In October 1992, when Deng Xiaoping attended the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, he asked Liu Huaqing, vice chairman of the Military Commission, to re-formulate the Hong Kong garrison plan in two sentences. A two-pronged plan for Hong Kong's return to was determined, peaceful takeover and forceful takeover. It was precisely because of Deng Xiaoping's comprehensive preparations that Hong Kong could successfully return to the embrace of the motherland on July 1, 1997. What kind of unknown hardships and difficulties are behind this smooth return? What means has the UK used to prevent us from regaining Hong Kong?
After the successful establishment of New China, the motherland became increasingly powerful, and the recovery of Hong Kong became China's most important problem at this time. According to historical records, since 1982, China and Britain have held many talks on the Hong Kong issue. In order to continue to invade and occupy Hong Kong, the British side has used all kinds of tricks and unscrupulous means.
For example, the British representative hypocritically proposed not to allow my country to station troops in Hong Kong to prevent people from panic. However, when faced with such a ridiculous proposal, Deng Xiaoping responded forcefully: Hong Kong is Chinese territory. Without the right to garrison troops, what is it called Chinese territory? There is also the argument that the British side considers the life and happiness of the people of Hong Kong, and attempts to only return the sovereignty of Hong Kong to China, while the governance power is still in the hands of the British. But such crude methods will definitely not be able to hide from the eyes of our government. Deng Xiaoping directly responded to former British Prime Minister Heath: This road is impossible, and Hong Kong must return in 1997!
It took China and Britain two years and 22 rounds of negotiations before they finally reached an agreement and drafted specific documents for the recovery of Hong Kong. But the British later wanted to stall for time and never mentioned signing the document. Under this situation, Deng Xiaoping completely lost his patience and gave the British a final warning, saying that this plan was China's final plan. If you don't Accept, we will withdraw this plan, and you are responsible for the consequences of withdrawing the plan. So on December 19, 1984, the two sides finally signed the "Joint Statement on the Question of Hong Kong", bringing a successful conclusion to the two-year negotiation.
Even if the time for Hong Kong's return was determined, Deng Xiaoping knew in his heart that the British had not given up their fantasy of occupying Hong Kong, so he would treat this matter with the strongest attitude and said seriously: "If there are any obstacles, When the handover happened, the troops marched in and beat them to death with a hammer." These chilling words showed China's determination and confidence in Hong Kong's return. Deng Xiaoping spoke on behalf of tens of millions of Chinese people at that time. Today, China is not afraid of anything. People will not let others be bullied. If you want to fight, fight!
On July 1, 1997, the five-star red flag slowly rose at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center . At this historical moment, the whole Chinese people were immersed in cheering joy and resounding applause. The British representatives Prince Charles and At that time, the last Hong Kong Governor Pattin Tse-hong passed away sadly. But even behind this seemingly smooth handover ceremony, there are actually countless crises hidden, and the British side also made many stumbling blocks.
On the eve of Hong Kong's return, all parties in our country maintained the highest vigilance at all times. Sure enough, at 8 pm on June 25, the joint fleet flying the British flag suddenly appeared near our waters. The two frigates moved forward tentatively. The nearest Yibin ship quickly rushed over after learning the news. The soldiers on the ship were ready to die for their country as they advanced towards them. Once the British dared to Sailing into our country's waters, the Yibin ship will attack without hesitation!
But the British fleet is also cunning. They just drove in circles on the sea to provoke our fleet. At this time, our government also realized that this was the British government's last attempt to test whether our country really dared to initiate a war. . There is no doubt that at that time, our country would never allow any provocation to sovereignty. So the soldiers on the Yibin ship received the order to attack, aimed at the direction of the British fleet, and moved forward at full speed. They were bound to crash into the opponent and compete with the opponent. Sinking into the sea together.
Seeing the morale of the Yibin ship as if it was death, the British fleet panicked. They hurriedly withdrew from my country's offshore waters and sailed into the distance. But even so, we still remain vigilant at all times, and even dispatched three additional warships to patrol the waters. After three days of confrontation, the British finally gave up their last illusions.
At the same time, a war without gunpowder was going on in the Hong Kong venue. In order to prevent the smooth handover of Hong Kong, the British tried to stumbling upon our country and refused to lower the British flag at 23:59:58. But what they didn't expect was , our diplomats all have a firm attitude, because this return of Hong Kong will be recorded in history for our country, and there is no room for change. In the end, the British side could only be forced to compromise, so that our national flag can be It rises exactly at 0:00:00.
Although these are just two small episodes, our country will not allow any accidents to occur and must nip in the bud all factors that may hinder Hong Kong's peaceful return. There is no effortless success in the world. Behind all success are the patriotic warriors who are unknown, march forward with heavy burdens, and are fearless! Although the road to Hong Kong's return is full of difficulties, we have always solved them one by one. China's territory cannot be occupied by others.
