Who is responsible for ensuring the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region retains its status in international organizations?

The Central People's Government (CPG) holds the primary responsibility for ensuring that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) retains its status in international organizations. This responsibility is grounded in the framework established by the Basic Law, which designates the CPG as the body that represents the HKSAR in foreign affairs and thus enables its participation in international agreements and organizations.

The Basic Law clearly delineates the division of responsibilities between the CPG and the HKSAR. While the local government manages domestic matters, including local legislation and administration, the overarching authority for foreign affairs, including representation in international platforms, rests with the Central People's Government. This arrangement underscores the principle of "one country, two systems," where the CPG exercises sovereignty over foreign relations, while the HKSAR maintains a high degree of autonomy in local matters.

In contrast, the local government, the National People's Congress, and the Legislative Council do not have the authority to independently represent the HKSAR in international organizations. The local government's focus is primarily on regional governance, while the National People's Congress oversees laws but does not engage directly with international representation. The Legislative Council operates within the local legislative framework and does not possess the mandate to handle international relations on behalf of Hong Kong.