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

2026-01-22 18:37 Last Updated At：22:36

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.

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

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

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.

Local Animation Talent Recognized at 13th Animation Support Program Awards Ceremony in Hong Kong

Awards Presentation Ceremony cum Premiere of 13th Animation Support Program sponsored by CCIDA takes place

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, the Awards Presentation Ceremony cum Premiere of the 13th Animation Support Program (ASP) was held today (April 24) to recognise outstanding local animation companies under the program.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Raistlin Lau, said the Government is dedicated to promoting the development of the creative industries, and that he is pleased to see an increasing number of local original animations attaining professional standards. CCIDA will continue to support local animations for tapping into the Chinese Mainland and international markets, and to foster the sustainable development of the industry, he added.

Mr Lau noted that the animation short "Another World", from the 6th ASP, had later received a subsidy under CCIDA's Film Development Fund to develop into an animation feature film. It was selected for the Annecy International Animation Film Festival (Non-competitive Section) in France in 2025 and premiered in the "Midnight Specials" section, successfully expanding into overseas markets, driving public interest in animated features and encouraging market investment, he remarked.

A total of 28 local start-up animation companies were selected for this edition of the program, covering themes such as adventure, virtual worlds, friendship and campus life in their creations. Each company can receive a maximum subsidy of $600,000, along with supporting measures such as technical and business development training, as well as professional guidance from veterans in the industry, with a view to further enhancing the quality of the selected start-ups' work. The animations concerned were showcased at the Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) held last month and will be rolled out on various platforms gradually, allowing the creations to reach a larger audience and also helping companies to explore more business collaboration opportunities.

Since the inception of the ASP, CCIDA has subsidised over 300 original animations, many of which won various awards in local and international animation competitions, showcasing the creativity and capability of local original animations. For more information about the program, please visit www.animation-ssp.com.

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

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