Hong Kong Customs Organises a Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao for Cultural Exploration.

Hong Kong Customs organises Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao

Hong Kong Customs organised the Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao on October 11 and 12. A total of 20 Customs YES members visited Macao. Through visits to the platform for commercial and trade co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking countries, historical and cultural heritage sites, and local customs enforcement facilities, members gained a comprehensive understanding of Macao's unique advantages and hub functions in the country's overall opening-up. Members also participated in the 36th World Customs Organization (WCO) Asia/Pacific (A/P) Regional Contact Points Meeting to deepen their knowledge of international customs co-operation and frontier enforcement developments.

To strengthen interactive exchanges between the youth of Hong Kong and Macao, the delegation first participated in a Portuguese egg tart baking workshop alongside members of "Jovens Protectores do Original", the youth programme of Macao Customs, to experience Macao's distinctive culinary culture and to forge friendships. The delegation subsequently visited the Maritime Enforcement Department of the Macao Customs Service and toured its fleet to gain insights into Macao Customs' enforcement work in safeguarding maritime security, conducting marine patrols, and combating smuggling.

To enhance members' understanding of Macao's strategic positioning as "One Centre, One Platform and One Base", the delegation visited the Pavilion of China-Portuguese-speaking Countries Commercial and Trade Service Platform to learn about the development of economic and trade co-operation between the country and Portuguese-speaking nations, as well as Macao's bridging role in fostering Sino-Portuguese economic, trade, and cultural exchanges and co-operation. As this year marks the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the delegation also visited General Ye Ting's Former Residence to learn about the heroic deeds of the revolutionary predecessor, and modern Chinese history, thereby fostering their affection for and sense of belonging to the country. In addition, members toured cultural landmarks including the Ruins of St. Paul's, the Mount Fortress, and Rua do Cunha, experiencing firsthand the profound cultural heritage blending Chinese and Western influences in Macao.

Making full use of its capacity as the WCO Vice-Chair for the A/P region, Hong Kong Customs actively facilitated youth engagement on the global stage by specially arranging for the delegation to participate in the 36th WCO A/P Regional Contact Points Meeting held in Macao. During the welcoming reception of the meeting, Customs YES members assisted in receiving foreign guests and, for the first time, worked with a Macao youth representative to serve as masters of ceremonies. The youths from both sides demonstrated confidence and dedication in front of customs delegates across the Asia-Pacific region, telling the good stories of contemporary China and Hong Kong on the international stage.

Customs YES will continue to organise diversified Mainland and international exchange activities in alignment with the National 15th Five-Year Plan and the relevant policy directions set out in Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan. These initiatives aim to help young people broaden their global horizons, enhance their understanding of the development positioning of both the country and Hong Kong, and encourage them to proactively equip themselves, leverage their strengths, and actively integrate into and serve the overall development of the nation.

Hong Kong Customs organised the Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao on October 11 and 12. Photo shows Customs YES members participating in the 36th World Customs Organization Asia/Pacific Regional Contact Points Meeting and interacting with a foreign guest. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs organised the Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao on October 11 and 12. Photo shows a Customs YES member being interviewed at the 36th World Customs Organization Asia/Pacific Regional Contact Points Meeting. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs organised the Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao on October 11 and 12. Photo shows a Customs YES member serving as master of ceremonies at the welcoming reception of the 36th World Customs Organization Asia/Pacific Regional Contact Points Meeting, alongside a Macao youth representative. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs organised the Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao on October 11 and 12. Photo shows Customs YES members visiting General Ye Ting's Former Residence. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs organised the Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao on October 11 and 12. Photo shows Customs YES members visiting the Ruins of St. Paul's. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs organised the Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao on October 11 and 12. Photo shows Customs YES members visiting the Pavilion of China-Portuguese-speaking Countries Commercial and Trade Service Platform to learn about the development of economic and trade co-operation between the country and Portuguese-speaking countries. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs organised the Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao on October 11 and 12. Photo shows Customs YES members and members of "Jovens Protectores do Original" visiting the Maritime Enforcement Department of Macao Customs and touring its fleet. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs organised the Customs YES Youth International Engagement Tour to Macao on October 11 and 12. Photo shows Customs YES members participating in a Portuguese egg tart baking workshop alongside members of "Jovens Protectores do Original". Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Enhancement works to commence in Central Government-Aided Emergency Hospital

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

The Hospital Authority (HA) spokesperson announced today (October 15) that the Central Government-Aided Emergency Hospital (CGAEH) located in the Loop will undergo facilities enhancement works starting from October 20 (Tuesday), to provide patients with a better treatment environment. The works are expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2027. Services at the CGAEH will be temporarily suspended during the works and will resume upon the completion of the project.

The spokesperson said, "The CGAEH has been in operation for over three years since April 2023, and hospital facilities generally require maintenance works every two to three years. The HA will carry out enhancement works based on facility usage and service needs. The project covers replacing the ceiling insulation materials, reinforcing and repairing frequently used flooring, and conducting routine maintenance of air-conditioning systems to maintain the stable temperature and humidity control required for precision medical equipment. Supplementary water tanks will also be installed to enhance the resilience of the water supply system and maintain water supply during emergencies."

The project aims to improve the hospital's environment and relevant facilities, making them better suited to daily operational requirements, providing patients with a more comfortable environment for examination and treatment, supporting healthcare workers in delivering services, and enhancing the patient experience. The works are scheduled to take place during the autumn and winter seasons to avoid the rainy season as much as possible, thereby minimising the impact of heavy rain and other adverse weather conditions on the progress. This will facilitate the completion of the works as planned, allowing the CGAEH to resume services at the earliest possible time.

In view of the works, the CGAEH will make appropriate arrangements for patients to ensure continuity of care and follow-up services. Patients scheduled for diagnostic radiology services, including computed tomography scan, magnetic resonance imaging scan and ultrasound scan, will be arranged to receive follow-up services at hospitals within their respective clusters. The hospital will contact the patients concerned in due course regarding their new appointment dates and examination venues.

For patients who have booked sleep study services, urgent cases will be arranged to undergo testing at hospitals within their respective clusters, while the remaining non-urgent cases will be scheduled for testing after the CGAEH resumes services. Patients concerned will be notified of the relevant arrangements.

The CGAEH has also contacted patients with scheduled endoscopy and intravitreal injection appointments and made arrangements for their services.

The HA will issue push notifications through the mobile application HA Go to keep patients informed of the latest service updates. Patients may also check their latest appointment details via the "My Appointments" function on HA Go. For enquiries, patients may contact the CGAEH during office hours (see table below).

Service	Enquiry hotline (during office hours)
Diagnostic radiology (including computed tomography scan, magnetic resonance imaging scan and ultrasound scan)	2683 7132
Endoscopy	9759 1790/5640 0710
Intravitreal injection	3505 3316
Sleep study	9829 8460/5640 0716

(during office hours)

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