CAS Cadet Corps Celebrates 145th Passing-out Parade, Commending New Cadets' Commitment to Future Leadership in Hong Kong.

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 145th New Cadets Passing-out Parade

The Civil Aid Service (CAS) Cadet Corps held the 145th New Cadets Passing-out Parade at the CAS Headquarters today (December 21). The parade was reviewed by the Associate Co-Director of the Academy for Applied Policy Studies and Education Futures and Director of the National Security and Legal Education Research Centre, Professor Gu Minkang.

Speaking at the parade, Professor Gu commended the new cadets for their remarkable endurance, perseverance, and co-operation skills. He believed that they will become committed and contributing citizens in the years to come. He stressed that young people are the future, hope, and pillars of Hong Kong, as well as the engine for driving the long-term development of society and the economy. He also thanked CAS staff, members, and instructors for their hard work in nurturing young leaders.

Over 200 cadets were reviewed at the parade. All of them are from schools participating in the 2024-25 School Partnership Scheme (the Scheme), which has the largest number of graduates this year. In addition, a total of 29 secondary schools have participated in the Scheme this year.

The CAS Cadet Corps has been encouraging young people over the years to participate in activities and training that are beneficial to the development of their mind and body, so they can acquire multifaceted skills while building their confidence and sense of responsibility. It will continue to strengthen co-operation with regional schools and diligently organise training activities related to national security education, such as Mainland exchanges and study programmes, and visits to the National Security Exhibition Gallery for its members. This will help foster their sense of national identity and enable them to contribute to the future of the country and Hong Kong.

Recruitment of CAS cadets is open for application throughout the year. Recruitment details and application forms are available on the CAS website (www.cas.gov.hk/eng/org/cadet_corps.html).

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 145th New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 145th New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 145th New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 145th New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 145th New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 145th New Cadets Passing-out Parade Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detect a drug trafficking case involving incoming passenger at airport

Hong Kong Customs detected a drug trafficking case involving an incoming passenger at Hong Kong International Airport today (April 4) and seized about 4.4 kilograms of suspected heroin with an estimated market value of about $2.9 million.

A 20-year-old male passenger arrived in Hong Kong from Penang, Malaysia, today. During Customs clearance, Customs officers found about 4.4kg of suspected heroin inside his carry-on baggage. The man was subsequently arrested.

The arrested man has been charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug. The case will bebrought up at the Eastern Magistrates' Courts on April 6.

Customs will continue to step up enforcement against drug trafficking activities through intelligence analysis. The department also reminds members of the public to stay alert and not participate in drug trafficking activities for monetary return. They must not accept hiring or delegation from another party to carry controlled items into and out of Hong Kong. They are also reminded not to carry unknown items for other people.

Customs will continue to apply a risk assessment approach and focus on selecting passengers from high-risk regions for clearance to combat transnational drug trafficking activities.

Under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, trafficking in a dangerous drug is a serious offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $5 million and life imprisonment.

Members of the public may report any suspected drug trafficking activities to Customs' 24-hour hotline 182 8080 or its dedicated crime-reporting email account (crimereport@customs.gov.hk) or online form (eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002).

Hong Kong Customs detect a drug trafficking case involving incoming passenger at airport Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detect a drug trafficking case involving incoming passenger at airport Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases