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Rehabilitated Youths Explore China's History and Technology on Greater Bay Area Exchange Tour

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Rehabilitated Youths Explore China's History and Technology on Greater Bay Area Exchange Tour

2026-02-09 18:55 Last Updated At:02-10 15:46

Young rehabilitated persons conclude Greater Bay Area exchange tour in Zhuhai

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields.

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To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting an intelligent technology company in Zhuhai today (February 9) to learn about the nation's research, development and application of unmanned surface vessels. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting an intelligent technology company in Zhuhai today (February 9) to learn about the nation's research, development and application of unmanned surface vessels. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a space centre in Zhuhai on February 8 to learn about the nation's achievements in aerospace technology. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a space centre in Zhuhai on February 8 to learn about the nation's achievements in aerospace technology. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a general aircraft company in Zhuhai on February 8 to gain an understanding of national aircraft research and development, aircraft manufacturing and operational services. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a general aircraft company in Zhuhai on February 8 to gain an understanding of national aircraft research and development, aircraft manufacturing and operational services. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a Chinese medicine hospital in Foshan on February 7 to understand the long history of Chinese medicine and the development of the healthcare system. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a Chinese medicine hospital in Foshan on February 7 to understand the long history of Chinese medicine and the development of the healthcare system. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows the tour's sponsor, Mr Ha Chung-kin (front row, first left), leading young rehabilitated persons to experience the making of Chinese traditional handicraft at a school in Foshan on February 7, enabling them to understand the profound Chinese history and culture. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows the tour's sponsor, Mr Ha Chung-kin (front row, first left), leading young rehabilitated persons to experience the making of Chinese traditional handicraft at a school in Foshan on February 7, enabling them to understand the profound Chinese history and culture. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a school in Foshan on February 7, during which a young rehabilitated person shared his rehabilitation experiences. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a school in Foshan on February 7, during which a young rehabilitated person shared his rehabilitation experiences. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows the tour's sponsor, Mr Ha Chung-kin (right), leading a young rehabilitated person to experience the making of Chinese traditional handicraft at a school in Foshan on February 7, enabling him to understand the profound Chinese history and culture. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows the tour's sponsor, Mr Ha Chung-kin (right), leading a young rehabilitated person to experience the making of Chinese traditional handicraft at a school in Foshan on February 7, enabling him to understand the profound Chinese history and culture. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting the San Tan Geming Shiji Exhibition Hall on February 7. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting the San Tan Geming Shiji Exhibition Hall on February 7. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Fourteen young rehabilitated persons began their exchange tour in Foshan on February 7. They first visited the San Tan Geming Shiji Exhibition Hall to learn about modern Chinese history, followed by a visit to a local school to interact with teachers and students, gaining insights into the local learning environment. They then proceeded to a Chinese medicine hospital to understand the long history of Chinese medicine and the development of the healthcare system. Participants subsequently headed to Zhuhai to participate in educational activities at a general aircraft company and a space centre to gain an understanding of national aircraft research and development, aircraft manufacturing and operational services as well as its achievements in aerospace technology. They also visited an intelligent technology company to learn about the nation's research, development and application of unmanned surface vessels.

A participating youth, Ah Ming (pseudonym), who had not returned to the Chinese Mainland for years, stated that during the "black-clad violence" in 2019, he and his friends were incited and misled by newspapers to commit violent acts on the street. He was subsequently sentenced to imprisonment, bearing the legal consequences of his actions. With the help of the Correctional Services Department (CSD)'s rehabilitation services, Ah Ming said he hopes to turn over a new leaf and reintegrate into society, making a contribution to Hong Kong and the homeland.

Ah Ming added that he previously had misunderstandings about the Chinese Mainland due to being misled. This trip has broadened his horizons significantly, not only allowing him to learn about Chinese history and culture, but also providing an opportunity for him to ride a high-speed train for the first time and visit technology enterprises, so that he could understand in person the rapid development of the country. He appreciated the CSD for the meticulous arrangements, which allowed him to rediscover his homeland.

The Exchange Tour is an extension of the Department's targeted rehabilitation programme, the Project PATH. Participants include youths under supervision who were involved in the "black-clad violence". The tour aims, through visits and observation, to allow participants to learn and understand the profound Chinese history and culture as well as to witness the nation's prosperous development, thereby deepening their understanding of national conditions and development and fostering their sense of belonging to the country and national identity.

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting an intelligent technology company in Zhuhai today (February 9) to learn about the nation's research, development and application of unmanned surface vessels. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting an intelligent technology company in Zhuhai today (February 9) to learn about the nation's research, development and application of unmanned surface vessels. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a space centre in Zhuhai on February 8 to learn about the nation's achievements in aerospace technology. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a space centre in Zhuhai on February 8 to learn about the nation's achievements in aerospace technology. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a general aircraft company in Zhuhai on February 8 to gain an understanding of national aircraft research and development, aircraft manufacturing and operational services. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a general aircraft company in Zhuhai on February 8 to gain an understanding of national aircraft research and development, aircraft manufacturing and operational services. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a Chinese medicine hospital in Foshan on February 7 to understand the long history of Chinese medicine and the development of the healthcare system. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a Chinese medicine hospital in Foshan on February 7 to understand the long history of Chinese medicine and the development of the healthcare system. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows the tour's sponsor, Mr Ha Chung-kin (front row, first left), leading young rehabilitated persons to experience the making of Chinese traditional handicraft at a school in Foshan on February 7, enabling them to understand the profound Chinese history and culture. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows the tour's sponsor, Mr Ha Chung-kin (front row, first left), leading young rehabilitated persons to experience the making of Chinese traditional handicraft at a school in Foshan on February 7, enabling them to understand the profound Chinese history and culture. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a school in Foshan on February 7, during which a young rehabilitated person shared his rehabilitation experiences. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting a school in Foshan on February 7, during which a young rehabilitated person shared his rehabilitation experiences. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows the tour's sponsor, Mr Ha Chung-kin (right), leading a young rehabilitated person to experience the making of Chinese traditional handicraft at a school in Foshan on February 7, enabling him to understand the profound Chinese history and culture. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows the tour's sponsor, Mr Ha Chung-kin (right), leading a young rehabilitated person to experience the making of Chinese traditional handicraft at a school in Foshan on February 7, enabling him to understand the profound Chinese history and culture. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting the San Tan Geming Shiji Exhibition Hall on February 7. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

To further cultivate national consciousness and positive values in young rehabilitated persons, correctional officers led youths who have completed their sentences and are under statutory supervision to participate in the Greater Bay Area Experience Exchange Tour 2026, visiting Foshan and Zhuhai in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for three days and two nights of exchanges, so that they could learn about the country's history and culture as well as its developments in various fields. Photo shows young rehabilitated persons visiting the San Tan Geming Shiji Exhibition Hall on February 7. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects two dangerous drugs cases and seizes suspected drugs worth about $3.4 million

Hong Kong Customs detected two dangerous drugs cases in Hong Kong International Airport and Yau Ma Tei respectively on April 1 and yesterday (April 2), and seized a total of about 3.1 kilograms of suspected ketamine, about 1.7 kilograms of suspected cocaine and about 1.7 kilograms of suspected methamphetamine with a total estimated market value of about $3.4 million. Two persons suspected to be connected with the cases were arrested.

In the first case, a 43-year-old male passenger arrived in Hong Kong from Bangkok, Thailand on April 1. During customs clearance, Customs officers found about 3.1 kilograms of suspected ketamine concealed inside food packaging in his baggage. The man was subsequently arrested.

In the second case, during an anti-narcotics operation conducted in Yau Ma Tei on April 2, Customs officers intercepted a 41-year-old man and later escorted him to a hotel room nearby for a search and seized about 1.7 kilograms of suspected cocaine, about 1.7 kilograms of suspected methamphetamine, a drug inhaling apparatus and a batch of drug packaging paraphernalia. The man was subsequently arrested.

The arrested persons have been charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug respectively and will appear at the Kwun Tong Magistrates' Courts tomorrow (April 4).

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 to 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, nor to release their personal data or home address to others for receiving parcels or goods.

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 detects two dangerous drugs cases and seizes suspected drugs worth about $3.4 million  Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects two dangerous drugs cases and seizes suspected drugs worth about $3.4 million Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects two dangerous drugs cases and seizes suspected drugs worth about $3.4 million  Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects two dangerous drugs cases and seizes suspected drugs worth about $3.4 million Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects two dangerous drugs cases and seizes suspected drugs worth about $3.4 million  Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects two dangerous drugs cases and seizes suspected drugs worth about $3.4 million Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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