SCST witnesses Vivian Kong winning gold medal at Paris Olympics
The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, extended his congratulations to Hong Kong fencing athlete Vivian Kong on winning agold medal in Women's Épée Individual event at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games on July 27 (Paris time). This is the first medal won by the Hong Kong, China Delegation in this Olympic Games. Being at the Paris Olympics in person, Mr Yeung shared the joy of winning with Vivian Kong and her team immediately.
Mr Yeung said, "With her superb performance and keen tactics in the competition, Vivian Kong claimed victory and realised the dream of Hong Kong citizens. Witnessing the triumphant moment firsthand, I am both touched and delighted by her performance and demeanour of a great athlete. I believe Hong Kong citizens shared the joy as well."
SCST witnesses Vivian Kong winning gold medal at Paris Olympics Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CAS Cadet Corps Challenge Day 2024 held today
The Civil Aid Service (CAS) today (September 8) held the Cadet Corps Challenge Day 2024 at the CAS Headquarters.The parade and award presentation ceremony was officiated by the Chief Pilot (Operations) of the Government Flying Service, Mr Eddie Liu.
The Challenge Day of this year was held in the form of Chinese-style footdrill for competition, with an aim to strengthen a sense of belonging towards the country and a sense of national identity among youngsters. The footdrill competition was participated in by 10 teams comprising over 200 cadets. Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Liu said that by observing the cadets in their proper uniforms, standing neatly and vigorously on the parade ground, it is clear that all cadets have undergone a long period of rigorous training over the past few months. Mr Liu also expressed heartfelt gratitude to all CAS members and cadets for their valuable time and continuous contribution to society.
Apart from the Challenge Day, the CAS Cadet Corps also organised a number of mainland exchange programmes this summer, including the Ningxia Exchange Programme 2024, the Beijing and NanjingSpace Exploration Study Tour, the 10,000 Miles Friendship Trek 2024 and the Zhongshan Foshan Exchange Programme 2024. Through visits to different Mainland cities, youngsters are led to increase their sense of national identity and national pride, while fostering an appreciation for Chinese culture and an awareness of the importance of safeguarding national security.
Looking ahead, the CAS will continue its efforts in encouraging cadets to take part in discipline training and social services as well as assisting the promotion of national security education with a view to nurturing youngsters to become future leaders and responsible citizens.
CAS Cadet Corps Challenge Day 2024 held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CAS Cadet Corps Challenge Day 2024 held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CAS Cadet Corps Challenge Day 2024 held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CAS Cadet Corps Challenge Day 2024 held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CAS Cadet Corps Challenge Day 2024 held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
