Reinforcing Co-operation with the Legislature

68. A legislature that monitors and co-operates sincerely with the Government is the cornerstone of effective governance. This is also something our community would be happy to see.

69. The Government will, on the basis of equality and mutual respect, strengthen its dialogue and co-operation with the Legislative Council. We will have more contacts with independent legislators and their colleagues from different political parties, so they will better understand and be able to exercise a more positive influence on the position, policy intent and objectives of the Government.

70. We will, in a spirit of mutual respect and understanding, seek support from a majority of legislators for our policies, bills and proposals for public expenditure. We will respect the opinions and feelings of legislators in the minority who raise objections.