The main slogans of the HKFTU are patriotism, solidarity, rights, welfare and participation. The group focuses on the rights and welfare of workers, supporting the workers in their negotiation with employers and to resolve labour disputes. The HKFTU also operates 5 retail outlets to provide discounts to its members in a variety of goods, and provide training, medical and other services to members at discounted rates.
The group has struggled for amendment of legislations to protect labour rights and prevent employees from exploiting loopholes in labour laws. It opposes importation of foreign labours and calls for legislation against age discrimination. Politically it adopted a pro-Government stance on many issues but has a pro-grassroot stance on livelihood and labour issues, such as demanding more measures to reduce unemployment.
From 2000 to 2004, 5 members of the HKFTU are legislators: