Remarks by S for S at media session on sentencing of Lai Chee-ying's case (with video)
Following are the remarks by the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, at a media session on the sentencing of Lai Chee-ying's case this afternoon (February 9):
The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, Photo by Bastille Post
Reporter: What's the significance of this case, given that Jimmy Lai's sentencing of 20 years is the longest in all national security cases so far?
Secretary for Security: I think the sentence of a total of 20 years' imprisonment has reflected the grave nature of the case. If you look at the judgment, in fact, for each of the conspiracy to commit collusion offences, the sentence has been increased from 15 years to 18 years with an additional sentence of three years. It is because the court has considered the grave nature of the case. I think the sentence in this case illustrates very clearly that any offence against national security, in particular colluding with foreign forces or external elements, is a very serious offence.
Reporter: I have a follow-up question about what you said on the United Kingdom (UK) situation. As his side or his children had said that Jimmy Lai is only a British citizen, he only holds a British passport, how do you compare that to the version of what you just said? And if the UK asks for a transfer of sentenced persons agreement, how do you think the Government will respond?
Secretary for Security: Lai Chee-ying, according to the law of Hong Kong and the law of China, is a Chinese, and we do not recognise dual nationality. Being a Chinese who committed an offense in Hong Kong, China, he serves his sentence in Hong Kong, China, which is a very logical stance. Thank you.
(Please also refer to the Chinese portion of the remarks)
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CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva
The Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD) achieved outstanding results at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva, winning a total of 10 awards, including four top accolades of gold medals with the congratulations of jury, two gold medals, three silver medals and a bronze medal.
The Director of Civil Engineering and Development, Mr Michael Fong, today (March 15) was encouraged by the department's remarkable achievements at the Exhibition this year. He said, "The department has been actively engaging in research and development and applying innovative technologies to enhance work efficiency and quality, as well as improving site safety. This achievement affirms the professionalism and innovative spirit of our colleagues."
In the field of disaster prevention, the in-house team of the CEDD developed the fifth-generation AI Landslip Warning System, applying artificial intelligence and big data technology to analyse the rainfall and landslide data in Hong Kong. This significantly improves the accuracy of risk assessment and issuance of warning signals. In addition, the department also developed a number of intelligent safety management systems, including the occupational health and safety management and monitoring system for confined spaces that can achieve instant alerts and closed-loop management; the CANOPUS - Smart Safety Harness monitoring system focusing on safety for working-at-height which can ensure that safety harnesses are securely attached; and the pioneering multi-channel certification mechanism that can enable real-time tracking and predictive alerts of personnel and equipment. The above inventions all received the gold medals with the congratulations of jury at this Exhibition.
The awarded projects by the CEDD are:
Gold medals with the congratulations of jury
• AI Landslip Warning System
• Intelligent occupational health and safety management and monitoring system for confined spaces
• CANOPUS - Smart Safety Harness
• Personnel real-name system and equipment tracking intelligent software
Gold medals
• SmartAERO - Smart Drone Management Platform (jointly developed with the Development Bureau)
• IntelliGuard OS
Silver medals
• CEDD AI Assistant
• Heavy machinery and hazardous area monitoring system
• TAMAGO - Smart Falsework Monitoring System
Bronze medal
• Electronic lock and work permit system for hazardous areas
The International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva is an annual grand event in the global invention community. This year, the Exhibition was held from March 11 to 15 in Geneva, Switzerland, showcasing about 1 000 inventions from 35 countries and regions, which were evaluated by the international jury of specialists.
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
