Action Committee Against Narcotics Chairman inspects passing-out parade at HK Police College (with photos)
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Speaking at the ceremony, Dr Cheung praised the Hong Kong Police Force as an efficient and exemplary force. Hong Kong has always been one of the safest and most stable cities in the world, with the city’s overall crime rate in 2016 falling by 8.7 per cent when compared with that of the previous year, while the crime rate recorded a new low in 44 years. This is attributed to the professional services of the Force, he said.
Dr Cheung noted that the duties of the Police have never been easy and are always challenging. In an international city like Hong Kong, prosperity and stability are underpinned by the Police’s relentless efforts in upholding law and order as well as combating and preventing crimes.
"I have gotten to know the Police’s efforts in fighting drug-related crimes through my participation in the work of ACAN. Drug dealers make profits by luring youths into drug-taking or even engaging them in drug trafficking. These drug-related crimes pose grave hazards to both the younger generation and our society, which must be combatted through stringent law enforcement," he said.
He said that police officers are required to remain decisive and courageous even in complicated emergencies, and also need to make appropriate judgment and deployments under stress. He appreciated the determination and sense of mission displayed by the graduates, who are ready to rise to the challenges ahead despite all the difficulties.
Dr Cheung encouraged the graduates to keep their oath of office in mind, and to execute their duties honestly, faithfully and diligently without fear of or favour to any person, as well as to serve the community with empathy and in an inclusive and professional manner.
"Police officers face the public everyday. When discharging duties, sometimes you may feel that you are doing a thankless job, or even discouraged and demoralised. I hope that you will always stay calm and remain dedicated to your duties. Your professionalism will certainly earn the trust and respect of the community and the general public," he said.
In his concluding remarks, he reminded the graduates to maintain good living habits and work-life balance, so as to keep good physical and mental health, while seeking continuous self-improvement in the professional field and enhancing personal competitiveness.
Ends/Saturday, April 22, 2017
Issued at HKT 14:02
Issued at HKT 14:02
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