During the sometimes turbulent transitional period, they have worked tirelessly to smoothen the path leading up to the handover, lay the ground for a better Hong Kong, and ensure a smooth and successful transition. This is a remarkable achievement.

• 在过去十几年变化多端的过渡时期，为了香港的顺利回归，为了给香港的未来发展创造更好条件，国家为我们作了大量艰巨的工作，使香港成功地实现平稳过渡，这是一个举世瞩目的成就。