New Police Graduates Urged to Uphold Duty and Protect Hong Kong's Security at Passing-Out Parade

Under Secretary for Security calls on Police College graduates to safeguard national security and the homeland

The Under Secretary for Security, Mr Michael Cheuk, inspected the passing-out parade of 13 probationary inspectors and 130 recruit police constables at the Hong Kong Police College today (November 14), witnessing them officially joining the Force after successfully completing rigorous training. He called on the graduates to uphold the Force’s spirit of “Serving Hong Kong with Honour, Duty and Loyalty”, and safeguard national security and the homeland.

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Cheuk said that Hong Kong has long been recognised as one of the safest and most stable cities in the world, an achievement to which the Force’s dedication is indispensable. During his 37-year policing career, he witnessed the Force steadfastly upholding its duties and responsibilities in the face of different challenges. Moving from “Asia’s Finest” to “the World’s Best”, the Force addresses various challenges by proactively identifying, adapting to, and driving change, continuously improving itself, and keeping pace with the times to better protect the city and serve the public.

Mr Cheuk encouraged the graduates to uphold three principles: (i) be mission-driven, holding firm to their bottom line, and always bearing in mind their identity and responsibilities as police officers; (ii) remain committed to their duties, standing fast at their posts, demonstrating team spirit, and combatting crime to protect the public; and (iii) be people-oriented, handling cases not only with expertise but also with patience, empathy and communication skills.

Noting that this year marks the opening year of the National 15th Five-Year Plan and Hong Kong’s first Five-Year Plan, he said the Force will continue to play a pivotal role in safeguarding Hong Kong’s high-quality development with high-level security, and supporting the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government in implementing national development strategies. He reminded the graduates to stay vigilant in times of peace, always stand ready to respond to change, and shoulder the significant responsibility of safeguarding national security.

Under Secretary for Security calls on Police College graduates to safeguard national security and the homeland Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Under Secretary for Security calls on Police College graduates to safeguard national security and the homeland Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Under Secretary for Security calls on Police College graduates to safeguard national security and the homeland Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Under Secretary for Security calls on Police College graduates to safeguard national security and the homeland Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

TD alerts public to fraudulent vehicle airbag safety recall messages

The Transport Department (TD) today (November 14) alerted the public to fraudulent vehicle airbag safety recall messages purported to be from the TD. Members of the public should not fall prey to fraudulent government messages from unofficial means, nor provide any personal information. The case will be referred to the Police for follow-up.

A spokesman for the TD clarified that the department has no connection with the fraudulent letters or messages making unauthorised use of the department's name. At present, the TD only sets out safety recall information provided by authorised dealers of registered vehicle manufacturers on its website (www.td.gov.hk/en/public_services/vehicle_typeapp_examination/safety_recall/index.html). The TD does not issue letters to inform individual vehicle owners of safety recalls for their vehicles. The public should verify information to avoid falling into scam traps. For enquiries, they should contact the relevant authorised agents or dealers directly.

Members of the public should stay alert when receiving messages from unknown sources, and must not log in to suspicious websites or provide personal information. Anyone who has provided personal information as such should contact the Police. For enquiries, please call the TD's hotline at 2804 2600 or email tdenq@td.gov.hk.

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