Secretary for Health Prof Lo Chung-mau today began leading a delegation for a three-day visit to Beijing to meet relevant Mainland authorities and introduce to Mainland officials the latest development of various healthcare policies in Hong Kong.

The goal of the visit is to pursue deeper exchanges and further co-operation with the Mainland in the healthcare aspect.

The delegation comprises Permanent Secretary for Health Thomas Chan, Director of Health Dr Ronald Lam, Hospital Authority Chairman Henry Fan and Hospital Authority Chief Executive Dr Tony Ko.

Prof Lo will return to Hong Kong on November 8. During his absence, Under Secretary for Health Dr Libby Lee will be Acting Secretary.