HONG KONG - The Hong Kong Garrison of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) held national flag-raising ceremonies at its barracks Friday morning.
The flags were raised at around 7 am simultaneously at the barracks of the garrison, which completed its 22nd rotation Thursday.
"The national flag is a national symbol. Safeguarding the national flag is safeguarding the country and the people," said Chen Yiyue, political instructor of a company of the garrison. "We will resolutely fulfill the sacred duties entrusted by the Party and the people."