Hong Kong Movies: You Hongxingzi, what the hell is the charity king?

Chapter 853 "851" 98 First Episode! The handling of refugees on Hong Kong Island, Brother Zu is strategizing!

Central Plaza.

Around noon, Guan Zu, Gao Jin, Ahua, and Wu Ying went to a newly opened Western restaurant downstairs for lunch.

I heard the boss is from Shanghai, and most of the employees are also from Shanghai, so their taste seems quite high-end.

We ordered: Slow-cooked black tiger prawns in fermented rice wine broth, Shanghai-style smoked fish with plum sauce, and crab roe cream soup...

"The taste was just so-so..."

"So exquisite..."

"The portion is so small..."

Several people commented.

It's clear that the waiters are a bit arrogant, but they know Guan Zu and his group's identities, so they are very polite.

At this moment,
The restaurant door opened, and a group of people rushed in.

They were clearly Indians, and from the high caste of Brahmins and Kshatriyas. There were three men and three women, and they exuded a unique arrogance.

Despite the embarrassment the Indians caused by the Hong Kong media last time, many high-caste Indians still travel to Hong Kong. After all, in their view, those low-caste trash are not worth mentioning and cannot represent India.

They sat at the table two tables away from Guan Zu.

After they ordered, the waiter started serving the food about half an hour later.

A young waiter from Shanghai brought a glass of freshly squeezed pomegranate juice to a high-caste woman.

"Please enjoy."

Then the high-caste woman started to frown: "Your service is terrible."

The Shanghai guy replied elegantly, "How could that be?"

They are professionally trained; after all, this place is expensive, so the service must be up to professional standards.

The girls' high school began to instruct them: "When you bring me a drink, you can't look me directly in the eye. You have to be discreet and keep your head down when you bring it to me..."

Guan Zu is starting to get angry.

What the hell!

So arrogant!

Shanghai guy: ???

Book that!

Then, in a Shanghainese accent reminiscent of London, he said to the high-caste woman, "Get out!"

Guan Zu: "Pfft~~~"

Ahua, Fly, and the others: "Pfft~~~"

Gao Jin's cold face twitched a few times.

At this moment, the six high-caste Indians started to get angry and began to curse: "I want to file a complaint, I want to see your boss!"

Soon, the boss arrived; he was also from Shanghai.

Upon hearing the complaints from the Indians, their reaction was exactly the same as the employees': "Get out, you're not welcome here!"

We're the Shanghainese!

Who do you Indians think you are!
The Indians soon left, grumbling and cursing.

Guan Zu and the others changed the subject and started talking about other things.

Ahua asked curiously, "By the way, Brother Zu, I heard that the government is going to cancel the program of accepting Annamese refugees..."

Kwan Cho nodded: "Yes, this matter has been reviewed in the Legislative Council, and a press conference will be held this afternoon."

This actually started after the handover.

very complicated.

Guan Zu also contributed to this effort.

Five Star Group will also be involved in the next phase.

……

in the afternoon,

The new government held a press conference at the government building, inviting media from all over Hong Kong and internationally.

The press conference venue was brightly lit, filled with cameras and microphones, and packed to capacity.

The spokesperson, dressed in a suit and with a solemn expression, stood in front of the podium.

"Dear friends from the media, hello everyone..."

"After careful consideration, the government officially announces that, effective today, the 'first port of refuge' policy for illegal arrivals from Annan will be officially abolished."

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire audience was shocked and in an uproar.

Kakaka~~~
Countless flashes of light.

This "first port of entry" policy originated in 1979 when the British government, on behalf of Hong Kong Island, signed an agreement at the United Nations Refugee Conference in Geneva, designating Hong Kong Island as the "first port of entry" and promising to accept Annamese refugees unconditionally.

Since then, large numbers of Annamese refugees and boat people have flooded into Hong Kong Island.

While refugees represent a workforce, they also represent chaos and will bring enormous security pressure to Hong Kong Island.

"It has been 18 years since the Hong Kong government began accepting refugees, and the total expenditure in this area has reached HK$87 billion. However, regrettably, since the year before last, the UNHCR has begun to default on more than HK$11 billion in refugee debts owed to Hong Kong Island..."

The reporters below were filled with surging emotions.

This press conference is destined to be one that sparks international controversy.

……

……

at night,

ATV and TVB News reported this news directly.

"Dear audience friends..."

"Hong Kong government press conference...announced the cancellation of the 'first port of refuge' policy..."

"Starting today, after the policy is lifted, all Annamese who have not obtained permanent residency will be classified as illegal immigrants in Angolan countries..."

"The new government and the Annan government have established a permanent mechanism for verifying the identity and repatriating those illegally entering Annan's country..."

"The government stated that the cancellation of the 'first port of refuge' policy is intended to properly handle the situation through a reasonable mechanism..."

……

at this time,

Ruan Ligang returned home from the film and television base, cooked a bowl of noodles, and ate it.

(Image from "Goodbye Jianghu")
Nguyen Li, an Annamese soldier, couldn't stand the hardships there, so he came to Hong Kong Island and became a refugee.

Because he had fought in wars and worked with artillery before, he easily got a job as a demolition expert at TVB's film and television base.

Of course, his side job was as an assassin.

He killed journalist Ke Peilin's father.

His brothers were also assassins. One of them couldn't stand the hardship and pretended to kill a hostage, but was shot dead on the spot by the police.

For the Annamese refugees, Hong Kong Island does not believe in tears, and its prosperity is irrelevant to them.

The Five Star Group's kindness towards Hong Kong Island residents is limited to those with Hong Kong Island residency, while it remains extremely indifferent to the Annamese.

If we follow the attitudes of later Britain and France towards refugees, the Five Star Group should have vigorously supported Annamite refugees, disregarding the interests of local Hong Kong residents.

What's infuriating is that Five Star Group doesn't have it!
Damn it!
Ruan Li cooked the noodles.
I put it on the dining table, turned on the TVB TV, and started watching while eating the noodles.

He disliked watching ATV, loathed Five Star Group, and loathed everything about Five Star Group.

then……

"The Hong Kong government announced..."

"Cancel……"

"Repatriation..."

Bang~~~
The large bowl in Ruan Li's hand fell directly to the ground and shattered into pieces.

His eyes were fixed on the television, his fists clenched tightly, and he was seething with rage.

"How could this be! How could they do this!"

Ruan Li couldn't help but roar in anger.

He thought of the 200,000 Annamese compatriots who had fled to Hong Kong Island with him. They had left their homes with aspirations for a new life and struggled to survive on the unfamiliar island of Hong Kong.

Now, the Hong Kong government wants to cancel the detention policy. Isn't this pushing them to the brink of despair?

If they are deported back to the still poor and chaotic Annam, what can they do?
……

As the news was broadcast on television, the policy information quickly spread throughout all refugee communities in Hong Kong.

It exploded instantly.

"We fought our way here, and they just kick us out like that? Why should they do that?!"

"I disagree!"

"I don't want to go back!"

"Correct!"

Some people angrily kicked over everything around them, some roared at their companions, some kept pulling at their hair, and some paced back and forth, all with expressions of indignation...

……

Guan Zu could naturally imagine that the Annamite refugees would cause a huge uproar.

However, he is not a true saint; there is still a distinction between inner and outer aspects.

Hong Kong Island citizens, we're all one family, of the same blood, I can help everyone get rich together.

However, the Annamese refugees are not compatriots after all, and may even hate Dongda University.

Therefore, it is impossible to provide unconditional aid or assistance to them.

of course,

Guan Zu also gave it a certain opportunity—the "Knowledge Cup" has been running for 7 years, broadcasting every month without interruption.

Therefore, he plans to set up an exam!

As long as refugees answer the test paper on Chinese history issued by Five Star Education Group correctly and pass, they can obtain a Hong Kong Island residency permit.

Those who fail will be deported.

Passing means you identify with Chinese culture.

Failing means you have never identified with Chinese culture.

Simple and rude!
It can directly filter out loyal and disloyal individuals.

Guan Zu and the authorities discussed the entire incident and plan several times.

First, resettle some pro-China refugees to avoid escalating tensions.

Second, return the burden to Annam.

……

the next day,
Amidst the astonished gazes of all the media,

The Home Affairs Department and Five Star Group jointly held a press conference.

Government building,

The press conference room was brightly lit.

The audience was packed with reporters from dozens of media outlets across Hong Kong.

"Tap tap tap~~~~"

The Director of the Home Affairs Department walked solemnly to the podium.

"Dear friends from the media, we are holding this press conference today primarily to address the current situation regarding the Annan refugee crisis in Hong Kong..."

"As you all know, the government announced yesterday that it would cancel the policy of accepting Annan refugees..."

"There must be many Annamese refugees who disagree with this policy."

“We are also well aware that a considerable number of these 20 Annamese refugees have already integrated into life on Hong Kong Island and have developed an inseparable bond with the island.”

"Therefore, the Home Affairs Department and the Five Star Group have joined hands in the hope of giving these refugees an opportunity to continue living on Hong Kong Island."

"We have decided to open up residency eligibility to Annamese people who identify with Hong Kong Island and have a sense of belonging to Chinese culture, which means issuing them Hong Kong Island permanent residency permits."

As soon as this word comes out,
The reporters present were in an uproar.

Is there still a chance?

Yesterday, those Annamese refugees must have been extremely angry and resentful.

Now that this news has come out, it will likely soften the stance of some Annamese refugees.

What kind of scheme is this?
Give me a punch, then offer me a sweet treat?

Who came up with this plan?

"Now, please welcome Mr. Yang Tian, ​​President of Five Star Property Group, who is in charge of the selection process, to introduce the selection process to us..."

Tap tap tap~~~
Big Head walked onto the stage with a solemn expression:
"Dear friends from the media..."

"As the Director just mentioned, among these 20 Annamese refugees, over the past decade or so, they have developed an inseparable bond with Hong Kong Island..."

“I think that’s absolutely right. Our Hong Kong Island is an inclusive city, not a cold and heartless alien city.”

“Our selection method is an exam. Starting next week, over two days, Five Star Property will conduct a special exam for 200,000 Annamese refugees, and all the questions will come from the ‘Knowledge Cup’ question bank that Five Star Education Group has been running for seven years.”

"We believe that by testing this knowledge, we can screen out Annam refugees who truly identify with Hong Kong Island and Chinese culture."

"As long as the grades are satisfactory, you can obtain a Hong Kong Island Resident Identity Card."

All the reporters present were once again stunned!
I lost!
What genius came up with this idea?

To be honest, some people still feel reluctant to repatriate Annamese refugees.

They believe that these refugees are doing the hardest work on Hong Kong Island for the least amount of money, and that they are contributing their strength to Hong Kong Island.

This deportation was somewhat cold and heartless.

And now,
The "examination screening" implemented by the Five Star Group perfectly solved their "sympathy".

If you pass the exam, it means you frequently read the Knowledge Cup, and it means you have gradually come to accept Chinese culture.

If you fail the exam, that means you don't agree with it. If you don't agree with it, why should Hong Kong Island take you in?
The reporter then continued to ask questions.
Oriental Daily reporter: "Mr. Yang, I would like to ask if, after obtaining a formal Hong Kong Island resident identity card, one can enjoy the benefits of shares and dividends from companies such as Five Star Bank?"

Big Head nodded: "I consulted with the boss, Mr. Kwan Cho, on this matter. He personally approved it. As long as you get a formal ID card, you will naturally be a Hong Kong Island resident and can enjoy the benefits of shares and dividends."

The crowd erupted in noise once again.

The entire press conference lasted for more than an hour.

……

……

At noon that day,

ATV and TVB quickly reported on it.

The residents of Hong Kong Island overwhelmingly agreed.

"This exam is good; it filters out those Annamese with ulterior motives."

“If you identify with Chinese culture, then you are naturally one of us, and there is no problem for you to stay on Hong Kong Island.”

"This work looks like it was done by Mr. Guan."

"It's only because Mr. Guan is kind-hearted. If it were me, I would have kicked them all out!"

……

The news caused an uproar in all the Annamese refugee settlements in Hong Kong.

Someone was pleasantly surprised!

"What? There's still a chance to stay on Hong Kong Island?"

"Hahaha~~~ That's great!"

"Not only can I stay, but I can also receive dividends from the Five Star Group. That's fantastic!"

"Long live the Five Star Group!"

Many Annamese refugees cheered.

Some people are angry.

"Damn it, what is this?!"

A burly middle-aged man slammed the wooden stick he was holding onto the ground, his eyes bloodshot, and roared.
"They want to decide our fate based on just one exam? We've lived here for so many years, how can they treat us like this!"

“That’s not fair at all!”

"We have also contributed our labor to Hong Kong Island, so why should we be driven away in this way!"

"They just want to get rid of us; they're just making up an excuse!"

"No, we can't just sit here and wait to die, we have to find a way to fight back!"

They oppose it because they feel guilty.

Because they didn't even look at the "Knowledge Cup".

Why did they become refugees?
Isn't it because of war?
Therefore, there will always be some people who still harbor hatred.

……

At this time,
Nguyen Lik was gathering a group of former Vietnam War soldiers to discuss their escape route.

Then the news came.

Half of them started to get interested.

If I can get a permanent residence permit through the exam and also receive dividends, why would I work so hard?
However, Ruan Li and the others' expressions changed.

This news has directly caused the Annamese refugees to split apart!

……

Central Plaza

Top floor.

Guan Zu stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, looking down at the bustling traffic below.

"With this method, we can directly divide the Annamese refugees..."

"The trouble that follows will likely be much less..."

(End of this chapter)