Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme
The Civil Aid Service (CAS) held the Passing-out Parade for the 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme at its headquarters today (April 27). The parade was reviewed by the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung.
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Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Speaking at the Parade, Mr Tang noted that the CAS, as an auxiliary emergency force of the Government, is tasked with serving the public. Mr Tang highlighted the determination and dedication demonstrated by the recruits during their training, which has prepared them to face future challenges. He expressed the hope that the graduates will continue to carry forward the CAS's 70 years of great tradition by playing four roles, namely guardians of the wild, disaster responders, community supporters and youth leaders, helping government departments in discharging mountain search and rescues and providing emergency rescues during natural disasters, assisting in maintaining order at major activities, as well as cultivating their sense of national identity and civic responsibility.
Mr Tang stressed that the Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, Mr Xia Baolong, said at the opening ceremony of National Security Education Day that external forces' attempts to destabilise Hong Kong and use it to contain China will not change and can never succeed. Mr Tang said he hoped that everyone will continue to enhance their awareness of national security, forming a collaborative and efficient framework with other disciplined forces to maintain national security and ensure high-quality development for Hong Kong.
During the ceremony, Mr Tang presented awards to outstanding recruits. The graduates staged demonstrations of vegetation firefighting and rescue techniques, showcasing the outcomes of their training.
A total of 22 officer trainees, 58 recruits and for the first time, 20 officers and members from the Tactical Force Secondment Scheme, participated in the passing-out parade. All graduates are from diverse backgrounds. The CAS Recruit Training Certificate Programme has been recognised under the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework as meeting the accreditation standards at Level 3 by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. Graduates will be awarded the Certificate in Auxiliary Forces Basic Training (Civil Defence). The graduates will apply their acquired knowledge and skills to serve society.
Recruitment of CAS Grade IV Officers and Grade I Members is open for application throughout the year. Recruitment details and application forms are available on the CAS website (www.cas.gov.hk/eng/adult_recruitment.html).
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Civil Aid Service holds Passing-out Parade for 90th Recruits and 13th Tactical Force Secondment Scheme Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Speech by CS at Nobel Heroes Forum: Shaping Science and Future
Following is the speech by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, at the Nobel Heroes Forum: Shaping Science and Future today (January 12):
Dr Wong (Chairman of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) Council, Dr Peter Wong), Professor Zhang (President and Vice-Chancellor of the HKU, Professor Zhang Xiang), Mr Turner (Executive Director of Foundation Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings, Mr Nikolaus Turner), distinguished Nobel Laureates, esteemed scientists,ladies and gentlemen,
Good morning. It is my great pleasure to join you today for the Nobel Heroes Forum: Shaping Science and Future.
To our Nobel Laureates – we are truly privileged to have you with us. You represent the very best of human curiosity and perseverance. Your ground-breaking work expands our understanding of the universe, lights the path for future discovery, and inspires generations. Thank you for joining this extraordinary gathering.
And to all our distinguished guests from around the world – a very warm welcome to Hong Kong.
Today's dialogue is more than an academic event. It is a powerful convergence of the world's finest scientific minds, right here in a city that is determined to play its part in global innovation.
Hong Kong's mission is clear and unwavering: to become a premier international innovation and technology centre. A hub where top scientists, scholars and entrepreneurs can thrive, collaborate and serve the world.
To achieve this, the Government is fully committed. We are building a world-class ecosystem and nurturing the talent to power it.
First, we are building the infrastructure for greatness.
We have established a strategic I&T framework centred on three major I&T (innovation and technology) parks and five key research and development institutions.
Building on the success of the Science Park and Cyberport, we officially launched the Hong Kong Park of the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Co-operation Zone last month.
The Hetao Co-operation Zone is a major co-operation platform in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area under the National 14th Five-Year Plan. The Hong Kong Park is envisioned as a world-class hub for technological innovation, connecting the Chinese Mainland with the international community, and serving as an important source for fostering new quality productive forces.
Together with our five key R&D (research and development) institutions focus on frontier technologies, these developments will create more favourable conditions for Hong Kong to attract global I&T resources and talent.
Second, we are investing decisively.
We back our words with resources. We have launched significant funding schemes across the entire innovation chain.
To support excellent and impactful research, the Research Grants Council (RGC) under the University Grants Committee administers more than 20 competitive research grant and fellowship schemes.
Furthermore, last year we launched the 3 billion HK dollars Frontier Technology Research Support Scheme to empower ground-breaking basic research led by world-class researchers and academics.
To accelerate the midstream and downstream development, we rolled out three separate 10 billion HK dollars initiatives to drive the commercialisation of R&D outcomes and new industrialisation.
Third, and most crucially, we are nurturing and attracting top talent.
Talent is our ultimate driving force. We are expanding our talent pool through multiple strategies.
On nurturing young research talent, the Government has launched the Young Collaborative Research Grant to support early-stage researchers in leading and managing collaborative research. We are also actively fostering research collaboration between Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and overseas research funding agencies through operating various Joint Research Schemes. These partnerships not only foster academic exchange but also provide opportunities to nurture researchers in exploring new frontiers in their respective fields.
On attracting global talent, the RGC Junior Research Fellow Scheme has supported some 300 doctoral graduates from Hong Kong and around the world to pursue research careers at our universities.
Our international research flagship, the InnoHK research clusters, is also there to bring together brilliant minds from all over the world to conduct world-class scientific research. To date, our two existing InnoHK research clusters – one focusing on healthcare technology and another on AI and robotics – have successfully built links with over 30 world-class universities and research institutes from 12 economies, pooling together around 3 000 researchers locally and across the globe.
To go further, the Government is now expediting the development of the third InnoHK research cluster, with the focus on sustainable development, energy, advanced manufacturing and materials.
Our strategy follows a powerful cycle: promoting technology with talent, leading industries with technology, and attracting talent with industries.
And we are seeing results. Hong Kong ranks third globally in "Technology" in the World Digital Competitiveness Ranking. The Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou cluster ranks first in the 2025 Global Innovation Index Ranking of the World's Top 100 innovation clusters.
Our startup community has grown nearly fivefold in the past decade, producing homegrown unicorns.
This progress is no accident. It is built on Hong Kong's unique strengths. Under "one country, two systems", we enjoy unwavering national support and unparalleled global connectivity. Our robust rule of law, free-flowing capital and vibrant multicultural society make Hong Kong the perfect incubator for scientific exploration and technological breakthroughs.
To every scientist, researcher and innovator here today: Hong Kong is open for you. We provide the platform, the funding, the freedom and the connections to turn visionary ideas into reality.
We invite you to build your legacy here. To join us in shaping not just the future of Hong Kong, but the future of science for humanity.
On this note, let the dialogue begin. I look forward to the fruitful and inspirational exchanges. Thank you.
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