"Democracy is the hallmark of a new era for Hong Kong. The Special Administrative Region Government will resolutely move forward to a more democratic form of government in accordance with the provisions in the Basic Law. We will provide opportunities for every stratum of society and legitimate political organisations, and people with different shades of opinion, to participate in the political process. The Special Administrative Region Government will adopt an open attitude and be accountable to the public." The Chief Executive, Mr Tung Chee Hwa, speaking at the ceremony to mark the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on July 1, 1997.

"The coming election is particularly meaningful as it is the first Legislative Council election after the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. You can vote to elect your Legislative Council representatives. The active participation of the public and the candidates in the election will mark an important step towards the realisation of 'Hong Kong people running Hong Kong'." The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mrs Anson Chan, speaking at the opening ceremony of the 'Election Carnival* held on April 4, 1998

"The work of the Legislative Council is closely related to the life of Hong Kong people. As a voter, you can vote in the coming election and elect your representatives to the Legislative Council. Don't give up your chance to vote. In fact, the voting procedures are very simple and easy. It will only take you a few minutes to cast your vote. Why not go ahead with it?" The Secretary for Constitutional Affairs, Mr Michael Suen, speaking at the opening ceremony of the 'Roving Exhibition for the 1998 Legislative Council Election* on March 12, 1998