Action plan: Chief Executive Donald Tsang meets the media on his first working day to describe his vision for the next two years.

Chief Executive Donald Tsang says the next two years represent a partnership project between himself and all the people of Hong Kong. 

Speaking to media at his first working day after being appointed Chief Executive, Mr Tsang said this morning he had met with the principal officials and non-official members of the Executive Council and had formally invited all of them to stay.

In addition, he has already submitted his nomination for the post of Chief Secretary for Administration to the Central People's Government earlier today and is now waiting for its approval.

Candidate's name to be revealed after approval

He declined to reveal the candidate's name, saying it was not appropriate to do so before the recommendation is approved.

He said he had considered a number of possible candidates and finally made his choice.

Mr Tsang said his action plan for the next two years will focus on better governance, greater social harmony, and stronger economic performance. 

He will start working on restructuring the Executive Council, identifying suitable candidates to join the top body and will put in motion his plan to tap into the talent pools from different sectors to capture the insight and wisdom of the community as a whole for the betterment of Hong Kong.

He will look to a much wider range of business, political, and community leaders for appointments to the restructured Commission on Strategic Development and government advisory bodies. 

CE to attend LegCo Q & A session next Monday

He will attend his first Legislative Council question time session on Monday and will meet with legislators as soon as possible to listen to their views and suggestions about his future policy blueprint.

All the suggestions that were presented to him will be incorporated in his first Policy Address to be delivered in October. 

Mr Tsang said the next two years will not be short of challenges.

Within the community, he will act quickly and with firm resolve to restore Hong Kong people's spirit and confidence, and to rebuild the trust between the Government and the people of Hong Kong.

"These are no easy tasks, but we will not shrink from them. My strength, inspiration, and faith in our ability to rise to challenges come from the 'can do' spirit of the people of Hong Kong," he said.

"Divided, there is little we can do. But united, there is little we cannot do.

"I sought the post of Chief Executive of the SAR for one single purpose, a purpose that has motivated millions of our people over many generations. I sought the post to build a better future for our home."