Relatives of Comrade Lu Ping from the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council:

Hearing the sad news of Comrade Lu Ping's unfortunate death, all colleagues in the Liaison Office of the Central Government in Hong Kong are deeply saddened!

Comrade Lu Ping has been engaged in Hong Kong and Macao affairs for a long time and served as the director of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council. He participated in the formulation of the principle and policy of "one country, two systems", the Sino-British negotiations on the future of Hong Kong, the drafting of the Basic Law of Hong Kong and the preparatory work for the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and played an important role in organizing and leading. He is one of the early pioneers of "one country, two systems" and enjoys a high reputation in Hong Kong society. He resolutely implemented the central government's principles and policies towards Hong Kong, firmly defended national sovereignty and interests, and persisted in handling problems from the actual situation in Hong Kong, making historic contributions to the smooth return and transition of Hong Kong. His noble patriotism, superb policy level, selfless professional attitude, pragmatic work style and true love for Hong Kong are worth learning and inheriting.

Express deep condolences over the death of Comrade Lu Ping and express deep condolences to his relatives.

Director Zhang Xiaoming of the Liaison Office sent a message of condolence:

I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Comrade Lu Ping's death.

Comrade Lu Ping is an expert, authority and important leader in Hong Kong and Macao. He made a historic contribution at the historic moment of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. He has made unremitting efforts to formulate and implement the principle of "one country, two systems", realize the smooth return and transition of Hong Kong and maintain its long-term prosperity and stability. He dedicated his true love to Hong Kong and won the respect and praise of people from all walks of life in Hong Kong.

Comrade Lu Ping is an old leader and veteran I admire, and also a guide for my work in Hong Kong and Macao. His words and deeds have benefited me a lot, and his patriotism, sense of responsibility, rich knowledge and pragmatic style will continue to inspire us.

Lu set an example for future generations.

Fan Xulitai, member of the National People's Congress Standing Committee (NPCSC): Lu Ping has made great contributions to the smooth return of Hong Kong to the motherland, smooth transition, prosperity and stability. He is approachable, human, "sincere" to people and has the temperament of a scholar.

Tan, member of the Basic Law Committee: When discussing the Sino-British Joint Declaration and the return of Hong Kong, Lu Ping met many Hong Kong people in the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office. While insisting that the central authorities should have power, he is also willing to know about the situation in Hong Kong.

Tan Yaozong, former member of the Basic Law Drafting Committee and member of the DAB: Lu Ping has a deep understanding of the feelings of Hong Kong people. During the transition period from the drafting of the Basic Law to the return of Hong Kong, whenever Hong Kong encounters a headache such as political system, he tries his best to help solve it.

Ambrose lee, former Secretary for Security: Lu Ping spent most of his working time in Hong Kong. After Sino-British negotiations and the drafting of the Basic Law, he devoted himself to the return of Hong Kong.

Member of the Legislative Council of the Democratic Alliance for Betterment of Hong Kong (DAB) Ye: Lu Ping is the Chinese representative in the negotiations on the return of Hong Kong. He has a high analytical ability, understands the situation in Hong Kong, and has made great contributions to the smooth return of Hong Kong.

MR JAMES TIEN, Liberal Party: Lu Ping has made great contributions to the return of Hong Kong. For example, before Hong Kong's return to China, when many large enterprises reported divestment, Lu Ping appeased many real estate developers to continue to operate in Hong Kong.

Patten, the last governor of Hong Kong: Lu Ping is a clever public servant, but he regrets that he failed to establish a better and closer relationship with Lu Ping. He expressed his condolences to his relatives and friends.

Former Basic Law Drafting Committee Martin Lee: Lu Ping is a professional, conscientious and rewarding official who can respect different opinions.

Frederick FUNG and ADPL: In the 1980s, when Lu Ping discussed the implementation of "one country, two systems" in Hong Kong, he extensively listened to the opinions of Hong Kong people.