Speech by SITI at Opening Ceremony of AI x Cybersecurity Challenge Final Round
Following is the speech by the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, at the Opening Ceremony of AI x Cybersecurity Challenge Final Round today (August 23):
(Director-general of the general office of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), Mr Li Shuguang), (Director-Generalof Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies, Mr Wang Jiang), (Deputy Director of the Cyberspace Administration of Guangdong Province, Mr Wang Minwei), Daniel (Acting Commissioner for Digital Policy, Mr Daniel Cheung), Rocky (President of Hong Kong Cybersecurity Professional Association, Dr Rocky Cheng), (Director and Chief Executive Officer of China Mobile Hong Kong, Ms Shi Xiaoping), Duncan (member of the Legislative Council (Technology and Innovation Constituency) Mr Duncan Chiu), Francis (Commissioner of Critical Infrastructure (Computer-system Security), Mr Francis Chan), distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,
Good morning everyone. I am delighted to join you all today for the final round of the inaugural "AI x Cybersecurity Challenge".
This competition received 290 entries spanning the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and overseas. All of them have demonstrated technical excellence and dedication to safeguarding our digital future. May I extend my warmest congratulations to the 40 finalist teams here today, and my gratitude to the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies, the Hong Kong Cybersecurity Professional Association, China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited, and all co-organisers for joining hands with our Digital Policy Office to build this platform. This has brought together academia, industry professionals and young talents to advance cybersecurity in this AI-driven era.
In today's interconnected world, AI is reshaping every aspect of our life at a breathtaking speed. Although innovation may at times bring new threats, these same technologies can also spur our defensive capabilities. This is why we champion an "AI versus AI" strategy, leveraging AI to forge our strongest shields to effectively manage risks associated with the use of AI.
Today's competition challenges participants to identify vulnerabilities in simulated environments using AI. Beyond testing these cutting-edge capabilities, the event serves as a platform for cross-region professional exchanges. Cyber threats recognise no borders, so neither should our collaboration. By exchanging our knowledge and working hand in hand, we multiply our strengths and build collective resilience that benefits everyone.
At the same time, the Hong Kong SAR Government is continuously strengthening our policies, guidelines and ethical frameworks, as well as conducting regular cyber-attack-and-defence drills to better prepare for cybersecurity readiness. Through multi-pronged efforts, we hope to guide society to apply AI responsibly, foster a healthy ecosystem, and strengthen our city-wide resilience in face of cyber attacks.
To all our contestants here today, I encourage you to continue harnessing new technologies for cybersecurity, and to always innovate with responsibility. May the skills and insights you gain here empower you as you step into the role of tomorrow's cybersecurity guardians.
I wish today's competition a great success, and all the teams perform at your very best.
The Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, addresses the Opening Ceremony of AI x Cybersecurity Challenge Final Round today (August 23). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Speech by CS at Carnival of Care and Harmony
Following is the speech by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, at the Carnival of Care and Harmony today (August 23):
Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,
Good afternoon. It is a great pleasure to join you today at this Carnival of Care and Harmony.
This warm and vibrant gathering reminds me of everything that makes Hong Kong a truly multicultural metropolis - its energy, its openness and its spirit that welcomes everyone. For generations, people of diverse ethnic backgrounds have called this city home.
Yet we recognise that while Hong Kong belongs to everyone, our friends from non-ethnic Chinese communities may still encounter challenges in their daily lives, whether language barriers, cultural differences or simply for not always being fully understood. That is why we are committed to taking action.
Government bureaux and departments are dedicated to providing a wide range of support services to help ethnic minorities integrate more fully into society and realise their potential so that Hong Kong can truly become a home for all.
Since assuming office, the current-term Government has been steadily enhancing these services and introducing new initiatives to support our multi-ethnic communities.
In 2024, for example, we established two additional Support Service Centres, bringing the total to 10. These centres are strategically located in districts with larger ethnic minority populations. They run many programmes and activities to help community members engage more deeply with Hong Kong life.
To enhance services, we have also set up "Ethnic Minority Care Teams" within each Support Service Centre. Each team is led by a social worker, supported by programme workers and volunteers who are familiar with the languages and cultures of the communities they serve.
Through proactive outreach - including home visits and community activities - they connect with ethnic minorities in need, assisting with everyday challenges and providing timely support during emergencies or unexpected incidents. During typhoons, for example, these teams share weather updates through their community networks, accompany those in need to temporary shelters and check on elderly individuals living alone to ensure they receive proper care.
In just over two years, these teams have reached some 18 000 ethnic minority households. That is real impact.
Moreover, as announced in last year's Policy Address, each Support Service Centre has now established a "Youth Network" and a "Women's Network".
The Youth Network offers a platform for young people to connect with one another and with the wider community, including through exchange visits to the Chinese Mainland, which deepen their understanding of Chinese history and culture.
The Women's Network, meanwhile, aims to encourage social inclusion and encourage greater community participation among ethnic minority women.
Looking ahead, we will continue our efforts to support our non-ethnic Chinese friends to better integrate into our society and create more opportunities for everyone.
I wish you all a very enjoyable carnival and a fruitful afternoon of information sharing, performances, fun and games!
Let us join hands and build an even more caring and harmonious Hong Kong.
Now, I would like to say a few words in Cantonese.
(Please also refer to the Chinese portion of the speech.)
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Speech by CS at Carnival of Care and Harmony Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Speech by CS at Carnival of Care and Harmony Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Speech by CS at Carnival of Care and Harmony Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Speech by CS at Carnival of Care and Harmony Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
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