Seminar Explores Japan's Rightward Shift and Its Impact on China's National Security

2026-04-29 19:05 Last Updated At：19:18

Civil Service College organises seminar on "Japan's Rightward Shift and China's National Security"

The Civil Service College (CSC) of the Civil Service Bureau organised the "Holistic Approach to National Security" seminar series, on the topic of "Japan's Rightward Shift and China's National Security", today (April 29). The seminar was delivered by the Director of the Institute of Foreign-related Rule of Law and Security Studies, China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations, Ms Fan Xiaoju.

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Civil Service College organises seminar on "Japan's Rightward Shift and China's National Security" Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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Civil Service College organises seminar on "Japan's Rightward Shift and China's National Security" Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Ms Fan explored the historical evolution and underlying causes of Japan's rightward shift during the seminar. Through analysing historical events and prominent figures, she examined the impact of the Japanese government's policy direction on Sino-Japanese relations, enabling civil servants to gain a deeper understanding of the influence of geopolitics on national development and security.

Addressing the seminar, the Secretary for the Civil Service, Mrs Ingrid Yeung, cited the white paper "Hong Kong: Safeguarding China's National Security Under the Framework of One Country, Two Systems" published by the State Council Information Office and highlighted that safeguarding national security is a never-ending endeavour. She emphasised that civil servants should remain vigilant against potential risks and continuously enhance preventive measures to strengthen the shield of national security in Hong Kong. Referring to the theme of this year's National Security Education Day, "Proactively Align with the 15th Five-Year Plan Follow a Holistic Approach to Development and Security", she also encouraged civil servants to fulfil the important task of balancing development and national security.

Over 230 officers of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government , including politically appointed officials and middle and senior-level civil servants, attended the seminar today, and some participants took part through video-conferencing.

The series, launched in 2023, provides a comprehensive understanding of the Holistic Approach to National Security, analyses the latest national security landscape under the context of great power rivalry, and addresses the challenges faced by the country in maintaining national security, to enhance civil servants' awareness of consciously safeguarding national security. The seminars are delivered by experts from China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations and the Center for a Holistic Approach to National Security.

AFCD Enhances Management for Labour Day Visitors at Sai Kung and Lantau Ecotourism Hotspots

AFCD announces arrangements at ecotourism hotspots for Mainland's Labour Day Golden Week

In anticipation of a large number of visitors to Sai Kung East Country Park, Sharp Island and Shui Hau on Lantau Island during the Mainland's Labour Day Golden Week (May 1 to 5), the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) today (April 29) announced the following preparation and deployment of management work at ecotourism hotspots during the holiday period:

High Island Reservoir East Dam

The AFCD has made proactive arrangements to strengthen the management of the East Dam area of High Island Reservoir by deploying additional manpower. To prevent visitors from approaching dangerous areas beyond the Po Pin Chau viewing platform, the AFCD, in collaboration with the Architectural Services Department, has completed the installation of additional railings at the viewing platform. During the Mainland's Labour Day Golden Week, in addition to the deployment of additional staff for daily patrol and enforcement, the AFCD will use drones equipped with broadcasting functions to conduct surveillance regularly from above the Po Pin Chau viewing platform and remind visitors not to cross the railings. The AFCD will disseminate visitor flow information for the East Dam area via the ''Enjoy Hiking" Information on Visitor Flow at East Dam of High Island Reservoir webpageto help visitors better plan their trips. When necessary, temporary crowd control measures will be implemented at the entrance of the High Island Geo Trail - Po Pin Chau Section to prevent overcrowding at the Po Pin Chau viewing platform and along the hiking trail.

Campsites at Ham Tin Wan, Sai Wan, and Long Ke Wan in Sai Kung

The AFCD will deploy additional staff day and night to patrol, be stationed, enforce regulations against violations, and use drones and CCTV systems to assist in monitoring the campsites. The AFCD staff on-site will enhance publicity on safe hiking, caring for the environment, animals and plants, maintaining cleanliness, and observing camping behaviour and etiquette. They will also strengthen cleaning and waste management efforts around campsites.

The AFCD will provide strainers for collecting food residues outside the Ham Tin public toilet and will, on a trial basis, lend small grill stands to campers in need at Ham Tin Wan and Sai Wan campsites to help maintain campsite cleanliness.

Sharp Island and Shui Hau on Lantau Island

The coastal areas of Sharp Island and Shui Hau on Lantau Island are currently not designated as country parks, marine parks, or marine reserves. The AFCD is currently promoting environmental protection awareness among visitors through various publicity and educational efforts.

The AFCD has installed footfall counters at the pier of Sharp Island and will use drones to monitor the beach and coastal areas. Additional AFCD staff will patrol along the coastline daily from around 9am to 6pm, including beaches, shores and popular snorkelling spots, with enhanced patrols co-ordinated with the kaito ferry schedule and daytime low tide periods. Frontline staff will immediately advise and explain correct practices to visitors upon spotting any potential behaviours that could cause ecological damage, such as damaging, disturbing, feeding, or collecting marine life, or entering the water near corals.

In addition, the AFCD will conduct joint patrols with the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) during the holiday to remind visitors not to litter, and the FEHD will also strengthen the cleaning of public areas on the island. The AFCD will conduct joint sea patrols with the Marine Department and the Police to maintain order.

At the beach and coastal areas, the AFCD will collaborate with the WWF-Hong Kong to set up public education booths to promote marine conservation messages and guidelines for appreciating nature. Snorkelling guides and kayaking guides will also patrol the nearshore waters to remind snorkelers to follow coral-friendly routes for entering and exiting the water to avoid accidentally trampling on corals.

The AFCD has installed footfall counters at Shui Hau on Lantau Island to monitor visitor flow. During the holiday, the AFCD staff will patrol the Shui Hau sandflat and use drones to monitor the sandflat and nearby coastal areas.

Working in collaboration with the Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong, the AFCD will also organise public education activities at the Shui Hau sandflat, including setting up an educational booth, distributing conservation leaflets, and engaging visitors with information on how to protect horseshoe crabs and the surrounding coastal environment.

Reminders on hiking safety and protecting the natural environment

The AFCD urges visitors to pay attention to hiking safety, follow outdoor etiquette and codes, and use only officially managed and maintained trails in country parks. Information boards and direction signs have been placed at appropriate locations in country parks, and warning signs have been erected near locations with dangerous terrains to remind visitors not to get close to dangerous areas to avoid accidents.

Visitors should follow the signs and stay on official trails, and must not cross railings or stand close to cliff edges, coastal fringes, steep slopes and other dangerous locations. Visitors must prioritise their personal safety and should not take risks by using shortcuts or for the sake of taking photos or sightseeing.

For information on hiking safety and outdoor etiquette and codes, please visit the ''Enjoy Hiking" Hiking Information on Green Tourism webpage.

The AFCD also reminds visitors that country parks are valuable natural resources. Caring for the natural environment and keeping it clean are every visitor's responsibility. Visitors should protect the natural environment and practice "Take Your Litter Home" and hiking etiquette. Camping is permitted only at designated campsites, and fire can only be used at designated barbecue sites or campsites.

The AFCD particularly reminds visitors not to climb trees, disturb or harm wild animals and plants, or cause a nuisance to other visitors. According to the Forests and Countryside Ordinance (Cap. 96), any person who fells, cuts, burns or otherwise destroys any trees in a forest or plantation without lawful authority or excuse shall commit an offence and is liable to a maximum fine of $25,000 and imprisonment for one year upon conviction.

The AFCD will strengthen patrols, publicity and education at the above ecotourism hotspots during the holiday. Enforcement action will be taken immediately against any violations.

Seminar Explores Japan's Rightward Shift and Its Impact on China's National Security

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