Public Tours Huanggang Port Ahead of Grand Opening, Experiences New Facilities and Collaborative Inspection System

Security Bureau holds Huanggang Port community experience day

In anticipation of the upcoming opening of the redeveloped Huanggang Port, the Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Participants used the public transport services connecting to the port and facilities inside the port building, and learned about the novel "collaborative inspection and joint clearance" mode as well as the building's architectural design features.

Through the co-ordination of the Home Affairs Department with the District Offices across all 18 districts, more than 1 500 members of the public from various districts participated in the event. Participants travelled from designated pick-up points in their districts to the Huanggang Port Hong Kong Port Area by franchised buses or cross-boundary coach services. They toured the port building in groups guided by officers from the Fire Services Department and the Correctional Services Department.

Participants first arrived at and visited the public transport interchange of the port building to learn about the public transport arrangements. They then toured the port building to learn about its interior design features and experience various passenger-friendly facilities, including the free Government Wi-Fi service. They subsequently took the escalators to the departure hall on the fifth floor, where officers of the Immigration Department introduced the operation of the "collaborative inspection" automated channels, giving participants a better understanding of the novel "collaborative inspection and joint clearance" mode. Officers of Hong Kong Customs then explained the passenger clearance and customs inspection procedures at the arrival hall on the fourth floor.

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, visited the venue and met with participants to learn about their views on the port and experiences of the visit today. He was pleased to note that many participants responded positively and were looking forward to the early opening of the redeveloped Huanggang Port, which would bring a more efficient and convenient clearance experience to the public. Mr Tang also distributed gift packs prepared by the Security Bureau and took photographs with participants.

The community experience day was conducted in a positive and enthusiastic atmosphere, with many participants expressing excitement about the event. The event effectively enhanced participants' understanding of the public transport arrangements, immigration and customs clearance, and passenger-friendly facilities at the port building. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government will continue to work closely with the Shenzhen side to prepare comprehensively for the opening of the port.

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows an officer of Hong Kong Customs explaining the passenger clearance and customs inspection procedures at the arrival hall on the fourth floor. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows an officer of the Immigration Department introducing the operation of the "collaborative inspection" automated channels at the departure hall on the fifth floor, giving participants a better understanding of the novel "collaborative inspection and joint clearance" mode. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows participants learning about the building's interior design features. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows participants learning about the building's interior design features. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows participants arriving at the public transport interchange of the port building and learning about the public transport arrangements. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (first left), chatting with the working staff. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, with participants. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (first left), chatting with the working staff. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (first left), visiting the venue, meeting and taking photographs with participants. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Security Bureau today (October 4) organised a community experience day, inviting members of the public from all districts to visit and tour the Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (third left), chatting with participants. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE congratulates Hong Kong, China athletes for achievements at 20th Asian Games

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, today (October 4) congratulated the Hong Kong, China delegation on their outstanding achievements at the 20th Asian Games, and commended Hong Kong, China athletes for demonstrating their perseverance and exceptional prowess in the competitions.

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, Photo source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Mr Lee said, "The Hong Kong, China delegation consisted of some 580 athletes competing in 38 events at this Asian Games. All the participating athletes have given their utmost in every competition. They have won a total of 54 medals, comprising 11 gold medals, 19 silver medals and 24 bronze medals - surpassing previous record for the total number of medals while also securing the most gold medals ever, marking an encouraging achievement, demonstrating Hong Kong, China athletes' perseverance and standards of excellence that have brought honour to both the country and Hong Kong.

"Hong Kong, China athletes won gold medals in wushu, swimming, rowing, squash, sailing, tennis, windsurfing, and rugby sevens. Among them, the squash team, the sailing team and the tennis team achieved historic results, writing a glorious chapter for Hong Kong sports. The courage, relentless spirit, perseverance and unyielding determination shown by Hong Kong, China athletes on the field of play are the finest embodiment of the Hong Kong spirit. I believe all Hong Kong people share my excitement and immense pride in their excellent performances.

"Hong Kong, China athletes have once again achieved excellent results at this latest edition of the Asian Games, demonstrating that the Government's policies and its strategic resource support are on the right track. I also extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Hong Kong Sports Institute (HKSI), the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, the various national sports associations and the coaching and medical teams for their unwavering support and dedication to nurturing our athletes over the years. I look forward to extending my congratulations to the athletes in person at the commendation ceremony to be held in due course.

Hong Kong Athletes Shine at the 20th Asian Games. Photo source: FB@Rosanna Law

"The current-term Government is proactively promoting sports development and continuously developing elite sports, with various measures implemented to enhance the quality of training and support for elite athletes. This comprehensive support includes the hardware facilities of the HKSI, training resources, and research and development of sports medicine and sports science. In the 2024 Policy Address, I proposed to review the mechanism of direct financial support for elite athletes. The grant level of direct financial support for them has been comprehensively increased from April 1, 2025, and the subsidy ceiling of athletes' participation in competitions has also been raised this year. We will continue to provide full support for Hong Kong, China athletes to excel at international and regional competitions, and to take Hong Kong sport to a new level."