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     The National Games Coordination Office (Hong Kong) (NGCO) said today (March 2) that the 15th National Games (NG) Triathlon test event staged at the Central Harbourfront and Victoria Harbour on March 1 and 2 concluded successfully.
 
     A total of around 110 athletes from the Mainland, Macao, and Hong Kong participated in the two-day test event. Among them, 10 athletes (six males and four females), were from Hong Kong. The starting point of the races was located at the waterfront of the Wan Chai Temporary Promenade, while the finish line was set at the Central Harbourfront Event Space. The women’s individual and the men’s individual events were held on the first day and the winners were Ms Yang Yifan and Mr Zhang Xirui from Shandong triathlon team respectively. As for the first-ever mixed relay event in Hong Kong, Shandong team won the gold medal, while Liaoning team took the silver and Hong Kong team claimed the bronze.
 
     The Head of the NGCO, Mr Yeung Tak-keung, said the race route this time has several characteristics, including that the end point was set at the Central Harbourfront Event Space for the first time while there were two transition areas, with one near the swimming area (swim-to-cycling transition) and another one at the Central Harbourfront Event Space (cycling-to-run transition); the athletes ran through a number of Hong Kong landmarks during the races, such as the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Central Government Offices, the Legislative Council Complex, and the Hong Kong Observation Wheel; the cycling route was between Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai and International Finance Centre in Central, with the backdrop of business district in Central and stunning scenery of Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour; the cycling route passing through the Central Harbourfront Event Space raised the difficulty and made the event more enjoyable; and a spectator stand with seats was arranged at the Central Harbourfront Event Space to let audiences have a close sight of the races and witness the moments of crossing the line.
 
     The test event was organised by the NGCO under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and co-organised by the Triathlon Association of Hong Kong China, with the China Triathlon Sports Association as an advisor. The test event covered a wide range of aspects, including operation and procedures of events, organisation of races, venue setup, information systems, security, medical services, accommodation, hospitality, food and beverage, transportation arrangements and contingency plans.
 
     Mr Yeung said the NGCO will review the event procedures and other details with various related organisations and government departments after the test event, with a view to better preparing for the official events to be held at the end of this year.
 
     For information on the 15th NG, the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games in Hong Kong, please visit the thematic website (www.2025nationalgames.gov.hk/en/index.html), as well as the Facebook page (www.facebook.com/2025nationalgames.hk) and Instagram page (www.instagram.com/2025nationalgames.hk).

                      

     â€‹Correctional officers at Lai Chi Kok Reception Centre stopped a male remand person in custody attacking a staff member today (March 2).      At 1.36pm today, a 61-year-old male remand person … read more

     â€‹The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, today (March 2) led members of the Security Bureau Youth Uniformed Group Leaders Forum on a Greater Bay Area study tour in Macao, completing a three-day, two-night exploration of national history and culture, as well as developments in various fields.

     The Leaders Forum and its partners, Shenzhen University and the youth groups of public security forces of Macao, comprised 72 people and were led by the Permanent Secretary for Security, Mr Patrick Li. The study tour began in Foshan on February 28 and continued to Macao yesterday (March 1). Today, Mr Tang led the members to visit the Macao Light Rapid Transit East Line South Section to learn about the latest developments in Macao’s major infrastructure project and toured the campus of the Academy of Public Security Forces. The young people also visited the Macao Customs Fleet to be briefed on customs duties and maritime rescue operations. They also explored various historic sites, as well as new and old architecture.

     Mr Tang listened to the participants’ interim reports on their thematic projects. He said that the participation of students from Shenzhen University since the last term of the Leaders Forum and youths from Macao in this term has enabled young people in Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Macao to collaborate closely. He praised the potential of members from the three places, highlighting that three members from Shenzhen University were recently awarded the Good Citizen Award by the Hong Kong Police Force for their bravery in saving a life in Hong Kong, and seven members from Hong Kong were awarded the stars of self-improvement of Chinese college students, which are highly commendable. The awards were presented to 1 600 students on the Mainland and 20 students in Hong Kong, including the seven members of the Leaders Forum.

     During their stay in Foshan, the group visited the Shunde drone command and dispatch center to understand how the district optimises urban management through the introduction of drones and the consolidation of collected data. They also visited an intelligent manufacturing technology park, an innovation and research and development centre, and a manufacturing enterprise to learn about the development of high-tech industries on the Mainland and how various industries apply technology to improve production processes. The young people also explored the Foshan Ancestral Temple, which has a long history, to know more about the local traditional culture.

        

Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations: Please broadcast the following as soon as possible and repeat it at suitable intervals:      The Marine Department today (March 2) reminded masters, coxswains and persons-… read more

     Following are the opening remarks by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, at the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show 2025 today (March 2):

Winston (Chairman of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) Jewellery Advisory Committee, Mr Winston Chow), Lawrence (Chairman of the HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show Fair Organising Committee, Mr Lawrence Ma), Margaret (Executive Director of the HKTDC, Ms Margaret Fong), distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,

     Good afternoon. Thank you for coming to the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show 2025. This is a signature event in Hong Kong. This year, we are welcoming some 4 000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and regions. They have all brought with them high-quality products to showcase. I hope that all exhibitors and buyers will find this event rewarding, and can make new friends, new business connections. In addition, I hope you would enjoy your stay in Hong Kong.

     Convention and exhibition is a very important sector for us. Hong Kong is strategically right at the heart of Asia, and has superb transport connections with the rest of the world. The connections and the convenience make us a prime location for business activities.

     Every year, we host hundreds of large-scale conventions and exhibitions. They in turn attract millions of visitors to Hong Kong, bringing business opportunities for the local tourism, retail, catering and entertainment industries. Of all the international trade shows held in Hong Kong, over 10 are the largest in Asia and globally for their respective trades, including electronics, jewellery, gifts, watches and clocks, lighting, among others.

     To bring in more international exhibitions to our city, the Government will launch an incentive scheme later this year called the Incentive Scheme for Recurrent Exhibitions 2.0. The scheme will offer incentive support to attract new or recurrent large-scale international exhibitions to be held in Hong Kong, thereby driving further our economic growth.

     The global business environment is facing a lot of uncertainties these days. Protectionism is rising again. It has caused disruptions to trade, supply chain, cash flow and sentiment in the investment market. While putting Hong Kong’s economic resilience to the test, these challenges also make us more determined to reform, to innovate and to improve. But as a matter of principle, Hong Kong is an international trade centre and we will continue to support free trade.

     We do not agree with unnecessary tariffs and trade barriers. They affect global trade and capital flows, dampen investment confidence and slow down global economic development. We will continue to be a dedicated supporter of a rule-based multilateral trading system, for the benefits of the whole world.

     We hope to see more and more trade shows and mega events in Hong Kong, and welcome you to our city many times in the future. I would also like to thank the organiser for bringing us all together for networking and to enjoy the wonderful jewellery designs on display. Thank you. read more