Commissioner of Police attends Global Fraud Summit 2026
The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, led a Hong Kong delegation, as part of the national delegation, to attend the Global Fraud Summit 2026 held in Vienna, Austria, on March 16 and 17 (Vienna time). The Hong Kong delegation shared Hong Kong's experiences, innovative measures, and achievements in cross-sector collaboration in combating fraud, and discussed with law enforcement agencies from other countries/regions to explore ways to strengthen co-operation in cross-border fraud investigations, and to promote the establishment of a closer global anti-fraud network.
Co-organised by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and INTERPOL, the summit brought together representatives from law enforcement agencies, international organisations, the private sector and academia from around the world to engage in in-depth discussions on combating cross-border fraud, international co-operation, and the use of technology to counter fraud, with a view to building consensus and collectively addressing the increasingly complex global fraud threats. The national delegation was led by the Deputy Director General of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Ministry of Public Security, Mr Zhu Lei. Members of the delegation included representatives from the Ministry of Public Security, the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF), and the Macao Judiciary Police.
Mr Chow was invited as a guest speaker of a forum on public-private collaboration alongside representatives from the UNODC, European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation, and a cryptocurrency analytics firm. At the forum, Mr Chow gave a detailed overview of the various collaborative initiatives established by the HKPF in recent years to combat fraud, including the Anti-Deception Coordination Centre (ADCC), the Anti-Deception Alliance, "Scameter", etc. He also cited related enforcement accomplishments and statistics to demonstrate the Police's effectiveness in preventing and tackling scams, and intercepting crime proceeds. The other speakers at the forum noted that the HKPF's measures on this front are valuable to share and promote internationally. The speakers unanimously agreed that co-operation across all sectors of society is essential to effectively curb fraudulent activities.
At another panel discussion of the summit, Chief Superintendent of Police Commercial Crime Bureau, Mr Wong Chun-yue, shared Hong Kong's successful experience in establishing the ADCC, outlining the challenges and opportunities encountered from its inception to its expansion. He also discussed with other panelists on how anti-deception centres worldwide can adapt to evolving fraud tactics by continuously developing and gradually expanding their functions, such as enhancing data analysis and cross-sector collaboration. He noted that through sharing the HKPF's forwardlooking strategies, could assist other countries/regions in carrying out more efficient antifraud work.
At the summit, the national delegation showcased the country's significant achievements in combating and curbing telecom and online fraud in recent years, including the successful dismantling of the four major organised telecom fraud syndicates through collaboration with Southeast Asian partners. As part of the national delegation, the HKPF fully supported the nation's anti-fraud efforts and actively promoted the relevant achievements, thereby contributing to consolidating the country's leadership in international law enforcement efforts.
Mr Chow stated that the summit brought together senior officials of law enforcement officials across the globe, providing the HKPF with an international platform to exchange experiences with partners, whilst supporting the nation's effort to establish a global antifraud alliance. The HKPF will continue to promote innovative measures and align with national strategies to work alongside the international community to tackle challenges posed by crossborder fraud, and spare no effort in protecting the public's property, and safeguarding Hong Kong's social stability and financial order.
Mr Chow will conclude his visit and depart for Hong Kong on March 18 (Vienna time).
The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, led a Hong Kong delegation, as part of the national delegation, to attend the Global Fraud Summit 2026 held in Vienna, Austria, on March 16 and 17 (Vienna time). Photo shows the Deputy Director General of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Ministry of Public Security of the People's Republic of China, Mr Zhu Lei (back row, sixth left); the Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming (back row, sixth right); the Director of the Macao Judiciary Police, Mr Sit Chong-meng (back row, fifth left); the Assistant Commissioner of Police (Crime), Ms Chung Wing-man (back row, fifth right); the Chief Superintendent of Police Commercial Crime Bureau, Mr Wong Chun-yue (back row, fourth right), and other members of the delegation. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, led a Hong Kong delegation, as part of the national delegation, to attend the Global Fraud Summit 2026 held in Vienna, Austria, on March 16 and 17 (Vienna time). The Chief Superintendent of Police Commercial Crime Bureau, Mr Wong Chun-yue (centre), shares the Force's successful experience in establishing the Anti-Deception Coordination Centre at a panel discussion of the summit. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, led a Hong Kong delegation, as part of the national delegation, to attend the Global Fraud Summit 2026 held in Vienna, Austria, on March 16 and 17 (Vienna time). Mr Chow (second left) introduces the comprehensive strategies of the Force in anti-deception at a forum of the summit. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FEHD releases fourth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in May
The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) today (May 21) released the fourth batch of gravidtrap indexes and density indexes for Aedes albopictus in May, covering 12 survey areas, as follows:
District |
Survey Area |
May 2026 |
First Phase Gravidtrap Index |
First Phase Density Index |
Eastern |
Shau Kei Wan and Sai Wan Ho |
9.1% |
1.4 |
Islands |
Tung Chung |
2.0% |
1.0 |
Kowloon City |
Hung Hom and To Kwa Wan |
6.7% |
1.5 |
Tai Po |
Tai Po East |
2.2% |
2.0 |
Tai Po West |
15.5% |
1.0 |
Tuen Mun |
Tuen Mun South |
9.1% |
1.4 |
District |
Survey Area |
May 2026 |
Area Gravidtrap Index |
Area Density Index |
Central and Western |
Kennedy Town and Shek Tong Tsui |
16.8% |
1.3 |
Eastern |
Chai Wan |
15.4% |
1.0 |
North Point and Quarry Bay |
18.9% |
1.4 |
Southern |
Aberdeen and Ap Lei Chau |
20.8% |
1.7 |
Sha Tin |
Sha Tin Town Centre and Fo Tan |
18.3% |
1.4 |
Tsuen Wan |
Tsuen Wan Town |
6.9% |
2.3 |
The fourth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in May includes First Phase Gravidtrap Indexes covering six survey areas and Area Gravidtrap Indexes covering six survey areas. Among which, six survey areas recorded gravidtrap indexes above 10 per cent, while Aberdeen and Ap Lei Chau in Southern District recorded a gravidtrap index above 20 per cent. Meanwhile, the gravidtrap indexes of six survey areas, namely Kennedy Town and Shek Tong Tsui in Central and Western District; North Point and Quarry Bay in Eastern District; Shau Kei Wan and Sai Wan Ho in Eastern District; Aberdeen and Ap Lei Chau in Southern District; Tai Po East in Tai Po District; and Tuen Mun South in Tuen Mun District, have recorded a decrease as compared to the indexes recorded in the last survey period, reflecting the progress of relevant mosquito control work.
With reference to the data from the past few years, the gravidtrap indexes start to rise from April or May every year. The actual timing and extent of the rise are affected by factors like weather conditions and rainfall. The average temperature and rainfall recorded in April this year were higher than those in the same period last year, creating favourable conditions for mosquito growth and breeding. As a result, the rise in gravidtrap indexes occurred earlier this year. With the increase in rainfall in May, the gravidtrap indexes are expected to rise further.
For survey areas which recorded indexes exceeding 10 per cent, in accordance with the mechanism implemented by the FEHD in response to the chikungunya fever (CF) situation (i.e. strengthening mosquito control work in areas with a gravidtrap index between 10 per cent and 20 per cent, instead of 20 per cent or above under the original mechanism), the FEHD is collaborating with relevant departments and stakeholders to identify locations with high mosquito infestations and carry out intensive and targeted mosquito control measures. The FEHD has initiated two prosecutions against the relevant construction site contractors following the discovery of mosquito breeding at construction sites in Tai Po District and Southern District. Moreover, following the discovery of stagnant water or stagnant water containers in a park, a construction site, a private housing estate, a clinic and a private premises in Tai Po District, Central and Western District, as well as Southern District, the FEHD has issued five statutory notices to the responsible persons-in-charge, requiring the clearance of such items within a specified timeframe. The FEHD, the relevant departments and stakeholders are following up on the mosquito control work, and will also organise exhibitions, distribute leaflets and posters, and notify residential estates that have subscribed to the gravidtrap Rapid Alert System, advising property management agents and residents to stay vigilant and work together in taking mosquito prevention and elimination measures. In addition, the FEHD will strengthen the monitoring of the gravidtrap index in the areas to review the effectiveness of the mosquito control work.
Public participation is crucial to the effective control of mosquito problems. The FEHD appeals to members of the public to continue to work together in strengthening personal mosquito control measures, including:
tidy up their premises and check for any accumulation of water inside the premises;
remove all unnecessary water collections and eliminate the sources;
check household items (those placed in outdoor and open areas in particular), such as refuse containers, vases, air conditioner drip trays, and laundry racks to prevent stagnant water;
change water in flower vases and scrub their inner surfaces thoroughly, and remove water in saucers under potted plants at least once a week;
properly cover all containers that hold water to prevent mosquitoes from accessing the water;
properly dispose of articles that can contain water, such as disposable meal boxes and empty cans; and
scrub drains and surface sewers with alkaline detergent at least once a week to remove any mosquito eggs.
Starting in August 2025, following the completion of the surveillance of individual survey areas, and once the latest gravidtrap index and the density index are available, the FEHD has been disseminating relevant information through press releases, its website and social media. It aims to allow members of the public to quickly grasp the mosquito infestation situation and strengthen mosquito control efforts, thereby reducing the risk of CF transmission.
Following recommendations from the World Health Organization and taking into account the local situation in Hong Kong, the FEHD sets up gravidtraps in districts where mosquito-borne diseases have been recorded in the past, as well as in densely populated places such as housing estates, hospitals and schools to monitor the breeding and distribution of Aedes albopictus mosquitoes, which can transmit CF and dengue fever. At present, the FEHD has set up gravidtraps in 62 survey areas of the community, with a surveillance period of two weeks. During the surveillance period, the FEHD will collect the gravidtraps once a week. After the first week of surveillance, the FEHD will immediately examine the glue boards inside the retrieved gravidtraps for the presence of adult Aedine mosquitoes to compile the Gravidtrap Index (First Phase) and Density Index (First Phase). At the end of the second week of surveillance, the FEHD will instantly check the glue boards for the presence of adult Aedine mosquitoes. Data from the two weeks of surveillance will be combined to obtain the Area Gravidtrap Index and the Area Density Index. The gravidtrap and density indexes for Aedes albopictus in different survey areas, as well as information on mosquito prevention and control measures, are available on the department's webpage (www.fehd.gov.hk/english/pestcontrol/dengue_fever/Dengue_Fever_Gravidtrap_Index_Update.html#).
FEHD releases fourth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in May Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FEHD releases fourth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in May Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FEHD releases fourth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in May Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FEHD releases fourth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in May Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FEHD releases fourth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in May Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
