Delegation of overseas government officials visits Hong Kong to learn about its strengths and developments
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29), deepening its understanding of the city’s advantages and development opportunities under the “one country, two systems” arrangement.
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A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation touring the Hong Kong Palace Museum at the West Kowloon Cultural District. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the Secretary-General of the International Organization for Mediation, Professor Teresa Cheng (centre), with the delegation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation visiting the Hong Kong Science Park with the Deputy Commissioner for Innovation and Technology, Mr Philip Har (first left). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation meeting with the Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Dr Bernard Chan (fourth right), to exchange views on strengthening communication and co-operation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation meeting with the Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan (second left), to explore financial co-operation opportunities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation meeting with the Under Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai (first right), to learn about the unique advantages of Hong Kong’s post-secondary education. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the Deputy Financial Secretary, Mr Michael Wong (front row, fifth left); the Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Dr Bernard Chan (front row, second right); the Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan (back row, fifth left); the Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Ms Lillian Cheong (back row, fourth right); the Under Secretary for Development, Mr David Lam (back row, second left); and the Government Economist, Ms Irina Fan (front row, second left), with the delegation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Justice, Mr Paul Lam, SC (front row, centre), with the delegation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the Acting Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing (fifth right), with the delegation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
The visit was arranged by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which invited government officials from 13 countries in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, namely Bolivia, Côte d’Ivoire, Ecuador, Equatorial Guinea, Gambia, Guyana, Kenya, Mozambique, Nicaragua, Peru, Republic of the Congo, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Suriname.
The visit aims at enhancing exchanges and co-operation between Hong Kong and these countries, as well as expanding the “circle of friends” of Hong Kong.
During the delegation’s stay in Hong Kong, it met with the Acting Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing;the Secretary for Justice, Mr Paul Lam, SC; and the Deputy Financial Secretary, Mr Michael Wong, to exchange views and learn more about Hong Kong’s unique advantages of enjoying strong support of the country while maintaining unparalleled international connectivity under “one country, two systems”, as well as its dual gateway role between the Chinese Mainland market and the global market.
It also met with the Under Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai; the Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan; the Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Dr Bernard Chan; and the Deputy Commissioner for Innovation and Technology, Mr Philip Har, as well as representatives of a number of relevant institutions. The delegation also visited the International Organization for Mediation, the Hong Kong Science Park and the Hong Kong Palace Museum. Through these meetings and visits, the delegation learned about the city’s latest developments and opportunities in education, finance, trade, legal services, innovation and technology, as well as arts and culture.
The delegation also visited Shenzhen to learn more about the integrated development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation touring the Hong Kong Palace Museum at the West Kowloon Cultural District. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the Secretary-General of the International Organization for Mediation, Professor Teresa Cheng (centre), with the delegation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation visiting the Hong Kong Science Park with the Deputy Commissioner for Innovation and Technology, Mr Philip Har (first left). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation meeting with the Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Dr Bernard Chan (fourth right), to exchange views on strengthening communication and co-operation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation meeting with the Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan (second left), to explore financial co-operation opportunities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the delegation meeting with the Under Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai (first right), to learn about the unique advantages of Hong Kong’s post-secondary education. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the Deputy Financial Secretary, Mr Michael Wong (front row, fifth left); the Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Dr Bernard Chan (front row, second right); the Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan (back row, fifth left); the Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Ms Lillian Cheong (back row, fourth right); the Under Secretary for Development, Mr David Lam (back row, second left); and the Government Economist, Ms Irina Fan (front row, second left), with the delegation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Justice, Mr Paul Lam, SC (front row, centre), with the delegation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
A delegation of 13 overseas government officials completed its visit to Hong Kong today (May 29). Photo shows the Acting Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing (fifth right), with the delegation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
DH reminds public to take precautions against heat-related illnesses during very hot weather
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH) today (May 30) reminded members of the public to take appropriate precautions against heat-related illnesses, such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke, during very hot weather.
In a high-temperature environment, excessive sweating and difficulty in heat dissipation can cause stress to the body. Members of the public should take the following precautions:
In addition, infants and children, the elderly, pregnant women, individuals with chronic illnesses such as heart disease or high blood pressure, overweight people and outdoor/manual workers are more susceptible to heat stroke. These groups should pay special attention to the following:
The DH reminded the public that heat stroke is one of the most common health risks in hot weather. Over the past five years, there have been over 200 hospital admissions due to heat stroke each year in Hong Kong, with two to five fatal cases occurring mainly during the summer months from May to September. Vulnerable groups are more susceptible to heat stroke. Symptoms include dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath or confusion. In severe cases, patients may suffer from convulsions or become unconscious, which can be life-threatening if they are not cooled down and resuscitated in a timely manner.
Members of the public are also advised to pay attention to the latest weather, as well as the real-time and forecasted ultraviolet (UV) index released by the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO). When the UV index is high (6 or above), the public should note the following:
If symptoms develop, such as dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath or confusion, rest and seek help immediately, and seek medical advice as soon as possible.
For more health information, the public may visit theCHP’s heat strokepage andUV radiation page; the HKO’s Dial-a-Weather (1878 200),latestweather report and forecast,UV Indexand weather information forhiking and mountaineering; andpress releasesof the Labour Departmenton precautions against heat stroke for outdoor workers and their employers when the Heat Stress at Work Warning is in force.
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