Hong Kong Police Delegation Signs MOU in Singapore to Enhance Public Safety Cooperation Through Technology

Commissioner of Police leads delegation to visit Singapore

The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, led a delegation of the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) to Singapore, from April 27 to 29, to attend MTX (Milipol TechX Summit) 2026, and to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency) of the Republic of Singapore to strengthen co-operation in science and technology in the field of public safety.

The delegation attended the MTX 2026 on April 28 and engaged with the international public safety community to better understand innovative and emerging technologies to enhance public safety. The summit, held biennially, is the largest public safety conference in Southeast Asia serving as a global platform to foster collaboration and advance public safety capabilities through science and technology. The delegation attended keynote sessions and panel discussions on various topics, such as artificial intelligence and network security, and visited key exhibitions showcasing the latest innovations in public safety, demonstrating the HKPF's ongoing efforts in advancing technology applications and international co-operation.

On the sidelines of the summit, the delegation met with the Commissioner of the Singapore Police Force, Mr How Kwang Hwee, and the Inspector-General of the Royal Malaysia Police, Mr Dato' Sri Haji Mohd Khalid Ismail, to exchange views on issues of mutual concern. The delegation also engaged with international experts and technology professionals across the public safety ecosystem.

On the same day, Mr Chow also met the Chief Executive of HTX, Mr Chan Tsan. Following the meeting, both sides signed an MOU to strengthen co-operation in leveraging innovative technologies to advance public safety. The MOU provides a broad framework for co-operation in areas of mutual interest, including capability development, knowledge exchange, anti-scam measures, training systems, and exploration of emerging technologies to support policing operations.

Separately, on April 27, the delegation visited the INTERPOL Global Complex for Innovation, and toured its Digital Forensics Laboratory to gain insights into the application of artificial intelligence in combating transnational cybercrime.

Mr Chow concluded his visit today (April 29) and returned to Hong Kong.

The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, led a delegation of the Hong Kong Police Force to Singapore, from April 27 to 29. Photo shows Mr Chow (second left) and the delegation touring the INTERPOL Global Complex for Innovation Digital Forensics Laboratory. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, led a delegation of the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) to Singapore, from April 27 to 29, to attend MTX (Milipol TechX Summit) 2026. Photo shows Mr Chow (fourth left) and the delegation touring exhibitions to learn about the latest innovations in public safety. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming (left), led a delegation of the Hong Kong Police Force to Singapore, from April 27 to 29, to attend MTX (Milipol TechX Summit) 2026. During the summit, Mr Chow met with the Commissioner of the Singapore Police Force, Mr How Kwang-hwee, to exchange views on issues of mutual concern. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming (left), led a delegation of the Hong Kong Police Force to Singapore from April 27 to 29. On April 28, Mr Chow signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Chief Executive of HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency) of the Republic of Singapore, Mr Chan Tsan, to strengthen co-operation in science and technology in the field of public safety. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Traffic and public transport arrangements upon commissioning of Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section)

The Transport Department (TD) said today (April 29) that the Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section) will be commissioned at 8am on May 3 (Sunday). Motorists and members of the public are advised to heed the respective traffic and public transport arrangements.

The Transport Department (TD), Photo by Bastille Post

Traffic arrangements

The Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section) connects Fanling Highway with the Fanling North New Development Area (NDA) and Sha Tau Kok Road - Lung Yeuk Tau, and is the first major transport infrastructure project completed under the development of the Northern Metropolis. Upon its commissioning, motorists can opt for the Bypass to travel to and from Lung Yeuk Tau, Luen Wo Hui and Fanling Highway in Fanling without passing through the busy roads in North District, providing greater convenience for travel to urban areas. The Bypass will also effectively divert the future traffic of the Fanling North NDA, alleviate the amount of traffic on the existing major roads in Fanling and Sheung Shui, and enhance the operational efficiency of the road network in North District.

Appropriate traffic signs and road markings will be put in place on relevant road sections to guide motorists to enter and exit the Bypass for various destinations. The TD appeals to motorists to heed traffic signs on-site and drive carefully when passing through the road sections concerned, and reduce speed and be courteous when approaching the new merging points.

Public transport arrangements

Following the commissioning of the Lung Yeuk Tau Interchange, the stops of New Territories Green Minubus route Nos. 506 (Chi Fuk Circuit - Luen Wo Hui (Circular)) and 507 (Ma Sik Road - Fanling Station (Circular)) have been relocated or reinstated. Passengers are advised to refer to the operators' notices on their locations.

In the initial period of the commissioning of the Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section), as motorists may take time to adapt to new road sections, it is anticipated that traffic may be busier during various periods. The Government urged motorists to refer to the driving guide, and choose appropriate routes for their journeys subject to actual traffic conditions.

The Emergency Transport Co-ordination Centre of the TD will closely monitor the traffic situation after the commissioning of the Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section). Motorists, transport trades and the public should plan their journeys ahead, reserve time to adapt to the new routes and adjust their commuting habits.

The Government will remind motorists about the new arrangements via leaflets, websites and variable message signs on major roads. The public should heed the latest traffic news through radio and television broadcasts, the TD's website (www.td.gov.hk) and the HKeMobility mobile app.

The Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section), Photo source: reference image