Secretary for Justice Paul Lam today inspected a passing-out parade for 34 probationary inspectors and 165 recruit police constables at the Police College.
Addressing the ceremony, Mr Lam described the rule of law as the cornerstone of Hong Kong’s success and hailed the Police Force as the first line of defence in its preservation. He emphasised that policing extends beyond mere law enforcement; it is fundamentally about providing public assurance fostering a safer society through professional operations.
Mr Lam noted that policing has become increasingly complex, citing challenges such as safeguarding national security, combating technology crimes and managing large-scale events. He stressed that police officers must possess robust legal knowledge and the ability to make sound decisions in dynamic environments, adding that maintaining such high levels of professionalism is a demanding task.
Highlighting that a harmonious society relies on mutual trust between Police and the community, Mr Lam expressed his hope that graduates would discharge their duties with fairness and impartiality. He urged them to safeguard the rule of law while remaining attentive to the needs of the public.
In conclusion, Mr Lam called on the graduates to serve the community in the spirit of the Police motto, “Serving Hong Kong with Honour, Duty and Loyalty”. He encouraged them to remain steadfast in their contributions to national security and to ensuring the long-term prosperity and stability of Hong Kong.
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4
Today (April 24) is the fifth day of phased arrangements for residents of seven blocks of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po to return to their units. Five low-zone floors of Wang Cheong House and 10 middle-zone floors of Wang Yan House were opened. The access arrangements were carried out in an orderly manner and operated smoothly.
A total of 117 households (417 people) registered to return to their units today through the “one social worker per household” service, while 114 households (413 people) actually turned up.
The average time residents spent entering and leaving the building today was 2 hours and 28 minutes, with the shortest time being 20 minutes and the longest 3 hours and 52 minutes. About 60 per cent of the residents stayed in the building for less than three hours. About 24 per cent of the residents stayed in the building for less than two hours. About 4 per cent of the residents stayed in the building for less than one hour.
A total of 61 households (129 people) went up and down the building more than once. Among them, 33 households (78 people) made one additional trip, 17 households (32 people) made two additional trips, 7 households (13 people) made three additional trips, and 4 households (6 people) made four additional trips.
The integrated enquiry counter set up by relevant departments today received 5 cases requesting police assistance. The 5 cases requesting police assistance involved suspected loss of property, including watches, jewellery, cash and gold items. Officers were immediately deployed to assist in searches, and lost property was recovered in all the cases.
The Government spares no effort in supporting the residents returning to their units. Each day, the Government deploys over 1 000 personnel from various departments, including the Police, the Civil Aid Service, the Fire Services Department, the Auxiliary Medical Service, the Home Affairs Department, the Social Welfare Department (SWD), the Housing Department, and the Housing Bureau, as well as District Services and Community Care Teams members. The “Government-wide Mobilisation” mechanism has also been activated to bring together greater interdepartmental resources to support residents.
Under the “Government-wide Mobilisation” mechanism, the Civil Service Bureau has co-ordinated nine government departments to mobilise civil servants to form the Government Quick Response Unit to support these access arrangements. These civil servants come from the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD), the Architectural Services Department, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD), the Environmental Protection Department, the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department, the Lands Department, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD), the Post Office, and the Water Supplies Department. They will form dedicated teams with social workers and clinical psychologists from the SWD, stationed on different floors to provide support to residents returning to their units. The civil servants mobilised in the first three days were from the AFCD, while those mobilised from the fourth day to the sixth day (including today) are from the EMSD and LCSD.
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
CHP investigates imported measles case and starts providing free measles vaccinations to eligible airport staff Details of imported measles case —————————————-
The case involves a 31-year-old female with good past health. She has developed a fever and muscle aches since April 19, followed by a rash on April 22. She attended a private clinic on the same day and was referred to the Accident and Emergency Department of North Lantau Hospital. The CHP subsequently arranged for her admission to Princess Margaret Hospital for isolation and treatment. Her clinical specimen was tested positive for the measles virus upon nucleic acid testing. The patient remains hospitalised with mild symptoms and is in stable condition.
The CHP’s epidemiological investigation revealed that the patient travelled to Vietnam with family and friends during the incubation period (between April 9 and 12). Since there is currently a measles outbreak in Vietnam and the patient had no contact with anyone infected with measles in Hong Kong, the case is classified as imported.
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
HKMH to showcase prosperity and magnificence of Sui and Tang dynasties with invaluable cultural relics Addressing the opening ceremony today (April 24), the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, said the LCSD’s General History of China Series allows the public, especially the younger generation, to gain a coherent understanding of the long history of China and a more comprehensive grasp of the profound connotations of Chinese culture. The previous two exhibitions under the series have attracted a total of more than 420 000 attendance, including 15 000 teachers and students.
She added, Chang’an, the capital of the Tang dynasty, was a world-renowned international metropolis. Today, Hong Kong, as an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange, shares similar open and inclusive characteristics as Chang’an, promoting the deep integration of diverse ethnic cultures. Both cities play crucial bridging roles in cultural and artistic exchange, showcasing the unique charm of gateway cities. Visitors can appreciate the treasures of ancient Chinese civilisation and experience the profound heritage and unique charm of Chinese culture in the exhibition.
Other officiating guests at the opening ceremony included Deputy Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Mr Hua You; Deputy Director of the Shaanxi Provincial Cultural Heritage Administration Mr Wang Runlu; the Deputy Chairman of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, Mr Lester Huang; Deputy Director-General of the Department of Publicity, Cultural and Sports Affairs of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Mr Lin Nan; member of the Working Group on Patriotic Education under the Constitution and Basic Law Promotion Steering Committee Ms Melissa Pang; the Acting Director of Leisure and Cultural Services, Miss Eve Tam; and the Museum Director of the HKMH, Ms Joyce Ho.
The curatorial team used the “Li-Fang system” of Chang’an City in the Tang dynasty as the layout concept, and integrated Sui and Tang poems and mural elements to lead the audience to experience the splendour of the Sui and Tang dynasties. More than 120 sets of selected exhibits from 11 museums and cultural institutions are on display, nearly half of which are making their debut in Hong Kong. Among them are three pieces/sets of grade-one national treasures: a pure gold reliquary casket with a roof-curb-shaped lid made to hold the true body of the Buddha; a painted female figurine of a dancer in an elegant dance pose with a double-looped bun, reflecting the standards of female beauty in the early to high Tang period; a silver-gilt lotus-shaped incense tool, unearthed from Hejia Village Hoard, reflecting the extremely high level of gold and silver craftsmanship during the Tang dynasty. Other grade-one national treasures include a white pottery dancing horse, beautifully resembling white jade, demonstrating a unique form of entertainment introduced into China from the western regions; and “Kaiyuan Tongbao” silver coin with exquisite patterns, bestowed as an imperial gift. Through various precious cultural relics, the exhibition offers visitors a comprehensive view of the Sui and Tang dynasties.
Another highlight is the stone reliefs of the Six Steeds of Zhaoling (replicas), originally unearthed from the Zhaoling Mausoleum, Liquan County, Xianyang of Shaanxi Province, which commemorates the six warhorses ridden by Emperor Taizong of Tang (Li Shimin) during his campaigns, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of Tang dynasty sculpture. The exhibition uses multimedia projection on stone reliefs to vividly present the stories of the horses on the battlefield to visitors. The exhibition brings together a diverse array of highlight exhibits, encompassing religion, women, economy, and foreigners, thereby showcasing the grandeur of the Tang dynasty as an era of inclusiveness.
During the Tang dynasty, Hong Kong was under the jurisdiction of Dongguan County. The exhibition features over 40 sets of archaeological finds from the Six Dynasties to the Tang dynasty from Hong Kong. Finds from the Tang dynasty include a spirit jar with its lid unearthed from Shek Kong, Yuen Long; a glazed shard of Changsha ware unearthed from Sham Wan Tsuen, Chek Lap Kok; and a celadon cup unearthed from San Tau, Lantau Island.
Apart from displaying precious relics, the exhibition is also complemented by multimedia programmes including projections, animation and interactive games to lead visitors to revisit the Grand Canal of the Sui and Tang dynasties, learn about famous historic figures from the Sui and Tang dynasties, appreciate women’s makeup and understand the imperial examination system in the Tang dynasty.
The interactive zone, through engaging displays, animations, and interactive games, allows visitors to learn about the civil and military achievements and diverse culture of the Sui and Tang dynasties, as well as the development of Hong Kong. Visitors can participate in the virtual reality experience “Beyond the Mural: Echoes of the Tang Dynasty” to travel back to the vibrant and magnificent Chang’an, join an exciting polo match, and soar over the grand Chang’an City. Visitors can also join the immersive interactive stage of “A Flourishing Era of Music and Dance” and sway to the music performed by a band from the Tang dynasty.
To tie in with the exhibition, the HKMH will organise a series of fascinating education and extension programmes. Experts from Shaanxi will visit Hong Kong and hold six lectures with local scholars, analysing the exhibition content from multiple perspectives. There are also free workshops that allow participants to experience the grandeur of the Tang dynasty, including in-depth tea appreciation, calligraphy, pastry making, shadow play puppet making, and Tang Sancai pottery painting. Teaching kits will be distributed to primary and secondary schools in Hong Kong, while outreach programmes and book displays will be arranged at the Hong Kong Public Libraries.
The exhibition is jointly presented by the LCSD and the Shaanxi Provincial Cultural Heritage Administration, jointly organised by the HKMH and the Shaanxi Cultural Heritage Promotion Center, solely sponsored by the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, in collaboration with the Chinese Culture Promotion Office. For details of the exhibition and activities, please visit hk.history.museum/en/web/mh/exhibition/Sui-Tang-Exhibition.htmlIssued at HKT 21:04
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
FEHD releases fourth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in April
District Among the fourth batch of First Phase Gravidtrap Indexes covering 19 survey areas in April, all were below 10 per cent, except for Ngau Chi Wan and San Po Kong in Wong Tai Sin District, Tai Po East in Tai Po District, and So Kwun Wat in Tuen Mun District.
For Ngau Chi Wan and San Po Kong in Wong Tai Sin District, Tai Po East in Tai Po District, and So Kwun Wat in Tuen Mun District, which recorded indexes exceeding 10 per cent, in accordance with the mechanism implemented by the FEHD in response to the chikungunya fever (CF) situation (i.e. strengthening mosquito control work in areas with a gravidtrap index between 10 per cent and 20 per cent, instead of 20 per cent or above under the original mechanism), the FEHD is collaborating with relevant departments and stakeholders to identify locations with high mosquito infestations and carry out intensive and targeted mosquito control measures. In particular, the gravidtrap data for Ngau Chi Wan and San Po Kong showed that areas with more mosquito problems included parks and public housing estates; the gravidtrap data for Tai Po East showed that areas with more mosquito problems included parks, schools and hospitals; and the gravidtrap data for So Kwun Wat showed that areas with more mosquito problems included parks and private housing estates.
In response to the high-risk areas identified in the said survey areas, the FEHD has initiated four prosecutions against relevant construction site contractors and venue management contractors following the discovery of mosquito breeding at construction sites and parks. Furthermore, following the discovery of stagnant water containers within a private housing estate, a statutory notice has been issued to the relevant property management company, requiring the clearance of such items within specified timeframe. The FEHD and the relevant departments are following up on the mosquito control work, and will also organise exhibitions, distribute leaflets and posters, and notify residential estates that have subscribed to the gravidtrap Rapid Alert System, advising property management agents and residents to stay vigilant and work together in taking mosquito prevention and elimination measures. In addition, the FEHD will strengthen the monitoring of the gravidtrap index in the areas to review the effectiveness of the mosquito control work.
The FEHD has so far released four batches of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in April 2026, covering 52 survey areas. Among these 52 survey areas, three recorded a decrease or remained unchanged as compared to the Area Gravidtrap Index last month (i.e. March 2026), representing that the areas’ mosquito infestation improved or maintained a low level. Forty-one 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: Starting in August 2025, following the completion of the surveillance of individual survey areas, and once the latest gravidtrap index and the density index are available, the FEHD has been disseminating 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 CF transmission.
Following 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 62 survey areas of the community, with a surveillance period of two weeks. During the surveillance period, 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#Issued at HKT 21:18
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
LegCo Panel on Housing visits Hong Kong Housing Society’s Dedicated Rehousing Estate Casa Sierra Members first received a briefing from the HKHS Chairman, Professor Ling Kar-kan, on the design and features of Casa Sierra. Representatives of the HKHS also demonstrated the applications of gerontechnology solutions. One of the examples is the introduction of an AI robot and a robotic personal trainer which helps enhance interaction with the elderly and promote healthy lifestyles among them.
Members also toured the show flats at Casa Sierra. The estate offers diverse housing types, including 1 467 rental units, subsidised sale flats and Senior Citizen Residences Scheme units. Among these, the rental units and subsidised sale flats serve as a rehousing option for households affected by the Government’s development clearance exercises. Apart from gaining a better understanding of the features of the subsidised sale flats and the Senior Citizen Residences Scheme units, Members exchanged views with the Government and HKHS representatives on how to create safer homes for the elderly.
In addition, Members noted that the HKHS is gradually implementing Internet of Things (IoT) in property management, and they observed a demonstration of smart property management measures, such as the use of robotic patrol dogs and AI cleaning robots. Members encouraged the HKHS to adopt more innovative technologies to improve estate management efficiency and service quality, thereby enhancing the living environment for the residents.
A total of 13 members and non-members of the Panel on Housing participated in the visit. Issued at HKT 19:01
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4
A delegation of Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Departments of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government on a national affairs study led by the Secretary for the Civil Service, Mrs Ingrid Yeung, today (April 24) continued their itinerary in Chengdu and visited the Chengdu Wenjiang High-tech Industrial Park.
The Park serves as a hub for Sichuan Province in innovative pharmaceuticals, nuclear medicine, high-end medical devices, green food and the silver economy, as well as a national demonstration base for new industrialisation.
Mrs Yeung said that the National 15th Five-Year Plan has indicated clear support for Hong Kong’s development into an international innovation and technology (I&T) centre and acceleration of the development of the Northern Metropolis. I&T is a core element in driving the high-quality economic development and fostering new quality productive forces in Hong Kong. The visits to the supercomputing centre, the enterprise specialising in the research and development of low-altitude aircraft, and the successful experiences of new area construction over the past two days are all beneficial to colleagues in the preparation of Hong Kong’s first five-year plan and for their future work.
The delegation also visited the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and the Sanxingdui Museum today to understand local developments in culture, conservation and tourism. In addition, they visited the Dujiangyan Irrigation System to learn how this long-established and large-scale irrigation system benefits the public.
Mrs Yeung said that Sichuan Province has a profound historical and cultural heritage with rich tourism resources. Its experiences in the in-depth integration of culture and tourism, collaboration between cultural tourism and commerce, and tourism brand building serve as good references and have significance for cultural exploration and education.
Members of the delegation of Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Departments on a national affairs study will visit the Hong Kong and Sichuan Youth’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Community tomorrow (April 25).
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Appeal for information on missing woman in Ma On Shan
She is about 1.6 metres tall, about 43 kilograms in weight and of thin build. She has a long face with yellow complexion and long black straight hair. She was last seen wearing a white shirt, grey trousers, slippers and a pair of black-rimmed glasses.Issued at HKT 20:03
Today was the fifth day of phased arrangements for residents of seven blocks of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po to return to their units.
Five low-zone floors of Wang Cheong House and 10 middle-zone floors of Wang Yan House were opened. A total of 417 people from 117 households registered to return to their units today through the “one social worker per household” service, while 413 people from 114 households actually turned up. The Government said the access arrangements were carried out in an orderly manner.
The average time residents spent entering and leaving the building today was two hours and 28 minutes, with the shortest time being 20 minutes and the longest three hours and 52 minutes.
About 24% of the residents stayed in the building for less than two hours, while around 4% of the residents stayed for less than one hour.
A total of 129 people from 61 households went up and down the building more than once. Among them, 78 people from 33 households made one additional trip, 32 people from 17 households made two additional trips, 13 people from seven households made three additional trips, and six people from four households made four additional trips.
The integrated enquiry counter today received five cases requesting police assistance. These cases involved suspected loss of property, including watches, jewellery, cash and gold items. Officers were immediately deployed to assist in searches, and lost property was recovered in all the cases.
The Government outlined that it deploys over 1,000 personnel from various departments each day, including staff from Police, the Civil Aid Service, the Fire Services Department, the Auxiliary Medical Service, the Home Affairs Department, the Social Welfare Department, the Housing Department, and the Housing Bureau, to support the residents returning to their units.
At the same time, under the Government-wide Mobilisation mechanism, the Civil Service Bureau co-ordinated nine government departments to mobilise civil servants to form the Government Quick Response Unit to support these access arrangements. The civil servants mobilised today are from the Electrical & Mechanical Services Department and the Leisure & Cultural Services Department.
An artefact exhibition on the Sui and Tang dynasties jointly presented by the Leisure & Cultural Services Department (LCSD) and the Shaanxi Provincial Cultural Heritage Administration will be held at the Museum of History from tomorrow to August 24. Admission is free.
Being the third exhibition of the LCSD’s General History of China Series, this exhibition journeys through the Wei, Jin and Northern and Southern dynasties, the Sui dynasty, and mainly narrates the grandeur of the Tang dynasty, exploring its historical context and development origins.
Addressing the opening ceremony today, Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Rosanna Law said the LCSD’s General History of China Series allows the public, especially the younger generation, to gain a coherent understanding of the long history of China and a more comprehensive grasp of the profound connotations of Chinese culture.
She noted that the previous two exhibitions under the series have attracted a more than 420,000 total attendance, including 15,000 teachers and students.
Miss Law added that Chang’an, the capital of the Tang dynasty, was a world-renowned international metropolis. Meanwhile, Hong Kong is an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange today.
She said Hong Kong shares similar open and inclusive characteristics as Chang’an, promoting the deep integration of diverse ethnic cultures. Both cities also play crucial bridging roles in cultural and artistic exchange, showcasing the unique charm of gateway cities.
She urged visitors to appreciate the treasures of ancient Chinese civilisation and experience the profound heritage and unique charm of Chinese culture in the exhibition.
Other officiating guests at the opening ceremony included Deputy Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Hua You, Deputy Director of the Shaanxi Provincial Cultural Heritage Administration Wang Runlu, and Deputy Director-General of the Department of Publicity, Cultural & Sports Affairs of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Lin Nan.