The Hong Kong Garrison of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (the "Hong Kong Garrison") held a reception at Stonecutters Island Military Camp on the evening of the 30th to celebrate the 98th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. About 400 people attended the reception, including the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Li Jiachao, the Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Zhou Ji, the Director of the Office for the Safeguarding of National Security of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Dong Jingwei, the Commissioner of the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Cui Jianchun, the Commander of the Hong Kong Garrison, Peng Jingtang, and the Political Commissar Lai Ruxin, as well as representatives from various sectors of Hong Kong society, veteran soldiers and relatives of the Hong Kong and Kowloon Independent Brigade of the Dongjiang Column, and representatives. At about 17:00, the reception officially began, and all stood up to sing the PLA military song. In his speech, Peng Jingtang said that over the past 98 years, under the strong leadership of the CPC, the people's army has gone through the flames of war, cut through the thorns, made great sacrifices, and won one brilliant victory after another, building great historical contributions for the party and the people. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti Fascist War. More than 80 years ago, the Dongjiang Column Hong Kong Kowloon Independence Brigade led by the CPC fought hard with the Japanese invaders for three years and eight months, making important contributions to defending Hong Kong, combating Japanese invaders and winning the victory of the World Anti Fascist War. Peng Jingtang stated that as an important component of the People's Army, the Hong Kong Garrison adheres to the glorious tradition, deepens political training, gathers strength to train and prepare for war, and hones a strong work style, faithfully fulfilling its sacred responsibility of maintaining the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong. It has played an important role as the "stabilizing the sea needle" and won high praise from the vast number of Hong Kong compatriots. Subsequently, the officers and soldiers of the Hong Kong Garrison presented carefully crafted cultural performances to the guests. The songs "Strong Army with Me" and "Military Flag Following the Party Flag" express the loyalty and responsibility of the stationed officers and soldiers to resolutely obey the Party's command and strive for a strong army; The battles of 'Sharpening the Troops in Hong Kong' and 'Standing guard for Hong Kong' reflect the solid training and preparation of the stationed troops, as well as their unwavering ability to faithfully fulfill defense duties; The song 'Battle Hymn for a Strong Army' pushes the performance atmosphere to a climax with an exciting and uplifting melody, showcasing the confidence and determination of the vast number of officers and soldiers to work together and strive for excellence. The reception came to a successful conclusion amidst the enthusiastic atmosphere of the entire audience singing 'Sing to the Motherland'. (New Society)