Hong Kong Customs detect a drug trafficking case involving incoming passenger at airport
Hong Kong Customs detected a drug trafficking case involving an incoming passenger at Hong Kong International Airport today (April 12) and seized about 4 kilograms of suspected heroin with an estimated market value of about $2.9 million.
A 21-year-old male passenger arrived in Hong Kong from Penang, Malaysia, today. During Customs clearance, Customs officers found about 4kg of suspected heroin inside his carry-on baggage. The man was subsequently arrested.
The arrested man has been charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug. The case will bebrought up at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts tomorrow (April 13).
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 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.
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 detect a drug trafficking case involving incoming passenger at airport Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Customs detect a drug trafficking case involving incoming passenger at airport Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day held today
In support of National Security Education Day, the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) today (April 12) held the National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day to enhance public awareness of national security, strengthen the cultivation of national identity, and provide the community with a better understanding of the HKPF’s work and achievements in safeguarding national security through a series of activities.
Addressing the ceremony, the Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing, said that national security concerns the well-being of 1.4 billion compatriots including Hong Kong people, and serves as the cornerstone of the country’s peace and stability. In safeguarding national security and stopping violence and curbing disorder, he commended the Force for unequivocally and fearlessly discharging their duties, making enormous and irreplaceable contributions to building an impregnable defence for Hong Kong’s national security, and rendering Hong Kong one of the world’s safest cities.
Citing the white paper on “Hong Kong: Safeguarding China’s National Security Under the Framework of One Country, Two Systems” published by the State Council Information Office in February, he emphasised that safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests remains the overarching principle under the policy of “one country, two systems”. He added that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region must faithfully fulfil its constitutional responsibility to safeguard national security, and create high-standard security in support of the high-quality development of the “one country, two systems” policy. He said that the Government will, through various channels, continuously strengthen publicity and public education on the matter, lead and support all sectors of society to thoroughly study and better comprehend the white paper’s important substance and requirements, thereby enhancing citizen’s awareness of national security and their positivity and spontaneity in safeguarding it.
In his opening remarks, the Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, said that under the protection of the legal system and enforcement mechanisms for safeguarding national security, Hong Kong has transitioned from chaos to order and entered a new stage of advancing from stability to prosperity. The hard-earned stability vividly exemplifies the country’s strong support and protection for Hong Kong. He noted that the Force also fulfils an important role as a guardian, upholding the belief that safeguarding national security is an ongoing endeavour with no end point, and it will enforce the law decisively, advance public education in a steady and substantive manner, and enhance the national security system.
Mr Chow further emphasised that no one can remain a mere spectator in safeguarding national security - every citizen has a duty to play their part. He expressed hope that, through National Security Education Day, members of the public would better understand and embrace the principles set out in the white paper, enhance their awareness of national security, and work together to safeguard national security and Hong Kong’s stability.
The event, held at the “Little Grape”-themed park located at Harcourt Garden in Admiralty, featured “NSafe Voyage”, a national security education exhibition zone that resembled a vessel, to deepen public understanding of the white paper. The “NSpeed Promotional Truck” and the new “NSmarties AI Interactive Platform” engaged the public, especially the younger generation, through interactive games conveying the message that safeguarding national security is everyone’s responsibility and a duty to be fulfilled. In addition, specialised equipment from various units, including the Counter Terrorism Response Unit, the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Bureau, and the Police Dog Unit, was on display, showcasing the Force’s professionalism and the diversity of its work.
National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
National Security Education Day 2026 cum Hong Kong Police Force Fun Day held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
