Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum Members Explore Shandong's Culture and Development in Educational Study Tour

Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum members visit Shandong Province

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, today (July 20) led more than 70 members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum, and those from its partners, Shenzhen University and youth groups of public security forces of Macao, to continue with a six-day study tour to Shandong Province to learn more about the country's history and culture, as well as its modern development, through understanding Shandong's development and future plans.

In the morning, the study group visited the special patrol unit of the Jinan Public Security Bureau to learn about its counter-terrorism, anti-riot, and crime-fighting work. They then toured the Jinan Battle Memorial Hall to learn about the history of relevant battles, commemorate the martyrs and reflect on the hardships of the revolution, thereby strengthening their sense of national belonging. In the afternoon, the group visited a heavy-vehicle enterprise and a cloud-computing and bigdata service provider at the Jinan High-tech Zone, gaining insight into the country's latest developments in heavy and high-tech industries.

Mr Tang and the group arrived yesterday afternoon (July 19) and met with the Standing Committee Member of the CPC Shandong Provincial Committee and Head of the United Front Work Department of the Shandong Provincial Committee, Mr Deng Yunfeng. Mr Tang thanked the provincial and municipal leaders for the importance they attached to the Leaders Forum, as well as their comprehensive support for the itinerary. The meticulous organisation of the visits and routes enabled participants to gain a deep understanding of Shandong's cultural and economic situation, and helped them appreciate the core objectives of national development.

During the next four days, the group will climb one of the five great mountains of China, Taishan Mountain; and visit the Temple of Confucius and the Kong Family Mansion in Qufu, a World Heritage Site, to experience the deep-rooted Confucian culture. The study tour will then proceed to Qingdao to visit the People's Liberation Army Naval Museum, the automated terminal at Qingdao Port and more, to learn more about the country's developments and achievements in different areas.

Mr Tang will return to Hong Kong on July 22. The Under Secretary for Security, Mr Michael Cheuk, will lead the study tour to continue the remaining itinerary on July 23 and 24.

The Security Bureau established the Leaders Forum in October 2022 to deepen participation in youth work. In the following year, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Shenzhen University, and its students were invited to participate in the activities of the Leaders Forum. Later, the Leaders Forum expanded its network by including youth groups of public security forces of Macao, further promoting youth development and cultural exchanges among Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and Macao.

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, yesterday (July 19) led more than 70 members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum, and those from its partners, Shenzhen University and youth groups of public security forces of Macao, to start a six-day study tour to Shandong Province. Photo shows Mr Tang (left) and youth members meeting with the Standing Committee Member of the CPC Shandong Provincial Committee and Head of the United Front Work Department of the Shandong Provincial Committee, Mr Deng Yunfeng (right). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, yesterday (July 19) led more than 70 members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum, and those from its partners, Shenzhen University and youth groups of public security forces of Macao, to start a six-day study tour to Shandong Province. Photo shows Mr Tang (second right) and youth members meeting with the Standing Committee Member of the CPC Shandong Provincial Committee and Head of the United Front Work Department of the Shandong Provincial Committee, Mr Deng Yunfeng (first right). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, today (July 20) led more than 70 members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum, and those from its partners, Shenzhen University and youth groups of public security forces of Macao, to continue with a six-day study tour to Shandong Province. Photo shows Mr Tang (centre) and the study group visiting a heavy-vehicle enterprise at the Jinan High-tech Zone. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, today (July 20) led more than 70 members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum, and those from its partners, Shenzhen University and youth groups of public security forces of Macao, to continue with a six-day study tour to Shandong Province. Photo shows Mr Tang (front row, right) and the study group visiting a heavy-vehicle enterprise at the Jinan High-tech Zone. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, today (July 20) led more than 70 members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum, and those from its partners, Shenzhen University and youth groups of public security forces of Macao, to continue with a six-day study tour to Shandong Province. Photo shows Mr Tang (front row, second right) and the study group touring the Jinan Battle Memorial Hall. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, today (July 20) led more than 70 members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum, and those from its partners, Shenzhen University and youth groups of public security forces of Macao, to continue with a six-day study tour to Shandong Province. Photo shows Mr Tang (front row, first left) and the study group touring the Jinan Battle Memorial Hall. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, today (July 20) led more than 70 members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum, and those from its partners, Shenzhen University and youth groups of public security forces of Macao, to continue with a six-day study tour to Shandong Province. Photo shows members of the study group visiting the special patrol unit of the Jinan Public Security Bureau to learn about its counter-terrorism, anti-riot, and crime-fighting work. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, today (July 20) led more than 70 members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum, and those from its partners, Shenzhen University and youth groups of public security forces of Macao, to continue with a six-day study tour to Shandong Province. Photo shows Mr Tang (front row, third left) and the study group visiting the special patrol unit of the Jinan Public Security Bureau to learn about its counter-terrorism, anti-riot, and crime-fighting work. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Police conduct anti-illegal gambling operation during 2026 FIFA World Cup

Police conducted a territory-wide anti-illegal gambling operation codenamed “CROWBEAK” cum “WINDSHIELD” during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in June and July. During the operation, Police arrested 991 people and seized over $365 million in betting records, as well as over $7.4 million in cash and assets.

During the operation, Police raided 249 premises suspected of being linked to illegal gambling activities and arrested 991 people (645 males and 346 females, aged between 16 and 93) for offences including “engaging in bookmaking”, “promoting or facilitating bookmaking”, “betting with a bookmaker”, “operating illegal gambling establishments”, “dealing with property known or reasonably believed to represent proceeds of an indictable offence” (commonly known as “money laundering”), etc.

Police seized suspected crime proceeds comprising about $3 million in cash and $4.4 million worth of valuables. Additionally, 43 computers and 443 mobile phones suspected of facilitating bookmaking activities were seized. The aggregate value of betting records uncovered in the operation was $365 million.

Moreover, on the education front, Police conducted a series of preventive education campaigns under the theme “Stay Away from Illegal Gambling”, including:

• promoting anti-illegal gambling messages via media and online channels, including producing a promotional video (www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyDaXOZv6TA);

• broadcasting promotional videos, distributing leaflets and displaying posters at entertainment venues and strategic locations in various districts; and

• collaborating closely with the communities, schools, government departments and other organisations to enhance the promotion of anti-illegal gambling messages through various channels.

Police appeal to the public that in accordance with the Gambling Ordinance (Cap. 148), anyone who bets with a bookmaker commits an offence and is liable to a maximum fine of $50,000 and nine months’ imprisonment on conviction. Anyone who engages in bookmaking, or promotes or facilitates bookmaking, commits an offence and is liable to a maximum fine of $5 million and seven years’ imprisonment on conviction. A person would still be liable to the offences even if the gambling website is hosted overseas yet he/she engaged in its operation in Hong Kong.

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