Trade Unions Seminar Enhances National Security Awareness Among 420 Participants in Hong Kong.

2026-04-18 19:15 Last Updated At：20:53

Seminar on National Security for Trade Unions concludes

The Registry of Trade Unions (RTU) of the Labour Department organised the Seminar on National Security for Trade Unions (the Seminar) today (April 18) to enhance the awareness and sense of responsibility of trade unions in safeguarding national security. The Seminar featured exchanges of measures taken by the labour sector to safeguard national security, contributing to the security and development of the country and Hong Kong. Co-organised by the Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions and the Federation of Hong Kong and Kowloon Labour Unions, the Seminar attracted around 420 participants on-site and online.

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The Seminar was officiated by the Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun. In his opening remarks, Mr Sun said that the successful conclusion of the eighth-term Legislative Council (LegCo) General Election last year, which fully implemented the principle of "patriots administering Hong Kong" and faithfully upheld the principle of "one country, two systems", was a crucial realisation of strengthening the national security shield. The voter turnout rate in the functional constituency of the labour sector was nearly 90 per cent, fully reflecting the proactiveness of the labour sector in safeguarding the country and home. As this year marks the beginning of the National 15th Five-Year Plan, it is incumbent upon all sectors of the community to consider and act on how Hong Kong can make full use of its strengths to serve the country's needs and further integrate into the overall national development. He encouraged the labour sector to seize the opportunities from the National 15th Five-Year Plan, and help contribute Hong Kong's strengths to the country's development.

Mr Sun added that apart from the establishment of solid institutional safeguards, every individual and institution must also have the commitment to national security. The National 15th Five-Year Plan clearly states the need to strengthen national security education and fortify the defensive line in people. According to the Hong Kong National Security Law, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) shall promote national security education through social organisations, including trade unions, to raise the awareness of national security and law-abidingness among Hong Kong residents. He called on the labour sector's concerted efforts to safeguard national security.

At the Seminar, the President of the Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions and LegCo Member, Mr Stanley Ng, and the Chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong and Kowloon Labour Unions and LegCo Member, Mr Lam Chun-sing, shared their insights on the labour sector's role in safeguarding national security.

The Seminar featured two keynote presentations, including a succinct exposition on how Hong Kong safeguards national security by the former Vice-chairperson of the HKSAR Basic Law Committee of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress and former Secretary for Justice, Dr Elsie Leung, who also shared her valuable insights on national security; and a brief overview on the newly amended Trade Unions Ordinance by the Registrar of Trade Unions, Miss Christine But.

Moreover, the Seminar included a panel discussion session in which four guests, namely, Mr Ng; the General Secretary of the Federation of Hong Kong and Kowloon Labour Unions and LegCo Member, Mr Chau Siu-chung; the President of the Hong Kong Chinese Civil Servants' Association, Mr Tsoi Koon-lung; and the Chairman of the Hong Kong Civil Servants General Union, Mr Fung Chuen-chung, shared the measures and practical experiences of labour organisations and trade unions in promoting national security education.

The RTU will continue to collaborate with labour organisations and trade unions to promote national security education.

Youth Exchange Ceremony Highlights Global Opportunities for Hong Kong's Young Leaders

International Youth Exchange Sharing cum YDC Youth Ambassadors Programme 2025-2026 Annual Ceremony held today

The Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung, together with the Commissioner for Youth, Mr Eric Chan, officiated at the International Youth Exchange Sharing Session cum YDC Youth Ambassadors Programme 2025-2026 Annual Ceremony today (April 18).

The guests attending the event were Deputy Commissioner of the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (OCMFA), Mr Li Yongsheng; the Director-General of the International Department of the OCMFA, Mr Wang Jian; the Deputy Division Chief of the Department of Youth Affairs of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Chen Guanxing; the Vice-Chairman of the Youth Development Commission (YDC), Mr Kenneth Leung; and YDC members. They listened to the sharing by several YDC Youth Ambassadors and participants of the HYAB Funding Scheme for International Youth Exchange regarding their exchange experiences and learning outcomes.

Addressing the ceremony, Mr Leung stated that the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau (HYAB) and the YDC collaborate to actively promote international youth exchange, enabling young people to broaden their international horizons and enhance their understanding of the development of the world. The HYAB Funding Scheme for International Youth Exchange 2025-26 has funded a total of about 90 international exchange projects, benefitting around 2 400 young people. These projects cover more than 40 countries, many of which are located in regions along the Belt and Road. In addition to learning about the history and culture of different places around the world, young people also have the opportunity to visit the official Chinese Government organisations, large-scale enterprises or research institutions, etc. to deepen their understanding of the participation, contribution and influence of the country in international affairs.

Mr Chan said that the YDC Youth Ambassadors Programme Annual Ceremony was of great significance, as it served to review the fruitful achievements of the YDC Youth Ambassadors Programme 2025 and mark the official commencement of the new cohort of Youth Ambassadors Cadets. He encouraged the youth participants from both cohorts to shine in their respective fields and contribute to Hong Kong and the country.

The YDC Youth Ambassadors Programme is a flagship youth talent development programme co-organised by the HYAB and the YDC with an aim to identify and groom a cadre of young talents with a sense of responsibility, and with aspirations and potential, as well as with a passion to serve society, and who are willing to strive for the betterment of the country and Hong Kong. Centred on the theme "Youth Leading the Future", this year's programme aims at empowering young people to cultivate a holistic outlook and seizing the future development opportunities of Hong Kong through comprehensive training and unique exposure opportunities. The programme also encourages young people to actively engage in public affairs and participate in local and overseas exchanges, as well as promote the positive image of Hong Kong's young people through social media.

For more information on the YDC Youth Ambassadors Programme and the HYAB Funding Scheme for International Youth Exchange, please visit the YDC webpage (www.ydc.gov.hk).

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