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The Secretary for Home Affairs, Mr Tsang Tak-sing, today (January 9) called on the younger generation to learn from the perseverance and unyielding spirit of Hong Kong athletes who took part in the East Asian Games (EAG).
More than 150 young people attended the "2009 East Asian Games - Hong Kong Athletes Sharing with Youths" session, jointly organised by the Home Affairs Bureau and the Commission on Youth (COY) at Youth Square in Chai Wan this morning. Hong Kong athletes who won at the EAG shared with young people their experiences in striving for excellence in the games.
Speaking at the sharing session, Mr Tsang said: "The younger generation has so much to learn from the great perseverance, can-do spirit and exemplary sportsmanship of Hong Kong athletes. I hope today's gathering, through sharing and interaction, will benefit everyone."
The COY Chairman Mr Bunny Chan also said that the arduous training and great determination of the Hong Kong athletes provided a good model for young people in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong athletes who attended today's sharing session included Kwok Chi-ho, Wan Kin-yee, Li Ching, Ko Lai-chak, Cheng Chung-hang, Kong Man-yi, Yu Sum-yee and Chan Hei-man.
A photo exhibition on the EAG was also held to recapture the legendary moments of the games. Members of the public are welcome to visit the exhibition to be held at Y Platform, Youth Square, 238 Chai Wan Road, from tomorrow (January 10) to January 17.
Ends/Saturday, January 9, 2010
Issued at HKT 13:00
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