Department of Justice Concludes Rule of Law Education Programme for Secondary School Teachers with Interactive Sessions and Graduation Ceremony

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded

Titled "Rule of Law Education (ROLE) Stars", the two-day foundation course of the second phase of the Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders (TTL) Programme organised by the Department of Justice (DoJ) was concluded today (July 13).

The programme was attended by over 100 secondary school teachers who are mainly responsible for teaching courses related to the rule of law, the Constitution, national security education, and Citizenship and Social Development. Representatives from the DoJ and different sectors such as the legal profession and the media served as trainers to teach in the programme and guide the discussions and interactive sessions. A number of trainees said the course content was substantial, easy to understand and practical, which helped strengthen their ability in promoting correct messages on the rule of law to students and young people, aiding them in building a correct global perspective as well as life and personal values.

Led by the Secretary for Justice, Mr Paul Lam, SC, the second phase of the TTL Programme was launched at the Justice Place last Saturday.

The second day of the TTL Programme conducted today began with Mr Martin Hui, SC, and Ms Roberta Chan, solicitor, briefing the trainees on topics including the criminal and civil litigation process of the Hong Kong courts, alternative dispute resolution services and the legal profession.

It was followed by a session in which the Deputy Secretary for Justice, Mr Cheung Kwok-kwan, and experienced media professional Ms Ho Yuen-yi shared their views and practical experience on communication skills in disseminating messages on the rule of law. An interactive session was then held for the trainees to conduct group discussions and exchanges.

An interactive "Talk to the Secretary for Justice - Question-and-Answer Session" was held in the afternoon, during which Mr Lam had in-depth exchanges with the trainees on topics related to the rule of law. Teachers joining the event actively participated throughout the session. They asked questions enthusiastically and discussed with Mr Lam various topics such as enhancing the students' interests in Hong Kong legal system and the rule of law situation in the country.

Mr Lam said that to uphold the rule of law, everyone in the community should be a guardian and an advocate of the rule of law. As team leaders of the next generation, teachers will have to go the extra mile among all guardians and advocates. When working on the rule of law education, he said he hoped that participating teachers could have faith that they were not alone, as the Government will do its best to provide assistance. He also encouraged teachers to proactively learn more about the rule of law.

The graduation ceremony and certificate presentation ceremony of the second-phase programme was also held in the afternoon. Officiating guests of the graduation ceremony, namely Mr Lam; member of the Steering Committee on Rule of Law Education, Chairperson of the Working Group on Coordination and Liaison and Legislative Council Member, Ms Carmen Kan; and the Under Secretary for Education, Mr Sze Chun-fai, delivered concluding remarks at the event.

The three officiating guests, together with the Secretary for the Civil Service, Mrs Ingrid Yeung, and the Chairperson of the Hong Kong Bar Association, Mr Victor Dawes, SC, presented certificates to trainees who have completed the two-day foundation course of the second-phase programme.

For more details on the TTL Programme and other information relating to the promotion and training on the rule of law, please visit the dedicated website at www.role-ttl.gov.hk.

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Foundation course of second phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme concluded Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKETO promotes Hong Kong as talent hub and city full of opportunities in Seoul

​The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Tokyo) held a networking luncheon in Seoul, Korea, today (August 29) to promote Hong Kong's advantages as a talent hub and the vast opportunities ahead as the gateway to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).

Speaking at the luncheon, the Principal Hong Kong Economic and Trade Representative (Tokyo), Miss Winsome Au, pointed out that there is a vibrant and active Korean community in Hong Kong, and Korean students are the largest overseas students group enrolled in the University Grants Committee-funded programmes in Hong Kong.

"It is our pleasure to help build this talent pool from Korea that also adds to the international vibe of our city," she said.

She added that the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is committed to investing in infrastructure and education, fostering innovation and creating a dynamic and highly international environment for ambitious individuals.

At the luncheon, the Commissioner for the Development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Ms Maisie Chan, introduced the boundless opportunities and benefits brought about by the development of the GBA for Korean talents and enterprises.

Ms Chan said, "The GBA presents abundant opportunities and exciting career prospects for talented individuals." She added that foreign nationals working in Hong Kong were able to enjoy convenient access to the fast-growing GBA market and also the opportunities on the Mainland. Some recent measures included the introduction of multiple-entry visa to the Mainland in 2023, which greatly facilitated the travel of foreign staff from Hong Kong-registered companies to the Mainland (including the nine cities of the GBA) for business purposes. Moreover, a new card-type travel document for non-Chinese Hong Kong permanent residents to visit the Mainland was launched in July 2024, which has greatly enhanced the convenience of clearance at the Mainland's control points and facilitated international talent in Hong Kong in travelling to the Mainland for business or leisure.

The Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Ms Lillian Cheong, introduced Hong Kong's attractions as a magnet for innovation and technology (I&T) talents at the luncheon. She emphasised that Hong Kong is building its own I&T ecosystem, actively attracting I&T talents from local and abroad, promoting technology with talents, leading industries with technology, and attracting talents with industries.

She said, "The entrepreneurial and employment opportunities provided by a vibrant I&T ecosystem are the most effective way to attract I&T talents to come and stay in Hong Kong for development. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government will continue to work with various sectors of the community to enhance Hong Kong's I&T ecosystem. We welcome and encourage Korean talents in I&T, especially those in the relevant strategic technology industries, to come to Hong Kong to realise their potential."

Also speaking at the event, the Director of Hong Kong Talent Engage (HKTE), Mr Anthony Lau, highlighted Hong Kong's unique advantages and enormous opportunities as well as various talent admission schemes to attract talents with diverse backgrounds from around the world to pursue development in Hong Kong.

"Hong Kong Talent Engage aims to develop strategic engagement plans to trawl for talents worldwide, and provide comprehensive one-stop support services to assist talents in their long-term development in Hong Kong," Mr Lau said. He added that HKTE will continue to step up global promotion on Hong Kong's dual role as an international talent hub and the country's gateway for talents to attract more high-calibre talents from all over the world to Hong Kong.

A representative from a Korean company was invited to share their experience in setting up business and the working environment in Hong Kong.

The luncheon was attended by representatives from human resource agencies and top tertiary institutions, as well as professionals and students in Seoul.

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