Category: MIL-OSI

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     The Under Secretary for Health, Dr Cecilia Fan, chaired the 10th meeting of the Committee on Promotion of Breastfeeding today (October 17) to review and discuss with members of the Committee the local breastfeeding situation, work progress made by the dedicated working group under the Committee in enhancing baby-friendly measures in maternity hospitals, and matters related to the Hong Kong Breast Milk Bank (HKBMB) established early this year, with a view to formulating strategic directions for promoting breastfeeding. 

     At the meeting, representatives of the Department of Health (DH) reported to the Committee the local breastfeeding situation. Breastfeeding rates in Hong Kong have shown significant improvement over the past 25 years. Among others, the breastfeeding rate on hospital discharge reached 81 per cent in 2024, marking a substantial increase when compared to the 55 per cent in 2000. The rate of exclusive breastfeeding until 4 months of age also rose from 8 per cent in 2000 to 18 per cent in 2024. The above figures indicate the wide community support for breastfeeding, as well as the effectiveness of the Government’s measures in promoting breastfeeding over the years. Nevertheless, the DH has noted a downward trend in local breastfeeding rates in recent years. Key contributing factors include insufficient self-efficacy and motivation among women to breastfeed, as well as discontinuation of breastfeeding due to work commitments. This reflects that support from partners, family, peers, workplaces, and communities, as well as fostering a breastfeeding-friendly environment and culture, are critical to promoting breastfeeding.

     The first few hours and days after birth are critical for establishing lactation and success of breastfeeding, and the immediate skin-to-skin contact between mother and baby in the delivery suite is particularly important. According to scientific evidence, this helps breastmilk secretion and increases the chances of successful breastfeeding. To strengthen and consolidate the breastfeeding-friendly measures in maternity hospitals (including both public and private hospitals), the Government has specially set up a dedicated working group under the Committee, members of which include representatives from the accreditation body, namely the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative Hong Kong Association, and local maternity hospitals. The Chairman of the working group reported on the work progress at the meeting, including the enhancement of the monitoring system for existing maternity hospitals in the middle of this year to more accurately capture breastfeeding data prior to infant discharge, as well as a detailed assessment and analysis of the implementation of breastfeeding-friendly measures in local maternity hospitals to be completed within this year. Based on this information, strategic recommendations will be provided as appropriate to enhance the implementation of baby-friendly measures.  

     In addition, the HKBMB located at the Hong Kong Children’s Hospital has officially commenced operations since this January to provide breastmilk for infants and young children who cannot be breastfed by their biological mothers, thereby minimising the chance of serious illness in premature or severely ill babies. Since this March, the HKBMB has supplied processed donated breastmilk to nine public hospitals in Hong Kong equipped with neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). As of October 6 this year, the HKBMB had registered 368 breastmilk donors and collected over 2 013 litres of breastmilk to be supplied to extremely premature and critically ill newborns, providing the best possible nutrition. Meanwhile, public hospital NICUs have distributed processed donated breastmilk to 309 infants with clinical needs. 

     Moreover, the Committee has proposed two main strategic directions on the promotion, protection and support for breastfeeding based on local circumstances, namely (1) strengthening and consolidating professional support from healthcare institutions, and (2) enhancing support for breastfeeding mothers from various sectors. 

     Regarding professional support from healthcare institutions, at present, all eight public hospitals with obstetrics departments are accredited Baby-Friendly Hospitals (BFHs). Two private hospitals offering delivery services have activated the accreditation procedures, with one already accredited. Of the 29 Maternal and Child Health Centres (MCHCs) currently providing services under the DH, 15 of them have been accredited as Baby-Friendly MCHCs, with others expected to be accredited gradually starting from next year. The Government will continue to promote breastfeeding-friendly measures in local maternity hospitals and encourages more private hospitals to participate in the BFHs accreditation through the aforementioned dedicated working group.  

     As regards to strengthening support for breastfeeding mothers from various sectors, the Government has long been committed to creating a breastfeeding-friendly environment. Apart from the amendments made to the Sex Discrimination Ordinance to prohibit discrimination against and harassment towards breastfeeding women, and the extension of statutory maternity leave from 10 to 14 weeks, the Government also mandated the provision of baby-care and breastfeeding facilities in newly built government premises for public and staff members’ use since early 2019. Moreover, since 2017, the Government has included detailed requirements, including the area and number of baby-care rooms and/or lactation rooms that shall be provided in the commercial development projects, in the Conditions of Sale of new commercial land sale sites (excluding land designated for hotel use only). The Government also encourages more enterprises to implement a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace policy to enable working mothers to continue breastfeeding after returning to work. The DH issued relevant guidelines for employers and employees with specific advice on supporting breastfeeding.

     Dr Fan said, “Breast milk is the most ideal food for infants. It is safe, clean, and contains antibodies which can help prevent many common childhood illnesses. Protecting breastfeeding is a collective responsibility of the entire society. A mother being able to continue breastfeeding relies on collaboration and support from all sectors of the community. I call upon all sectors of the community to attach great importance to breastfeeding and work together to provide support on all fronts to foster a friendly environment and atmosphere. The Government will continue to promote and support breastfeeding with dedicated efforts, and collaborate with all sectors of the community to increase the sustainability of breastfeeding and enhance the overall maternal and child health.”

     Established in April 2014, the Committee comprises members from relevant healthcare professions and academia as well as representatives of organisations promoting breastfeeding. The Committee is responsible for providing recommendations on the strategies and action plans for further strengthening the promotion, protection and support for breastfeeding as well as overseeing the relevant progress, with a view to enhancing the sustainability of breastfeeding and advocating breastfeeding as the mainstream baby-care mode to be widely accepted by the general public.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     Following is the speech by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, at the special visit arranged by the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (OCMFA) to the “United in Arms, Standing for Peace: 80th Anniversary of Chinese Victory in the War of Resistance Exhibition” today (October 17):

Deputy Commissioner Li (Deputy Commissioner of the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Li Yongsheng), Consuls-General, Chamber representatives, ladies and gentlemen, 

     Good afternoon. A very warm welcome to the Hong Kong Museum of History.

     Thank you for joining this special tour of the “United in Arms, Standing for Peace” exhibition. 

     Today, you are not just attending an exhibition. You are looking at a pivotal chapter in the history of China and the world.

     The war began in 1931. For 14 long years, the Chinese nation fought with great courage and a strong will to protect the homeland. The cost was immense. Millions of lives were lost.

     The exhibition shows this history through more than 180 exhibits. Eighty-two of them are from the National Museum of China. About 60 items are being shown for the first time. Eight of these are top-level national treasures. 

     Each item tells a story of struggle and sacrifice. They also show Hong Kong’s role in supporting the national effort.

     The exhibition is about education and remembrance. We must never forget the sacrifices made. We remember the past not to keep hatred alive, but to cherish the peace we have today. We remember to learn from history and to build a better, brighter future for all.

     The exhibition, which runs until mid-December, is a team effort. It is jointly organised by our Leisure and Cultural Services Department, the Hong Kong Museum of History, and the National Museum of China. We also thank the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust and the Bank of China (Hong Kong) for their generous support. 

     The exhibition is just one part of our effort. We are also organising a variety of related events and activities, including visits to war sites, seminars, thematic lectures, film screenings, book fairs and photo exhibitions across Hong Kong. The goal is to help the public understand the spirit of unity and resilience of the Chinese people in the fight for peace. 

     As announced in the Chief Executive’s 2025 Policy Address, we are repairing war sites in every district with a view to integrating them into tourism routes and educational activities. 

     We will also collaborate with Shenzhen to promote a new red educational route, under the theme of “Chinese Cultural Celebrity Rescue” history, to enhance understanding among people of Hong Kong and tourists of the history of the War of Resistance in Hong Kong.

     Ladies and gentlemen, this exhibition shows the great horrors of war. But it is presented in the name of peace.  

     Thank you.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

Following is the speech by the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Christopher Hui, at the press conference on Hong Kong FinTech Week 2025 today (October 17):
 
Ladies and gentlemen,
 
Good afternoon, and thank you for joining us today. It is with immense pleasure that I unveil the details of this year’s highly anticipated Hong Kong FinTech Week 2025.
 
     This year marks a historic milestone – the 10th anniversary of the event. I have been privileged to witness the tremendous growth and evolution of this event in the past years. This remarkable year is graced with new records. We are welcoming over 37 000 executives, more than 800 renowned speakers, and 700 exhibitors from over 100 economies to celebrate with us.
 
     This powerhouse event, together with the StartmeupHK Festival, will demonstrate how Hong Kong is leveraging technological convergence to elevate the economic impact of fintech and innovation on a global scale.
 
     Hong Kong’s credentials as a fintech leader are not just claims – they are hard, global facts. Consistently ranked among the world’s top three international financial centres and as a leader in Asia, Hong Kong has taken bold strides to solidify its position as a leader in fintech as well.
 
     Today, Hong Kong’s fintech hub is ranked number one globally under the latest Global Financial Centers Index. Our city is home to more than 1 100 fintech firms, and the fintech sector is projected to reach US$606 billion in total revenue by 2032, with an impressive annual growth rate of 28.5 per cent.
 
     In the first half of this year, Hong Kong was also ranked first globally in terms of the amount of funds raised through IPOs (initial public offerings), with many advanced technology companies listing on our exchange.
 
     FinTech Week this year carries the theme “Curating the New Fintech Era”. It is indeed our promise: Hong Kong will not just adapt to the future of fintech. We will lead, we will build and continue to stay at the forefront of it.
 
     None of this success happens by accident. It comes from sustained policy vision, unwavering public-private collaboration, and a commitment to balancing innovation with security. Let me highlight the milestones we have achieved over the past year.
 
     On digital assets, our Policy Statement 2.0 on the Development of Digital Assets in Hong Kong issued in June this year sets out our vision for a trusted and innovative ecosystem that prioritises risk management and investor protection. We also implemented the Stablecoins Ordinance in August to establish a licensing regime for stablecoin issuers, on top of our existing regulatory framework for virtual asset trading platforms that commenced in June two years ago.
 
     On AI (artificial intelligence), we issued a policy statement on responsible adoption of AI in the financial market last October, and have launched two cohorts of GenA.I. Sandbox to assist banks in exploring generative AI’s capabilities in enhancing risk management, anti-fraud measures and customer experience.
 
     On e-payment, we launched Payment Connect with the People’s Bank of China in June this year to implement the linkage of the Internet Banking Payment System on the Mainland and the Faster Payment System, with a view to supporting secure, efficient and also convenient real-time cross-boundary payments.
 
     We also continue to enhance the financial infrastructure, such as the Commercial Data Interchange, and the Central Bank Digital Currency, to explore integrating fintech with the real economy.
 
     Each of these initiatives reflects the collaboration among the Government, financial regulators and industry players. We turn ideas into action, and at the same time action into global leadership.
 
     Looking ahead, we are doubling down on this momentum with a clear, forward-focused strategy. As highlighted in the latest Policy Address, we will leverage the ongoing asset reallocation wave by global investors to consolidate our status as an international financial centre. We will drive fintech development and promote green and sustainable finance to capitalise on these new growth opportunities. This is not just about maintaining our lead; it is about shaping the next chapter of global finance, where capital flows more intelligently and technology addresses real-world economic challenges.
 
     This year Hong Kong FinTech Week will serve this purpose. It will bring together global finance and tech leaders, policymakers, and investors to collaborate, and curate the new fintech era.
 
     So I invite each of you, every one of you here today to join us. Let’s explore the boundless possibilities of fintech. Let us pave the way for a connected, efficient, and sustainable global economy. Thank you.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     The Government announced today (October 17) that the Financial Secretary, under the authority delegated by the Chief Executive pursuant to the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Cap. 571), has reappointed Mr Johnson Kong Chi-how and Mr Dieter Yih Lai-tak as Non-Executive Directors of the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) for a term of two years from November 15, 2025.
 
     A spokesman for the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau said, “Mr Kong and Mr Yih have made valuable contributions to the promotion of good corporate governance of the SFC. We look forward to their continued support for the work of the SFC.”
 
     The SFC is chaired by Dr Kelvin Wong Tin-yau. Other serving Non-Executive Directors are Mr Vincent Chan Chun-hung, Mr Chew Fook-aun, Mr Victor Dawes, SC, Mr Keith Pogson, Mr Tony Tang Xiaodong and Mr Michael Wong Yick-kam. 
 
 

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     Following is the speech by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, at the press conference on Hong Kong Fintech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025 today (October 17):
 
     Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for joining us today.
 
     The StartmeupHK is an initiative which aims at helping founders of innovative and scalable start-ups from outside Hong Kong to set up or expand here. Through this initiative, Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) offers information about our start-up ecosystem, connects people to the start-up community, and fosters a positive environment for start-ups to thrive.
 
     Start-ups are an important part of any economy. Behind every start-up, there must be an innovative business idea. These new ideas call for changes and refresh our economy. And Hong Kong is just the right place not only for start-ups to be created, but also for them to grow and scale. Apart from the favourable business environment in Hong Kong, the start-ups here are supported by a strong network of incubators and accelerators, a pool of experienced angels and venture capitalists, a host of government-backed programmes and a welcoming business community.
 
     Attracting and grooming start-ups are an important aspect of InvestHK’s work. And it has done a great job. The number of start-ups in Hong Kong has nearly tripled, from about 1 600 start-ups 10 years ago to around 4 700 last year. The impressive expansion is a result of the pro-startup measures taken by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government over the years.
 
     While it is common for start-ups to be set up by local people, it is worth noting that 28 per cent of the founders of our start-ups are from outside Hong Kong. This is obviously a testament to Hong Kong’s appeal as Asia Pacific’s top destination for start-up investment and a start-up talent magnet. Going forward, we will continue to focus on assisting high potential unicorns and scale-ups worldwide across various sectors to grow.
 
     This year, the StartmeupHK initiative has evolved by collaborating with Hong Kong FinTech Week, under the theme “Curating the New Fintech Era”. Building on the success in the past, the 2025 edition highlights the growing convergence of fintech with other frontier technologies – artificial intelligence (AI), greentech, healthtech, and Web3 – which are increasingly deployed as part of comprehensive tech start-up solutions. The Festival offers a unique opportunity to engage with the fintech ecosystem and reinforces Hong Kong’s position as a hub for scalable start-ups and cross-border innovation.
 
     To bring this theme to life, we will expand the main conference from eight to 11 fora, introducing new sessions like “Healthtech & Insurtech” and the “China‑Global Innovation Forum”. We will also cover wider cross-sector themes such as “Blockchain & Web3” and “Digital Finance”. These fora will address important global issues including asset tokenisation, responsible AI, and the growing convergence of healthtech and insurtech. Besides, there will be a new “TechX Forum” to explore how emerging technologies are moving from experimentation to large-scale deployment. These additions encourage earlier practical conversations between founders, regulators, and corporates, helping start-ups move faster from pilot projects to full production.
 
     InvestHK’s Global Fast Track 2025 programme has also grown to include seven verticals, adding “Innovation & Technology” to expand beyond fintech. This reflects the increasing overlap of technology across multiple industries. The year-long hybrid programme provides participants with one-on-one meetings, live pitching opportunities, mentorship, and tailored business matching with corporate clients, investors and service providers. I strongly recommend that the global start-up community joins this programme to assist your start-ups in scaling up by leveraging Hong Kong’s advantages.
 
     Looking ahead, with the StartmeupHK Festival at the heart of this partnership, we are not just celebrating success – together, we are shaping Hong Kong’s future of innovation.
 
     We look forward to welcoming the global start-up community to join us this November. Please come to Hong Kong to connect, to build and to scale. I am sure that you will always find unlimited business opportunities in our city, your ideal destination for business and investment.
 
     Thank you.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) today (October 17) released the third batch of gravidtrap indexes and density indexes for Aedes albopictus in October, covering 11 survey areas, as follows:
 

District	Survey Area	October 2025
		First Phase Gravidtrap Index	First Phase Density Index
Central and Western	Central and Admiralty	1.9%	1.0
Yau Tsim	Tsim Sha Tsui East	1.8%	1.0
Wong Tai Sin	Wong Tai Sin Central	0.0%	N/A
Wong Tai Sin	Diamond Hill	3.5%	1.0
Kwun Tong	Yau Tong and Cha Kwo Ling	0.0%	N/A
Kwun Tong	Kowloon Bay	1.9%	1.0
Tuen Mun	Tuen Mun West	2.0%	1.0
Tuen Mun	So Kwun Wat	3.4%	1.0
Kwai Tsing	Tsing Yi North	7.4%	1.5

 

District	Survey Area	October 2025
		Area Gravidtrap Index	Area Density Index
Central and Western	Sheung Wan and Sai Ying Pun	4.5%	1.4
Sha Tin	Sha Tin East	0.8%	1.0

Among the third batch of First Phase Gravidtrap Indexes covering nine survey areas and Area Gravidtrap Indexes covering two survey areas in October, all were below 10 per cent.

The FEHD has so far released three batches of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in October 2025, covering 23 survey areas. Among these 23 survey areas, 15 recorded a decrease or remained unchanged in the individual gravidtrap index as compared to the Area Gravidtrap Index last month, i.e. September 2025, representing that the areas’ mosquito infestation improved or maintained a low level. Eight other areas recorded a slight increase, but the indexes were lower than 10 per cent.

Public participation is crucial to the effective control of mosquito problems. The FEHD appeals to members of the public to continue to work together in strengthening personal mosquito control measures, including:

• tidy up their premises and check for any accumulation of water inside their premises;
• remove all unnecessary water collections and eliminate the sources;
• check household items (those placed in outdoor and open areas in particular), such as refuse containers, vases, air conditioner drip trays, and laundry racks to prevent stagnant water;
• change the water in flower vases and saucers of potted plants at least once every seven days;
• properly cover all containers that hold water to prevent mosquitoes from accessing the water; and
• properly dispose of articles that can contain water, such as empty lunch boxes and cans.

Starting in August this year, following the completion of the surveillance of individual survey areas, and once the latest gravidtrap index and the density index are available, the FEHD will disseminate the relevant information through press releases, its website, and social media. It aims to allow members of the public to quickly grasp the mosquito infestation situation and strengthen mosquito control efforts, thereby reducing the risk of chikungunya fever (CF) transmission.

Following the recommendations from the World Health Organization and taking into account the local situation in Hong Kong, the FEHD sets up gravidtraps in districts where mosquito-borne diseases have been recorded in the past, as well as in densely populated places such as housing estates, hospitals and schools to monitor the breeding and distribution of Aedes albopictus mosquitoes, which can transmit CF and dengue fever. At present, the FEHD has set up gravidtraps in 64 survey areas of the community. During the two weeks of surveillance, the FEHD will collect the gravidtraps once a week. After the first week of surveillance, the FEHD will immediately examine the glue boards inside the retrieved gravidtraps for the presence of adult Aedine mosquitoes to compile the Gravidtrap Index (First Phase) and Density Index (First Phase). At the end of the second week of surveillance, the FEHD will instantly check the glue boards for the presence of adult Aedine mosquitoes. Data from the two weeks of surveillance will be combined to obtain the Area Gravidtrap Index and the Area Density Index. The gravidtrap and density indexes for Aedes albopictus in different survey areas as well as information on mosquito prevention and control measures are available on the department’s webpage (www.fehd.gov.hk/english/pestcontrol/dengue_fever/Dengue_Fever_Gravidtrap_Index_Update.html#).
 

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The following is issued on behalf of the Office of The Ombudsman:

The Ombudsman, Mr Jack Chan, today (October 17) announced the launch of a full investigation into the procedures and mechanisms currently employed by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) in handling dog licence applications and renewals.

The Rabies Regulations require all dogs in Hong Kong reaching the age of 5 months or above to be licensed, vaccinated against rabies and microchipped. The AFCD’s Animal Management Centres provide anti-rabies dog inoculation and licensing and microchipping services.

The Office of The Ombudsman received a public complaint that the complainant recently brought his microchipped dogs to an AFCD Animal Management Centre to apply for their first dog licences. Upon arrival, he was informed that the AFCD had introduced a new requirement whereby dog owners must provide proof of the legal origin of their dogs, such as a receipt for purchasing the dog from a pet shop or the dog’s vaccination record, in order to apply for a dog licence. Eventually, the complainant had to return home with his dogs to obtain the required proof and revisited the centre to complete the procedure. The complainant alleged that the AFCD was unable to reasonably explain the rationale for the new requirement, and there was a lack of information about the new requirement on its website. 

Mr Chan said, “Keeping pet dogs is increasingly common in Hong Kong. The Chief Executive’s 2025 Policy Address also includes measures to promote a pet-friendly culture. Our society is gradually embracing pet inclusivity. It is crucial for the AFCD to establish reasonable procedures and requirements for dog licence applications and renewals and to provide clear information to the public so as to facilitate dog owners in licensing, vaccinating and microchipping their dogs, as well as renewing dog licences and re-vaccinating their dogs in a timely manner. These measures are essential for preventing the outbreak of rabies and effectively monitoring whether dog owners have fulfilled their responsibilities, thereby protecting the rights and welfare of dogs. In this light, I have decided to launch a full investigation into the AFCD’s mechanisms and procedures for handling dog licence applications and renewals to identify any areas for improvement. Pertinent recommendations will be made for enhancing the AFCD’s services, with a view to facilitating dog owners in taking proper care of their dogs.”

The Ombudsman welcomes views from members of the public on this topic. Written submissions should reach the Office of The Ombudsman by November 17, 2025: 

Address: 30/F, China Merchants Tower, Shun Tak Centre, 168–200 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong  
Fax: 2882 8149 
Email: cic-afcd@ombudsman.hk

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     Two women who went missing in Tsuen Wan have been located.

     Two Filipino women, Pabuaya Imee-mahilum and Tibay Aleli-perez, aged 24 and 33 respectively, went missing after they were last seen on Yeung Uk Road on October 4 afternoon. Police has respectively received the reports on October 8 and October 6.

    Two women were located at a shopping mall on Sui Wo Road, Sha Tin last night (October 16). They sustained no injuries and no suspicious circumstances were detected.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The Town Planning Board today (October 17) announced amendments to the approved Shek Kong Outline Zoning Plan (OZP).

The amendments mainly involve rezoning a site to the south of Kam Sheung Road and west of Lai Uk Tsuen from “Residential (Group D)” to “Residential (Group C)”.
 
The Notes and Explanatory Statement of the OZP are amended to take into account the above amendments. Opportunity is also taken to update the general information of various land use zones and the planning scheme area, where appropriate.

The draft Shek Kong OZP No. S/YL-SK/10, incorporating the amendments, is available for public inspection during office hours at (i) the Secretariat of the Town Planning Board, (ii) the Planning Enquiry Counters, (iii) the Fanling, Sheung Shui and Yuen Long East District Planning Office, (iv) the Yuen Long District Office and (v) the Pat Heung Rural Committee.
 
Any person may make written representations in respect of the amendments to the Secretary of the Town Planning Board on or before December 17. Any person who intends to make a representation is advised to read the Town Planning Board Guidelines No. 29C on “Submission and Processing of Representations and Further Representations” (TPB PG-No. 29C).

Submission of a representation should comply with the requirements set out in TPB PG-No. 29C. In particular, the representer should take note of the following:

* If the representer fails to provide his or her full name and the first four alphanumeric characters of his or her Hong Kong identity card or passport number as required under TPB PG-No. 29C, the representation submitted shall be treated as not having been made; and
* The Secretariat of the Town Planning Board reserves the right to require the representer to provide identity proof for verification.

The Guidelines and the submission form are available at the above locations (i) and (ii) as well as the Town Planning Board’s website (www.tpb.gov.hk).

Copies of the draft Shek Kong OZP are available for sale at the Map Publications Centre in North Point. The electronic version of the OZP can be viewed on the Town Planning Board’s website (www.tpb.gov.hk).

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The Information Services Department (ISD), in collaboration with Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK), has produced a mini-drama titled “Victory in War of Resistance” (Chinese only). This five-episode series aims to enhance public awareness of the War of Resistance on the Chinese Mainland and in Hong Kong, remember history, honour martyrs, and cherish and safeguard peace to cultivate patriotic feelings and foster a strong sense of national identity and belonging. The programme is available starting today (October 17) on the 80th Anniversary of Victory in War of Resistance dedicated webpage, as well as the official websites and social media platforms of the ISD and RTHK.
 
     The mini-drama consists of five episodes and tells the story of a group of young guerrillas defending their homeland during the fall of Hong Kong. The protagonist initially plans to flee the city with his family, but later joins guerrilla forces alongside his cousin to fight bravely against the enemy. During a mission to attack Kai Tak Airport, a site occupied by the Japanese army, his cousin sacrifices himself by staying behind to detonate explosives, destroying Japanese military equipment and fulfilling a noble cause.
 
The mini-drama features a cast of young actors, including Angus Yeung, Venus Lam and Tomi Ng. To enhance authenticity, the production team referenced a wealth of historical photographs during the filming of the mini-drama. They utilised computer-generated effects and AI technology to colourise black-and-white historical photos, integrating them into the drama. This immersive approach allows audience to vividly experience the hardships of the wartime era. The scene depicting the guerrilla raid on Kai Tak Airport was meticulously recreated with high historical accuracy.
 
To further deepen public understanding of the War of Resistance, each episode concludes with a “History Insight” segment. Presented in an engaging format, this segment introduces historical facts to help audiences build accurate historical knowledge and perspectives, and to deepen their appreciation and respect for this chapter of history.
 
All five episodes of the mini-drama will be available on the following platforms:

• 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression dedicated web page: www.80avictory.gov.hk/tc/mini-drama.html
• ISD website: www.isd.gov.hk
• RTHK website: www.rthk.hk/tv/dtt31/programme/videoonthewarofresistance
• RTHK TV mobile app

RTHK will also broadcast the series on RTHK TV 31 at 9.30pm starting today for five consecutive nights.