Hong Kong Police Negotiation Cadre Celebrates 50 Years with Symposium on Crisis Management and Future Innovations

HKPF holds Hong Kong Police Negotiation Cadre 50th Anniversary Commemorative Symposium and Exhibition

The Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) is holding the Hong Kong Police Negotiation Cadre 50th Anniversary Commemorative Symposium and Exhibition today and tomorrow (January 22 and 23). Under the theme “Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future of Negotiation”, the event focuses on innovation, capacity building, and experience sharing. It brings together local, Chinese Mainland and overseas experts and practitioners to share insights through keynote speeches and panel discussions, fostering exchanges and exploring future directions.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, stated that since its establishment in 1975, the Police Negotiation Cadre (PNC) has provided round-the-clock support on a secondary duty basis. Initially tasked with handling counter-terrorism and serious crime cases, the PNC later expanded its duties to include suicide intervention. In recent years, it has actively collaborated with stakeholders from different sectors, including the Education Bureau, the Hospital Authority, as well as the education and social welfare sectors, to strengthen schools’ capability in handling crises and promote psychological resilience among students. The PNC also shoulders the important mission of safeguarding national security, ensuring the harmony and stability of Hong Kong.

Mr Chow added that with over 100 members, the PNC has consistently upheld the motto “Who Cares Wins” and has successfully resolved crises and saved lives through calm analysis, active listening, and strong teamwork. He expressed his gratitude to the PNC members over the years for their selfless dedication and efforts, and to the various units for their support. He hoped that the symposium would facilitate in-depth exchanges and foster collaboration among all parties to move forward together.

The symposium has invited over 500 representatives engaged in negotiation and crisis management from Chinese Mainland, Cambodia, Dubai, Indonesia, Macau, Singapore, and Switzerland, as well as local representatives from the education and social welfare sectors.

The first day of the symposium focused on sharing local and overseas experience in crisis management, negotiation, and solutions. The PNC, together with representatives from Mainland public security authorities and the international negotiation community, explored co-operation in crisis management and exchanged views on strengthening public safety and enhancing community resilience through negotiation work. These discussions strengthened international and regional partnerships and chart a forwardlooking roadmap for negotiation development in Hong Kong. The symposium tomorrow will engage local professional groups and academia in exploring the development of school support networks, the prevention of youth suicides, and the role of artificial intelligence in the course of negotiation.

Also held at the venue was the PNC 50th Anniversary Commemorative Exhibition, showcasing the contributions of the PNC in saving lives and maintaining social stability through historical photographs, memorabilia and significant negotiation cases. Looking ahead, the PNC will continue to work hand in hand with local, Chinese Mainland and international partners to resolve crises through dialogue, striving to ensure Hong Kong remains one of the safest and most stable cities in the world.

HKPF holds Hong Kong Police Negotiation Cadre 50th Anniversary Commemorative Symposium and Exhibition Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKPF holds Hong Kong Police Negotiation Cadre 50th Anniversary Commemorative Symposium and Exhibition Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKPF holds Hong Kong Police Negotiation Cadre 50th Anniversary Commemorative Symposium and Exhibition Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKPF holds Hong Kong Police Negotiation Cadre 50th Anniversary Commemorative Symposium and Exhibition Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKPF holds Hong Kong Police Negotiation Cadre 50th Anniversary Commemorative Symposium and Exhibition Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Conclusion of special inspection and enforcement operations on proper control of dogs

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) announced today (September 6) that the special inspection and enforcement operations on the proper control of dogs, conducted across various locations in Hong Kong on August 30, September 5 and 6, have concluded successfully.

During the three-day enforcement operations, AFCD officers stepped up inspections at public places where dogs congregate, and detected a total of three suspected cases where large dogs were not being securely held on a leash in public places. AFCD officers will follow up on these cases and institute prosecutions accordingly.

An AFCD spokesman said, "The special operation aimed to raise awareness among dog keepers to properly control their dogs in public places and to reduce incidents of dog attacks arising from improper control, while promoting the message of responsible pet ownership and explaining relevant statutory requirements to members of the public."

Under the Rabies Ordinance (Cap. 421), dogs in a public place must be held on a leash or otherwise under control. The Dangerous Dogs Regulation (Cap. 167D), even states more explicitly that large dogs (weighing 20 kilograms or above) must be securely held on a leash not exceeding two metres in length by a person when in a public place. Contravention of the relevant requirements is liable to a fine and imprisonment upon conviction.

The AFCD emphasised that properly controlling dogs in public places is not only a legal requirement but also helps safeguard public and animal safety. The AFCD will continue to step up routine inspections and enforcement, and appeals to members of the public to be responsible pet owners by keeping their dogs under proper control at all times. Members of the public who wish to learn more about the proper control of dogs and how to be a responsible pet owner may visit the AFCD website (www.pets.gov.hk).

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