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Sport For All Day 2026 Encourages Residents to Stay Active and Healthy

2026-08-02 17:55 Last Updated At:08-03 18:56

CE takes part in Sport For All Day 2026

The Sport For All Day (SFAD) 2026 was held this afternoon (August 2). The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, took part in the activities held at the prime venue at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being.

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The Acting Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Miss Diane Wong (first right), supported and joined the recreation activities as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Po Kong Village Road Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Acting Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Miss Diane Wong (first right), supported and joined the recreation activities as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Po Kong Village Road Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Smithfield Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Ms Linn (centre) with sports ambassadors, athletes, and other guests at the event. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Smithfield Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Ms Linn (centre) with sports ambassadors, athletes, and other guests at the event. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Smithfield Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Ms Linn (fourth right) at mölkky fun activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Smithfield Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Ms Linn (fourth right) at mölkky fun activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, joined the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at Po Kong Village Road Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Professor Sun (second left) joining a table tennis session. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, joined the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at Po Kong Village Road Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Professor Sun (second left) joining a table tennis session. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Acting Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan, joined the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at the Shek Kip Mei Park Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Mr Chan (first left) joining the table tennis play-in. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Acting Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan, joined the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at the Shek Kip Mei Park Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Mr Chan (first left) joining the table tennis play-in. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa (second right) and Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung (centre), supported and joined the recreation activities as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at the To Kwa Wan Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa (second right) and Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung (centre), supported and joined the recreation activities as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at the To Kwa Wan Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa, and Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung, today (August 2) participated in Sport For All Day 2026 activities at To Kwa Wan Sports Centre. Photo shows Miss Tse (right) and Mr Leung (left) in a pickleball game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa, and Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung, today (August 2) participated in Sport For All Day 2026 activities at To Kwa Wan Sports Centre. Photo shows Miss Tse (right) and Mr Leung (left) in a pickleball game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Dr Sze (third right) taking part in bowling participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Dr Sze (third right) taking part in bowling participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Mr Sun (centre) taking part in bowling participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Mr Sun (centre) taking part in bowling participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Mr Sun (left) and Dr Sze (right), taking part in table tennis participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Mr Sun (left) and Dr Sze (right), taking part in table tennis participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for the Civil Service, Mrs Ingrid Yeung (second left), visited the Harbour Road Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2) to take part in the "Sports for All Day 2026" event and watch an on-site sport stacking demonstration. Sport stacking is an emerging sport that helps improve hand-eye co-ordination and stability. Next to her is the District Officer (Wan Chai), Ms Fanny Cheung (first left). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for the Civil Service, Mrs Ingrid Yeung (second left), visited the Harbour Road Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2) to take part in the "Sports for All Day 2026" event and watch an on-site sport stacking demonstration. Sport stacking is an emerging sport that helps improve hand-eye co-ordination and stability. Next to her is the District Officer (Wan Chai), Ms Fanny Cheung (first left). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, plays floor curling with the public at the Aberdeen Sports Centre today (August 2) as part of the Sport for All Day 2026 to drive home the message of "Stay Active, Healthy and Happy!". Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, plays floor curling with the public at the Aberdeen Sports Centre today (August 2) as part of the Sport for All Day 2026 to drive home the message of "Stay Active, Healthy and Happy!". Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, plays handball with the public at the Aberdeen Sports Centre today (August 2) as part of the Sport for All Day 2026 to drive home the message of "Stay Active, Healthy and Happy!".Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, plays handball with the public at the Aberdeen Sports Centre today (August 2) as part of the Sport for All Day 2026 to drive home the message of "Stay Active, Healthy and Happy!".Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, today (August 2) participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at the Tsuen Wan Sports Centre. Photo shows Mr Yau joining a floor curling session. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, today (August 2) participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at the Tsuen Wan Sports Centre. Photo shows Mr Yau joining a floor curling session. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, attended the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department this afternoon (August 2) at the Ma On Shan Sports Centre to promote the message of regular exercising for health. Photo shows Mr Chan participating in floor curling play-in. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, attended the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department this afternoon (August 2) at the Ma On Shan Sports Centre to promote the message of regular exercising for health. Photo shows Mr Chan participating in floor curling play-in. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, attended the Sport for All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department this afternoon (August 2) at the Ma On Shan Sports Centre to promote the message of regular exercising for health. Photo shows Mr Chan participating in smart bike challenge. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, attended the Sport for All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department this afternoon (August 2) at the Ma On Shan Sports Centre to promote the message of regular exercising for health. Photo shows Mr Chan participating in smart bike challenge. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the games booth of the Festival of Sport organised by the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the games booth of the Festival of Sport organised by the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the skateboarding activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the skateboarding activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the floorball activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the floorball activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual equestrian game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual equestrian game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual football game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual football game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual rowing game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual rowing game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the handball activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the handball activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (second right) participating in a games booth of the Festival of Sport organised by the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (second right) participating in a games booth of the Festival of Sport organised by the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (second left) participating in a handball fun activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (second left) participating in a handball fun activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first left) participating in a handball fun activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first left) participating in a handball fun activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first left) and other guests watching a virtual rowing demonstration Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first left) and other guests watching a virtual rowing demonstration Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first right) and other guests watching a wushu performance. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first right) and other guests watching a wushu performance. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day (SFAD) 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows (from fifth left) the Commissioner for Sports, Mr George Tsoi; the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law; Mr Lee; the Chairman of the Community Sports Committee, Professor Patrick Yung; the Chairman of Major Sports Events Committee, Mr Wilfred Ng; the Director of Leisure and Cultural Services, Ms Manda Chan; the Deputy Director of Leisure and Cultural Services (Leisure Services), Miss Winnie Chui, and other guests in front of a display board of the SFAD 2026. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day (SFAD) 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows (from fifth left) the Commissioner for Sports, Mr George Tsoi; the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law; Mr Lee; the Chairman of the Community Sports Committee, Professor Patrick Yung; the Chairman of Major Sports Events Committee, Mr Wilfred Ng; the Director of Leisure and Cultural Services, Ms Manda Chan; the Deputy Director of Leisure and Cultural Services (Leisure Services), Miss Winnie Chui, and other guests in front of a display board of the SFAD 2026. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

With the 20th Asian Games to be held this September, SFAD 2026 was themed "Asian Games in Motion, City in Action", cheering for the Hong Kong athletes participating in the Games.

Joining Mr Lee at the event were the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law; the Commissioner for Sports, Mr George Tsoi; the Chairman of the Community Sports Committee, Professor Patrick Yung; the Chairman of the Major Sports Events Committee, Mr Wilfred Ng; the Director of Leisure and Cultural Services, Ms Manda Chan; the Deputy Director of Leisure and Cultural Services (Leisure Services), Miss Winnie Chui; the District Officer (Yau Tsim Mong), Mr Eric Lee; wushu athlete Juanita Mok; and swimming athlete Adam Mak.

Participating guests enjoyed the wushu performances, the fitness exercise and skateboarding illustrations, virtual football, equestrian and rowing, as well as the handball and floorball fun activities. They also visited the games booth of the Festival of Sport organised by the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China (SF&OC).

Thirteen Principal Officials also showed support to SFAD 2026. The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki; the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung; the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau; the Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau; the Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn; the Secretary for the Civil Service, Mrs Ingrid Yeung, the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong; the Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun; the Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa; the Acting Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan; the Acting Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Miss Diane Wong; the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai; and the Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung, joined the leisure activities at the sports centres in various districts, enjoying the fun of sports and welcoming the Asian Games together with members of the public.

The Leisure and Cultural Services Department organises the SFAD every August. This year, leisure facilities were, for the first time, open for free public use for two consecutive days on August 1 and 2. Echoing the event, the SF&OC today held the "69th Festival of Sport - Sport for All Experience Day" at DPARK, Tsuen Wan. A number of supporting organisations also opened their facilities or rolled out leisure programmes for the public free of charge yesterday (August 1) and today.

The SFAD 2026 was co-organised with the SF&OC, the Department of Health, the Sports Medicine Team of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the Sports Medicine and Health Science Alumni Association of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong, China and the Sports Association for the Physically Disabled of Hong Kong, China.

The Acting Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Miss Diane Wong (first right), supported and joined the recreation activities as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Po Kong Village Road Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Acting Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Miss Diane Wong (first right), supported and joined the recreation activities as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Po Kong Village Road Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Smithfield Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Ms Linn (centre) with sports ambassadors, athletes, and other guests at the event. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Smithfield Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Ms Linn (centre) with sports ambassadors, athletes, and other guests at the event. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Smithfield Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Ms Linn (fourth right) at mölkky fun activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Smithfield Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Ms Linn (fourth right) at mölkky fun activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, joined the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at Po Kong Village Road Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Professor Sun (second left) joining a table tennis session. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, joined the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at Po Kong Village Road Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Professor Sun (second left) joining a table tennis session. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Acting Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan, joined the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at the Shek Kip Mei Park Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Mr Chan (first left) joining the table tennis play-in. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Acting Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph Chan, joined the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at the Shek Kip Mei Park Sports Centre today (August 2). Photo shows Mr Chan (first left) joining the table tennis play-in. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa (second right) and Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung (centre), supported and joined the recreation activities as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at the To Kwa Wan Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa (second right) and Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung (centre), supported and joined the recreation activities as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at the To Kwa Wan Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa, and Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung, today (August 2) participated in Sport For All Day 2026 activities at To Kwa Wan Sports Centre. Photo shows Miss Tse (right) and Mr Leung (left) in a pickleball game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Miss Janice Tse Siu-wa, and Acting Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr Clarence Leung, today (August 2) participated in Sport For All Day 2026 activities at To Kwa Wan Sports Centre. Photo shows Miss Tse (right) and Mr Leung (left) in a pickleball game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Dr Sze (third right) taking part in bowling participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Dr Sze (third right) taking part in bowling participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Mr Sun (centre) taking part in bowling participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Mr Sun (centre) taking part in bowling participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Mr Sun (left) and Dr Sze (right), taking part in table tennis participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Mr Chris Sun, and the Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the public for sports and recreation programmes at Choi Wing Road Sports Centre in Kwun Tong this afternoon (August 2) as part of the Sport For All Day 2026 organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Photo shows Mr Sun (left) and Dr Sze (right), taking part in table tennis participation activities. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for the Civil Service, Mrs Ingrid Yeung (second left), visited the Harbour Road Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2) to take part in the "Sports for All Day 2026" event and watch an on-site sport stacking demonstration. Sport stacking is an emerging sport that helps improve hand-eye co-ordination and stability. Next to her is the District Officer (Wan Chai), Ms Fanny Cheung (first left). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for the Civil Service, Mrs Ingrid Yeung (second left), visited the Harbour Road Sports Centre this afternoon (August 2) to take part in the "Sports for All Day 2026" event and watch an on-site sport stacking demonstration. Sport stacking is an emerging sport that helps improve hand-eye co-ordination and stability. Next to her is the District Officer (Wan Chai), Ms Fanny Cheung (first left). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, plays floor curling with the public at the Aberdeen Sports Centre today (August 2) as part of the Sport for All Day 2026 to drive home the message of "Stay Active, Healthy and Happy!". Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, plays floor curling with the public at the Aberdeen Sports Centre today (August 2) as part of the Sport for All Day 2026 to drive home the message of "Stay Active, Healthy and Happy!". Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, plays handball with the public at the Aberdeen Sports Centre today (August 2) as part of the Sport for All Day 2026 to drive home the message of "Stay Active, Healthy and Happy!".Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, plays handball with the public at the Aberdeen Sports Centre today (August 2) as part of the Sport for All Day 2026 to drive home the message of "Stay Active, Healthy and Happy!".Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, today (August 2) participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at the Tsuen Wan Sports Centre. Photo shows Mr Yau joining a floor curling session. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, today (August 2) participated in the Sport For All Day 2026 activities at the Tsuen Wan Sports Centre. Photo shows Mr Yau joining a floor curling session. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, attended the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department this afternoon (August 2) at the Ma On Shan Sports Centre to promote the message of regular exercising for health. Photo shows Mr Chan participating in floor curling play-in. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, attended the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department this afternoon (August 2) at the Ma On Shan Sports Centre to promote the message of regular exercising for health. Photo shows Mr Chan participating in floor curling play-in. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, attended the Sport for All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department this afternoon (August 2) at the Ma On Shan Sports Centre to promote the message of regular exercising for health. Photo shows Mr Chan participating in smart bike challenge. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, attended the Sport for All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department this afternoon (August 2) at the Ma On Shan Sports Centre to promote the message of regular exercising for health. Photo shows Mr Chan participating in smart bike challenge. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the games booth of the Festival of Sport organised by the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the games booth of the Festival of Sport organised by the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the skateboarding activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the skateboarding activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the floorball activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the floorball activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual equestrian game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual equestrian game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual football game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual football game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual rowing game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the virtual rowing game. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the handball activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Sport For All Day 2026 was held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department today (August 2) with free recreation and sports programmes at designated sports centres in 18 districts for the public to join. Photo shows members of the public taking part in the handball activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (second right) participating in a games booth of the Festival of Sport organised by the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (second right) participating in a games booth of the Festival of Sport organised by the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (second left) participating in a handball fun activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (second left) participating in a handball fun activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first left) participating in a handball fun activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first left) participating in a handball fun activity. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first left) and other guests watching a virtual rowing demonstration Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first left) and other guests watching a virtual rowing demonstration Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first right) and other guests watching a wushu performance. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows Mr Lee (first right) and other guests watching a wushu performance. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day (SFAD) 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows (from fifth left) the Commissioner for Sports, Mr George Tsoi; the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law; Mr Lee; the Chairman of the Community Sports Committee, Professor Patrick Yung; the Chairman of Major Sports Events Committee, Mr Wilfred Ng; the Director of Leisure and Cultural Services, Ms Manda Chan; the Deputy Director of Leisure and Cultural Services (Leisure Services), Miss Winnie Chui, and other guests in front of a display board of the SFAD 2026. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, this afternoon (August 2) attended the activities held at the prime venue of the Sport For All Day (SFAD) 2026 held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department at Kowloon Park Sports Centre, conveying to the public the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental well-being. Photo shows (from fifth left) the Commissioner for Sports, Mr George Tsoi; the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law; Mr Lee; the Chairman of the Community Sports Committee, Professor Patrick Yung; the Chairman of Major Sports Events Committee, Mr Wilfred Ng; the Director of Leisure and Cultural Services, Ms Manda Chan; the Deputy Director of Leisure and Cultural Services (Leisure Services), Miss Winnie Chui, and other guests in front of a display board of the SFAD 2026. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Speech by DSJ at forum on "Legal and Professional Services Empowering Chinese Enterprises to Enter into Kazakhstan"

Following is the speech by the Deputy Secretary for Justice, Dr Cheung Kwok-kwan, at a forum on "Legal and Professional Services Empowering Chinese Enterprises to Enter into Kazakhstan" organised by the Asia Pacific Law Association today (August 7):

Dr Phyllis Kwong (President of the Asia Pacific Law Association), Consul General Mr Dosmanbetov (Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Hong Kong, Mr Bauyrzhan Dosmanbetov), (Deputy Secretary-General of the China Overseas Development Association, Ms Liu Jianqing), distinguished speakers, guests, ladies and gentlemen,

Good afternoon. It is a great pleasure to join today's forum organised by the Asia Pacific Law Association.

In June, I had the privilege of joining a highly fruitful delegation led by the Chief Executive to Kazakhstan in my capacity as the Deputy Secretary for Justice as well as the Chairman of the Expert Committee on Professional Services for Going Global.

That visit reinforced a clear message: Hong Kong is a natural and indispensable partner not only for Kazakhstan's development, but also for Chinese Mainland enterprises seeking to expand into Kazakhstan and beyond. I would like to share some of my observations.

Opportunities in Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan, the largest country in Central Asia, sits at the strategic crossroads of Europe and Asia. Its economy momentum is remarkable - with growth of 6.5 per cent in 2025 and projected to hold steady at 4.8 per cent in 2026. As a global heavyweight in energy fuels and critical minerals, and a vital node of the Belt and Road Initiative, Kazakhstan is not just opening its markets, but undergoing profound economic transformation.

Its young and tech-savvy population is driving unprecedented demand for digital services, modern infrastructure, and sophisticated financial products. This creates a fertile ground for partnership.

I am certain that the Consul General will share more on Kazakhstan's latest development in a minute.

Hong Kong's Unique "Hub-to-Hub" Role

Let me now focus on how Hong Kong serves as the ideal "hub" to connect with Kazakhstan's growing "hub" - a "hub-to-hub" collaboration as remarked by the Chief Executive in our recent visit.

Under the "one country, two systems" principle, Hong Kong is more than a gateway. We are the active catalyst.

Hong Kong as the Premier Financial Hub

First, let's consider our financial market. In the first quarter of 2026, our stock market ranked first globally in IPO (initial public offering) funds raised. This liquidity is matched by a deep and robust bond market, evidenced by the Development Bank of Kazakhstan's issuance of Renminbi "dim sum" bonds in Hong Kong.

We serve as a deal-making bridge connecting Kazakh capital with high-growth Mainland sectors. This is essential for pre-IPO financing through which Chinese businesses' capital base would be diversified while enriching Kazakh financial industry's investment portfolio.

On capital market listings, we facilitate dual access. Last year, we welcomed the first simultaneous dual listing on the Hong Kong and Astana exchanges of a Mainland mining firm. By tapping into investor bases simultaneously, the company was able to raise more funds than it could have through a single listing.

Meanwhile, Kazakhstan's national railway company wholly-owned by its sovereign wealth fund has recently submitted its listing application to the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong. This showcases how Hong Kong also acts as the premier gateway for Kazakh state-owned enterprises seeking international expansion and funding.

The Common Law Advantage

Behind every successful transaction lies a solid legal foundation. The Astana International Financial Centre in Kazakhstan has established a special jurisdiction operating under common law principles. This mutual legal grounding in common law gives Hong Kong a distinctive edge in safeguarding cross-border transactions with predictability.

First, on investment infrastructure. Complex and multi-jurisdictional Belt and Road projects require sophisticated legal engineering with expertise in cross-border regulatory landscape. Hong Kong lawyers, with rich experience and a wide network, navigate the intersection of common law, international regulations, and Chinese corporate governance to ensure the projects' sustainability.

Second, on dispute resolution. Hong Kong offers a regulatory framework that delivers the certainty and effectiveness for cross-border dispute resolution. We have established a comprehensive mutual legal assistance network with the Chinese Mainland, enabling distinctive advantages no other jurisdiction could match, including in mutual enforcement of civil and commercial judgments and interim measures for arbitral proceedings.

Our Judiciary is setting up the Hong Kong International Commercial Court (HKICC), a specialist division of the High Court, to adjudicate complex, high-value international and cross-border commercial disputes. The HKICC, together with the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre and the International Organization for Mediation headquartered in Hong Kong, will provide businesses with a comprehensive range of dispute resolution options.

Our Initiatives

Now that you have a clearer picture of how Hong Kong's world-leading financial market with quality professional services could assist businesses to seize Kazakh opportunities. The next question is: how to find your suitable advisors?

To strengthen the connection between enterprises and Hong Kong's professional services, the Department of Justice (DoJ) has launched several new initiatives.

We have been leading mission trips to the Chinese Mainland and beyond, directly linking Hong Kong's legal and other professionals with enterprises seeking to go global. These are not just networking events but matchmaking platforms for concrete business needs.

This April, the DoJ published the Panel List of Hong Kong Legal Service Providers Supporting "Go Global", detailing their practice areas, such as capital markets, taxation, etc, and the industries they have assisted.

We have also compiled two collections of success stories, showcasing the track record of Hong Kong's legal, accounting, financial and business consultancy services.

With these tools, businesses could appreciate in practical terms the value our professional services could create, backing their full business cycle.

Ladies and gentlemen, the distinctive advantages of Hong Kong's financial and legal infrastructures position us to play a pivotal role in supporting closer collaboration with Kazakhstan. I look forward to working together with you to build better partnerships among Chinese Mainland enterprises, Hong Kong and Kazakhstan. I wish today's event a huge success. Thank you very much.

The Deputy Secretary for Justice, Dr Cheung Kwok-kwan, speaks at a forum on "Legal and Professional Services Empowering Chinese Enterprises to Enter into Kazakhstan" organised by the Asia Pacific Law Association today (August 7). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Deputy Secretary for Justice, Dr Cheung Kwok-kwan, speaks at a forum on "Legal and Professional Services Empowering Chinese Enterprises to Enter into Kazakhstan" organised by the Asia Pacific Law Association today (August 7). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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