LegCo Members Discuss National Affairs and Future Governance in Beijing Meeting with Central Authorities

Director of Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee and Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of State Council Mr Xia Baolong holds discussion and exchanges views with all participants of LegCo National Affairs Study Visit

The following is issued on behalf of the Legislative Council Secretariat:

The Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, Mr Xia Baolong, held a discussion and exchanged views with Legislative Council (LegCo) Members on the National Affairs Study Visit in the Hong Kong Hall of the Great Hall of the People yesterday (July 24).

During the discussion, Members shared their reflections on the Study Visit enthusiastically. They also expressed their views on discharging their duties, the latest economic development and social situation in Hong Kong, innovation and technology, and more.

Mr Xia affirmed the work of LegCo. He encouraged Members to step up their learning, strengthen unity and keep fulfilling their duties with diligence. Mr Xia stressed that the Central Authorities will continue to fully, faithfully and resolutely implement "one country, two systems", and that policy will not change. In this new era, LegCo must assume a greater role to support the Chief Executive and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government in administering Hong Kong in accordance with the law, so as to enhance governance efficacy of the HKSAR, inject new impetus for the city's growth, and tackle the most imminent concerns of the people.

During the discussion, LegCo President, Dr Starry Lee, pointed out that all Members have gained a lot through systematic learning about the country's development concepts and the institution of state governance. Dr Lee said, "We must establish a holistic outlook, think outside the box, and consider issues from the overall interests of the country and Hong Kong." She added that, in the face of the major opportunities brought by the National 15th Five-Year Plan and Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan, LegCo must proactively align with these developments. Members should also continuously enrich their knowledge and enhance the capabilities of research and inspection to ensure that all bills scrutinised and policy recommendations made by Members can stand the test of time and practice.

Yesterday morning, Members attended the closing ceremony of the National Affairs Study Visit at the National Academy of Governance. The Deputy Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, Mr Zhou Ji, attended and presented the certificates of completion to representatives of Members.

LegCo has concluded its Study Visit programme in Beijing. Members will depart for Hong Kong today (July 25) morning.

Click here to watch the video highlight of yesterday's Study Visit.

Director of Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee and Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of State Council Mr Xia Baolong holds discussion and exchanges views with all participants of LegCo National Affairs Study Visit Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Director of Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee and Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of State Council Mr Xia Baolong holds discussion and exchanges views with all participants of LegCo National Affairs Study Visit Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Director of Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee and Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of State Council Mr Xia Baolong holds discussion and exchanges views with all participants of LegCo National Affairs Study Visit Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Director of Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee and Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of State Council Mr Xia Baolong holds discussion and exchanges views with all participants of LegCo National Affairs Study Visit Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Director of Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee and Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of State Council Mr Xia Baolong holds discussion and exchanges views with all participants of LegCo National Affairs Study Visit Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Director of Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of CPC Central Committee and Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of State Council Mr Xia Baolong holds discussion and exchanges views with all participants of LegCo National Affairs Study Visit Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CFS urges public not to consume batch of powdered infant formula found with lead possibly exceeding limit

The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department today (July 25) urged the public not to consume a batch of powdered infant formula, as the product was found by the Macao authority with lead possibly exceeding its permissible levels. The trade should stop using or selling the affected batch of the product immediately if they possess it.

Product details are as follows:

Product name: Frisolac Prestige Stage 1 Infant Formula (800g)

Brand: FRISO PRESTIGE

Place of origin: Netherlands

Net weight: 800 grams

Best-before date: September 30, 2027

Batch number: 1W07KPJ

Importer: FrieslandCampina (Hong Kong) Ltd

A spokesman for the CFS said, "The CFS noted a press release issued by the Macao authority this afternoon that the above-mentioned powdered infant formula was detected with lead content exceeding its permissible levels, while no abnormalities have been found in other batches of the relevant powdered infant formula so far. The CFS immediately followed up on the incident and contacted the importer concerned. Preliminary investigation by the CFS confirmed that the above-mentioned importer had imported the affected batch of the product into Hong Kong. The importer concerned has also arranged testing on two samples of the same batch, and the results showed that they complied with the standards of Hong Kong and Macao. For the sake of prudence, the importer concerned has already stopped sales and removed the affected product from shelves, and the CFS has instructed the importer to initiate a recall of the affected batch of product. Members of the public may call the distributor's hotline at 2280 4731 during office hours for enquiries about the recall."

The spokesman added that the CFS is stepping up the surveillance of powdered infant and young children formula in the market and will continue to closely monitor the recall of the related product to fully safeguard food safety.

The CFS has been collecting powdered infant and young children formula samples from local retail outlets for testing under its routine Food Surveillance Programme to safeguard the health and food safety of infants and young children. From 2023 to June 2026, the CFS has collected over 2 000 powdered infant and young children formula samples from the market for chemical and microbiological testing, including lead content tests. No unsatisfactory samples for lead content were found. The spokesman added that long term excessive exposure to lead in children can lead to neurological impairment and affect brain development.

The CFS urged members of the public not to let infants and young children consume the affected batch of the product, and to seek medical treatment for infants or young children who felt unwell after taking the product concerned. The trade should also stop using or selling the affected batch of the product immediately. The CFS has alerted the trade and relevant departments to the incident, and will continue to follow up on the incident and take appropriate action.

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