Rule of Law Drama Day Returns, Engaging Students and Parents in Interactive Education

2026-05-16 20:35 Last Updated At：21:43

DoJ large-scale rule of law drama "Rule of Law Academy - Adventure to the Stars" returns with great acclaim

The large-scale Rule of Law Drama Day organised by the Department of Justice (DoJ) returns with great acclaim, presenting the drama "Rule of Law Academy - Adventure to the Stars" today and tomorrow (May 16 and 17) at the Grand Theatre of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. The drama promotes rule of law education to senior primary students and parents in an interesting and interactive manner. The two performances are expected to attract an audience of more than 2 000 people.

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DoJ large-scale rule of law drama "Rule of Law Academy - Adventure to the Stars" returns with great acclaim Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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DoJ large-scale rule of law drama "Rule of Law Academy - Adventure to the Stars" returns with great acclaim Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Justice, Mr Paul Lam, SC, and the Deputy Secretary for Justice, Dr Cheung Kwok-kwan, return to the stage, playing the roles of the Principal and Vice-principal of the Rule of Law Academy respectively. In addition to engaging warmly with the audience, they deliver singing and dancing performances. They lead both the students in the play and the audience on a journey in deepening their understanding of the rule of law and practising the spirit of respect, integrity, justice and law-abidingness in order to earn the honour of "Rule of Law Star", conveying the important message of upholding the rule of law.

Through an exciting adventure story, the play integrates the concept of the rule of law into the plot in a lively and interactive way. By participating in the interactive session, members of the audience assist the protagonists in the drama to overcome challenges and to attain the distinction of the "Rule of Law Star", thereby experiencing how to implement the values of fairness and equality, honesty and integrity, solidarity and mutual support, as well as a law-abiding spirit, in their daily life.

The DoJ launched the "Rule of Law through Drama" project in 2021. Through lively, interesting and interactive drama performances, students can learn the proper concept of the rule of law, enhancing their law-abiding awareness and cultivating the spirit of the rule of law. The project has presented over 350 drama performances to primary schools in various districts across the territory since its launch.

To further extend the rule of law education from school to family and the wider community, the DoJ held the inaugural Rule of Law Drama Day in May last year, which was well received. Building on its success, the Rule of Law Drama Day returns to stage this year with enhanced content and new songs, continuing to promote the rule of law education in an interesting and interactive way.

Hong Kong Customs and VTC Launch Animal Welfare Initiative and Puppy-Naming Competition to Combat Pet Smuggling

Launch ceremony for Hong Kong Customs and VTC co-operation plan and prize presentation for puppy-naming competition

Hong Kong Customs and the Vocational Training Council (VTC) today (May 16) held a launch ceremony for the Hong Kong Customs and VTC co-operation plan and prize presentation for a puppy-naming competition at the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Kwai Chung). With the theme "Caring for animals, zero tolerance for pet smuggling", the event aimed to promote animal welfare and anti-pet smuggling through public engagement and educational initiatives.

Apart fromcombating various smuggling activities at the forefront, including animal smuggling, Hong Kong Customs also attaches great importance to professional training and public education. The department therefore has partnered with the VTC to launch a one-year co-operation plan in areas of professional exchange and community promotion, with the core philosophy of "entering the campus, reaching the community". The collaboration covers areas including basic canine handling training, pet medical care, and grooming training with the Health and Life Sciences Discipline of the VTC. Customs detector dogs will also work alongside VTC VCare Ambassadors to visit the community to promote anti-smuggling and animal protection messages.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Commissioner of Customs and Excise, Mr Chan Tsz-tat, said that while Customs is committed to combating animal smuggling with determination, the department also places strong emphasis on public education. He hoped that the event would help raise public awareness of animal protection and preventing pet smuggling. He also appeals to the public to report any suspected pet smuggling activities to Hong Kong Customs. The Chairman of the VTC, Mr Jeffrey Lam, welcomed the co-operation plan, noting that it embodies the VTC's dedication to connecting vocational and professional education and training with the community. He looked forward to further collaboration between both parties in the future to benefit students and the community.

Another highlight of the event was the prize presentation ceremony for the puppy-naming competition. Following the birth of the Customs detector dog puppies, "EXCELSIOR", in November last year, Hong Kong Customs organised the naming competition to promote the messages of animal protection and welfare. The naming was based on the letters of "EXCELSIOR", representing the hope that these nine new puppies will pursue excellence in training and law enforcement. The competition received an enthusiastic response with a total of 130 entries from the public.

Rule of Law Drama Day Returns, Engaging Students and Parents in Interactive Education