JPC Summer Camp 2026 Opens, Strengthening Members' Teamwork and Leadership Skills

Opening ceremony of JPC Summer Camp 2026 held today

The Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing; the Secretary for Security cum Junior Police Call (JPC) Honorary Chief President, Mr Tang Ping-keung; the Commissioner of Police cum JPC Honorary Deputy Chief President, Mr Chow Yat-ming; and the Assistant Commissioner of Police (Public Relations) cum Chairperson of the JPC Central Advisory Board, Mr Chan Sze-tat, today (August 18) officiated at the opening ceremony of the JPC Summer Camp 2026 at the JPC Permanent Activity Centre in Pat Heung.

Addressing the ceremony, Mr Tang said that the JPC has nurtured generations of young leaders for Hong Kong over the past 50-odd years, instilling in them a sense of social responsibility and proper values. He expressed gratitude to schools, parents, the JPC Central Advisory Board, honorary presidents from various districts and all partners for their support for the JPC.

Mr Tang encouraged participants to master three key roles as JPC members through the summer camp activities, namely, "anti-scam experts" – to acquire anti-scam knowledge and heighten their awareness of technology crimes through card games; "anti-drug ambassadors" – to say "no" to drugs and safeguard themselves and people around them; and "national security pioneers" – to deepen their understanding of national security and promote the message that safeguarding national security is everyone's responsibility.

He said that this year marks the beginning of the National 15th Five-Year Plan and that the country's development creates boundless opportunities for young people. Citing the example of Dr Lai Ka-ying, Hong Kong's first payload expert participating in the Shenzhou-23 manned spaceflight mission, Mr Tang encouraged JPC members to seize opportunities, pursue their dreams with courage, and contribute to the country and Hong Kong in different capacities in the future.

The annual JPC Summer Camp lasts four days and three nights. More than 200 members are taking part this year. Under the theme "Exploring a New Chapter", the camp features diversified activities and training, including competitions incorporated with policing knowledge and investigative elements, as well as adventure-based exercises, with an aim of supporting young participants to achieve breakthroughs and grow, drawing their attention to anti-drug and anti-crime messages, and providing them with positive education to strengthen their teamwork and leadership skills.

The opening ceremony of the Junior Police Call (JPC) Summer Camp 2026 was held today (August 18). Photo shows the Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing (front row, second right); the Secretary for Security cum JPC Honorary Chief President, Mr Tang Ping-keung (front row, first right), the Commissioner of Police cum JPC Honorary Deputy Chief President, Mr Chow Yat-ming (front row, second left), and the Police Community Relations Honorary Advisor, Dr Chu Chun-ho (front row, first left) in a group photo with JPC members after taking part in the CyberDefenders’ Alliance Card Game on anti-scam education. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The opening ceremony of the Junior Police Call (JPC) Summer Camp 2026 was held today (August 18). Photo shows the Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing (front row, centre); the Secretary for Security cum JPC Honorary Chief President, Mr Tang Ping-keung (front row, second right), the Commissioner of Police cum JPC Honorary Deputy Chief President, Mr Chow Yat-ming (second row, third left), in a group photo with JPC members taking part in an adventure-based exercise. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The opening ceremony of the Junior Police Call (JPC) Summer Camp 2026 was held today (August 18). Photo shows the Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing (third left), taking part in the CyberDefenders’ Alliance Card Game with JPC members to promote anti-scam messages. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Security cum Junior Police Call (JPC) Honorary Chief President, Mr Tang Ping-keung, delivers a speech at the opening ceremony of the JPC Summer Camp 2026 today (August 18). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing (second left); the Secretary for Security cum Junior Police Call (JPC) Honorary Chief President, Mr Tang Ping-keung (second right); the Commissioner of Police cum JPC Honorary Deputy Chief President, Mr Chow Yat-ming (first left); and the Assistant Commissioner of Police (Public Relations) cum Chairperson of the JPC Central Advisory Board, Mr Chan Sze-tat (first right), officiated at the opening ceremony of the JPC Summer Camp 2026 today (August 18). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects drug trafficking case involving incoming passengers at airport

Hong Kong Customs detected a drug trafficking case involving passengers at Hong Kong International Airport yesterday (October 10), and seized about 5 kilograms of suspected cannabis buds, with an estimated market value of about $1 million. Two persons were arrested.

A 59-year-old Mainland male passenger arrived in Hong Kong from Manila, the Philippines, yesterday. During customs clearance, Customs officers found the batch of suspected cannabis buds concealed in a check-in suitcase, in his possession. The man was then arrested. After investigations, Customs officers arrested a 58-year-old Mainland male passenger who also arrived in Hong Kong from Manila, the Philippines, yesterday, and was suspected to be connected with the case.

The two arrested men have been jointly charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug. The case will be brought up at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts tomorrow (October 12).

Customs will continue to step up enforcement against drug trafficking activities through intelligence analysis. The department also reminds members of the public to stay alert and not to participate in drug trafficking activities for monetary return. They must not accept hiring or delegation from another party to carry controlled items into and out of Hong Kong. They are also reminded not to carry unknown items for other people.

Customs will also continue to apply a risk assessment approach and focus on selecting passengers from high-risk regions for clearance to combat transnational drug trafficking activities.

Under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, trafficking in a dangerous drug is a serious offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $5 million and life imprisonment.

Members of the public may report any suspected drug trafficking activities to Customs' 24-hour hotline 182 8080 or its dedicated crime-reporting email account (crimereport@customs.gov.hk) or online form (eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002).

Hong Kong Customs detected a drug trafficking case involving passengers at Hong Kong International Airport yesterday (October 10), and seized about 5 kilograms of suspected cannabis buds, with an estimated market value of about $1 million. Two persons were arrested. Photo shows the suspected cannabis buds seized. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases