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On the appointment of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), the Chief Executive's Office today (April 12) issued the following statement:
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, congratulates Mr Song Zhe on his appointment as the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Hong Kong SAR. The Commissioner's Office has been supporting the SAR Government in strengthening its external relations and exploring areas of business co-operation and development. The Chief Executive hopes that under the leadership of Mr Song, the Commissioner's Office will continue to render support and assistance to the SAR Government so as to contribute to the development of our nation.
During his tenure as the Commissioner from 2006 to 2012, Mr Lu Xinhua provided staunch support and assistance to the SAR in handling external affairs and ensuring the safety of Hong Kong people overseas. On behalf of the SAR Government and the people of Hong Kong, the Chief Executive would like to extend to Mr Lu his heartfelt gratitude.
Ends/Thursday, April 12, 2012
Issued at HKT 18:37
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