Hong Kong Customs detects two incoming passenger drug trafficking cases at airport
Hong Kong Customs yesterday (August 25) detected two drug trafficking cases involving passengers at Hong Kong International Airport and seized about 38 kilograms of suspected ketamine, with a total estimated market value of about 15 million. Three persons were arrested.
In the first case, a 51-year-old local woman and a 26-year-old local man, arrived in Hong Kong from Rome, Italy yesterday. During customs clearance, Customs officers found a batch of suspected ketamine weighing about 36 kg inside their check-in suitcases. The two persons were subsequently arrested.
In the second case, a 40-year-old Mainland male passenger arrived in Hong Kong from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia yesterday. During customs clearance, Customs officers found about 2 kg of suspected ketamine inside the false compartment of his checked-in suitcase. He was subsequently arrested.
The two arrested persons in the first case have been jointly charged with one count of trafficking in dangerous drug, while the arrested man in the second case has been charged with one count of trafficking in dangerous drug. Both cases will be brought up at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts tomorrow (August 27).
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 yesterday (August 25) detected two drug trafficking cases involving passengers at Hong Kong International Airport and seized about 38 kilograms of suspected ketamine, with a total estimated market value of about 15 million. Three persons were arrested. Photo shows the arrested person in the second case. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Customs yesterday (August 25) detected two drug trafficking cases involving passengers at Hong Kong International Airport and seized about 38 kilograms of suspected ketamine, with a total estimated market value of about 15 million. Three persons were arrested. Photo shows the suspected ketamine seized in the second case. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Customs yesterday (August 25) detected two drug trafficking cases involving passengers at Hong Kong International Airport and seized about 38 kilograms of suspected ketamine, with a total estimated market value of about 15 million. Three persons were arrested. Photo shows the suspected ketamine seized in the first case. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes
The three-day "Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026", jointly organised by the Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau (CSTCB) of the Hong Kong Police Force, the Digital Policy Office (DPO), the Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited, and the Hong Kong Cyber Security Professionals Association, concluded successfully today (August 26). Featuring cyber attack and defence training, and competition for cyber security practitioners, this event aims to enhance industry readiness and promote cross-sector synergy to fully fortify Hong Kong's cybersecurity.
Tailored specifically for the industry, the training course covers common cyber attacks and defence techniques, and features an agentic artificial intelligence module to help participants understand the latest defence strategies and risk management, while preparing them for cybersecurity safeguarding in upcoming large-scale events. At the same time, the competition also brings together industry and academic elites to compete, comprehensively testing their crisis management and incident response capabilities.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Chief Superintendent of the CSTCB, Mr Lam Cheuk-ho, said that the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to unprecedented cybersecurity risks and governance challenges, especially with criminals utilising AI to launch cyberattacks. Consequently, the industry must adapt dynamically by refining technology governance strategies and proactive defence mechanisms. This training helps enhance the industry's response capabilities and ensure the cybersecurity levels of organisations.
Acting Deputy Commissioner (Digital Infrastructure) of the DPO, Ms Cari Wu, said that cybersecurity serves as the solid cornerstone for advancing the digital economy and smart-city development. To build a robust digital defence line while balancing security and development, talent is an indispensable element. The DPO will continue to work closely with industry partners to establish a comprehensive talent-development ecosystem.
The event successfully attracted over 100 organisations and a total of 200 industry professionals to participate in the attack-and-defence training. The competition also attracted more than 660 teams, involving a total of 1,500 talented participants from industry and academia. It is believed that these efforts will deepen cross-sector collaboration and fully enhance Hong Kong’s overall cybersecurity defence capabilities.
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
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Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Cyber Attack and Defence Elite Training cum Tournament 2026 successfully concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Source: AI-found images
