Police strive to ensure safety of Indonesia President
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The Chief Executive, Mr C Y Leung, will meet with the President on May 1 at Government House.
"In view of the current heightened international terrorist situation, Police will enhance security measures in order to ensure the personal safety of the President," a Police spokesman said today (April 28).
"Appropriate protective coverage including personal and traffic escort will be provided to the President throughout his stay in Hong Kong. Temporary traffic and pedestrian access diversion may occur which may cause inconvenience to members of the public and other road users.
"We appeal to the public for their understanding and patience and to follow the advice given by police officers. Motorists are also urged to take heed of traffic signs and follow the instructions of the Traffic Police at scene.
"While striving to ensure a safe visit of the President, Police will keep inconvenience to the public to a minimum," the spokesman said.
Ends/Friday, April 28, 2017
Issued at HKT 17:45
Issued at HKT 17:45
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