"In unity, we vote" - education sector mobilisation rally held today
The Education Bureau (EDB) held a mobilisation rally today (November 19) titled "In unity, we vote" to rally the entire education sector in full support of the 2025 Legislative Council General Election. The event promoted election messages with concerted effort and encouraged all members of the education sector to fulfil their civic responsibility and cast their votes.
The mobilisation rally was attended by over 600 representatives from post-secondary education, school sponsoring bodies of primary and secondary schools (including special schools) and kindergartens, school councils, regional school heads associations, the school heads' associations of the 18 districts, as well as government schools. Online participation was also arranged, demonstrating the unity and mobilisation strength of the entire education sector in Hong Kong.
The Secretary for Education, Dr Choi Yuk-lin, delivered a speech emphasising the unity of the EDB and the education sector in supporting the Legislative Council election together. She highlighted that this election is crucial for the future of every Hong Kong citizen and impactful for the common good and long-term prosperity of the city. Dr Choi urged educators, who bear the responsibility of nurturing the next generation, to exercise their voting rights to drive continuous progress in education. She called on everyone to cast their votes on December 7 and encouraged various stakeholders, including school staff, alumni, and parents, to cast their votes to contribute to good governance, economic development, and the well-being of Hong Kong.
Representatives from the education sector were invited to speak at the event, calling on fellow educators to exercise their civic rights and responsibility by voting.
Following the sharing, Dr Choi, along with the Permanent Secretary for Education, Ms May Chan; the Under Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai; and Deputy Secretary for Education, Ms Ida Lee, joined representatives from post-secondary education, primary and secondary schools (including special schools) and kindergartens to officiate at the launch ceremony of the education sector mobilisation rally. They placed mock ballots into mock ballot boxes bearing the election slogan "Join the Election Together We Create the Future", symbolising the unity of the education sector in fully supporting the 2025 Legislative Council General Election.
"In unity, we vote" - education sector mobilisation rally held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
"In unity, we vote" - education sector mobilisation rally held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
"In unity, we vote" - education sector mobilisation rally held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei
The delegation of the Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town under the Committee on Development of the Northern Metropolis, led by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, today (April 1) continued its visit. Representatives from the eight University Grants Committee-funded universities also joined the delegation today. They visited the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei, which are listed as part of the "one core and two wings" national development strategy, to learn about practical experience in large-scale new area planning and construction, with a view to providing solid reference for the planning and construction of the Northern Metropolis University Town (NMUT).
In the morning, the delegation visited the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center, touring the planning exhibition hall, the Yunhe Business District, the Beijing Library and the Grand Canal Museum of Beijing. They learned about the overall planning and development of the Center, its experience in attracting and concentrating higher education resources, as well as promoting the integration of the industry, academic and research sectors. They also observed the canal-side development and conservation and the construction of major public cultural facilities there.
Mr Chan said that the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center has been developed into a world-class harmonious and liveable demonstration area through high-standard planning, green and smart development, and a model of integration between campus and city. He said he hopes to draw on its valuable experience in relieving city functions, sharing resources, and innovation ecosystems, thereby providing practical inspiration for the top-level design, smart campus development and sustainable growth of the NMUT.
In the afternoon, the delegation visited Xiong'an New Area in Hebei, touring the comprehensive service centre of Xiong'an's start-up area. They learned about its planning and construction, as well as its "one-stop" integrated services for relieving Beijing of functions that are not essential to its role as the nation's capital. Subsequently, the delegation visited the University Town of Fifth Cluster North Collaborative Innovation Exhibition Hall and the Beijing Forestry University Xiong'an Campus Smart Exhibition Hall and project construction site.
Mr Chan said that the first batch of Beijing universities' campuses in Xiong'an has entered a large-scale construction stage, achieving campus-city integration, deep integration of industry and education, and smart and green development, injecting strong innovative vitality into the new area. He added that the delegation learned about Xiong'an New Area's experience in fields such as higher education institution and industry linkage, infrastructure-led development, and sustainable planning. It will provide valuable insights for the high-quality planning and construction of the NMUT, helping it develop into a hub for international education, innovation, and technology.
Mr Chan, the Secretary for Education, Dr Choi Yuk-lin, and other members of the delegation returned to Beijing tonight and will continue their visit tomorrow (April 2).
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
