SCST expresses condolences over passing of Lau Siu-ming
The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, expressed sorrow over the passing of veteran Hong Kong actor and dancer Lau Siu-ming, and extended her condolences to his family.
The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, Photo source: reference image
Mr Lau was a distinguished figure in Hong Kong's performing arts sector. He began his career as a dancer, actively performing on stage in his early years, and later transitioned into television and film, where he appeared in numerous popular productions beloved by audience. His nuanced acting and versatile image left a precious artistic legacy in Hong Kong's film and television culture. In 2007, he was conferred Honorary Fellowship of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts in recognition of his contributions to the performing arts sector.
Beyond his artistic achievements, Mr Lau was also dedicated to promoting local cultural and artistic development. He was the founder and advisor of several dance and arts groups, and served as a member of the "Art Form Panel (Dance and Multi-arts)" under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, offering valuable advice on nurturing new artistic talent and expanding audience. His professionalism and passion made significant contributions to the sustainable development of Hong Kong's cultural sector.
Miss Law said, "Ming Sir devoted his life to dance and the performing arts. His talent and dedication will always be remembered. We deeply mourn his passing and pay the highest tribute to his outstanding artistic achievements."
The veteran Hong Kong actor and dancer Lau Siu-ming, Photo source: reference image
Hong Kong Customs seizes dried shark fins of suspected scheduled endangered species
Hong Kong Customs yesterday (November 7) seized about 31 kilograms of suspected scheduled dried shark fins of endangered species, with an estimated market value of about $130,000, at Hong Kong International Airport.
A 51-year-old Mainland female passenger arrived in Hong Kong from Brazil via Ethiopia yesterday. She was intercepted for customs clearance at the arrivals hall of the airport. Customs officers found the batch of suspected scheduled dried shark fins inside her check-in baggage. Upon inspection by officers of the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD), the batch of dried shark fins was suspected to be from endangered species listed in the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, and regulated under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586) in Hong Kong. The woman was subsequently arrested by the Customs officers. The case was handed over to the AFCD for follow-up investigation.
The arrested woman has been charged by the AFCD with one count of illegal import of an Appendix II species.
Under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance, any person importing, exporting or possessing specimens of endangered species not in accordance with the Ordinance commits an offence and will be liable to a maximum fine of $10 million and imprisonment for 10 years upon conviction with the specimens forfeited.
Members of the public may report any suspected smuggling 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 seizes dried shark fins of suspected scheduled endangered species Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
