作為領袖的八大條件，包括有誠信、愛國愛港、謙卑自省、抱持願景、勤勉用心、反應靈敏、重視溝通和有好的團隊。
Chief Executive Donald Tsang says Hong Kong has the finest civil service and the Government will continue to deliver what Hong Kong people need in future days, in particular sustaining prosperity and protecting its own value system.
Speaking to the media after attending a leadership conference today, Mr Tsang said the Government must continue to nurture young civil servants by devoting time to their training.
“You have heard many national leaders have praised their [civil servants’] achievement and their ability in the past. I am quite confident they are going to deliver what Hong Kong people needs in the future days, in particular sustaining prosperity and protecting our own value system,” he said.
When addressing the forum earlier, Mr Tsang said integrity and passion are two essential elements in a politician.
“The leadership of a politician is founded on the personal qualities he possesses and projects by his actions and words. Integrity comes first. You need the highest moral and ethical standards because without them you will never be able to build trust with the community that you lead and serve,” he said.
“Next comes passion – passion for the people of Hong Kong… In the broader context, passion for our country, or patriotism, is just as important for a leader of Hong Kong.”
He said leadership also requires vision – a vision that is relevant to the people, relevant to the time, and possible to achieve, and to ensure the vision – policies and planning for the longer term – are clearly explained and articulated to the people.
“To use an often quoted phrase: You can’t just talk the talk; you have to walk the walk. If you believe in your vision, you need to fight the good fight because, if you don’t, that will ultimately erode your credibility,” he said.
“You also need to be diligent in listening to people’s views. It’s not easy or pleasant to change your plans or approach because, of course, you already believe it has been well thought through! But in my experience, no plan is perfect and often you can improve it by taking on board some new ideas or perspectives; or by acknowledging that community priorities have changed or moved on.”
Mr Tsang said he has a dedicated group of Principal Officials supported by a political cadre as his immediate team, and has the support and input of one of the finest civil services in the world, which works hand-in-hand with the political team to undertake policy and administrative planning, and to see through the implementation of the Government's policies and decisions.
“All along the chain of command there are teams of people attending to the details of the daily business of government. And every team, in every division, of every department is important for the smooth and efficient running of Hong Kong,” he said.
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