The annual review of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum was held today, with Acting Chief Executive Chan Kwok-ki giving a speech.

Mr Chan reported that the forum had organised nearly 20 activities over the past year, including courses and training camps run by the bureau’s disciplined services and auxiliary services, and seminars on the country’s Constitution, the Basic Law and the Hong Kong National Security Law. It also organised visits to Beijing, Shaanxi and Greater Bay Area cities, allowing participants to learn more about national affairs and broaden their horizons.

He said he was pleased to note that the bureau plans to strengthen co-operation between the Leaders Forum and Shenzhen University to enhance exchanges between youths in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, deepening their understanding of the development opportunities in the bay area and increasing Hong Kong’s integration into national development.

Noting that members had undergone significant growth thanks to the year-long learning programme, Secretary for Security Tang Ping-keung said one of the participants had been recommended as a candidate to represent Hong Kong at the Youth Forum 2024 of the UN Office on Drugs & Crime.

He reported that another member has received an internship at a leading Mainland innovation and technology enterprise, while some others have joined the disciplined services.

Mr Tang said he hopes forum members will continue to take leadership roles regardless of the positions they hold, thereby making contributions to the country and Hong Kong.