The PLA 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 PLA. The entire event was simple and plain, with a strong military and combat flavor, further consolidating the strong positive energy of loving the motherland, loving Hong Kong, and loving the stationed troops. 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 Government in Hong Kong, Zhou Ji, the Director of the National Security Office in Hong Kong, Dong Jingwei, the Special Envoy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong, 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 of some meritorious officers and soldiers of the garrison. 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 a carefully crafted cultural performance 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 to strengthen the 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)