Chief Executive John Lee revealed today that CPC Central Committee Hong Kong & Macao Work Office Director and State Council Hong Kong & Macao Affairs Office Director Xia Baolong will visit Hong Kong from tomorrow until Sunday.

Mr Lee told reporters ahead of the Executive Council meeting this morning that Mr Xia will attend the "5th Anniversary of Promulgation & Implementation of Hong Kong National Security Law Forum", which is being organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government.

Mr Xia will also take the opportunity to observe economic and social developments in Hong Kong.

The Chief Executive thanked Mr Xia for his continued concern and support for Hong Kong and extended his warmest welcome to Mr Xia ahead of his visit.

Mr Lee added that the Hong Kong SAR Government endeavour to ensure a smooth visit.