HKSAR National Security Exhibition Gallery receives its one-millionth visitor and holds prize presentation ceremony (with photos)
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Since its opening to the public on August 7 last year, the National Security Exhibition Gallery of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) has been well received by the community. Today (July 12), it received its one-millionth visitor.
The one-millionth visitor is a group of Primary 3 students from Po Leung Kuk Luk Hing Too Primary School, who visited the Gallery this afternoon with their teacher. Eleven students and their teacher received a commemorative certificate and a trophy from the Secretary General of the Committee for Safeguarding National Security of the HKSAR, Mr Au Chi-kwong, the officiating guest of the ceremony.
Mr Au said, "The National Security Exhibition Gallery plays a vital role in national security education. Through its rich exhibits, concise texts, technological displays, and interesting interactive installations, the Gallery has earned praise and recognition from all sectors of society, resulting in a constant stream of visitors. The highest single-day attendance exceeded 13 000.
"National security is like sunshine, air and water. When you have it but do not treasure it, you will regret when losing it. The 'black-clad violence' and the Hong Kong version of the 'colour revolution' in 2019 has inflicted wounds and damage on Hong Kong that we will never forget. We must not forget the pain as wounds heal; we must remain ever vigilant to safeguard national security, and ensure high-quality development with high-level security.
"I am very pleased with the achievements of the National Security Exhibition Gallery over the past 11 months, and I look forward to continual support from the public and various sectors of the community. By visiting the Gallery, the public can deepen their understanding of national security and further strengthen the collective effort to safeguard it."
The National Security Exhibition Gallery is the first national security education base in the HKSAR. It aims to enhance public awareness and understanding of national security, foster patriotism and affection for the country, encourage active participation in safeguarding national security, and showcase Hong Kong's unique advantages of being backed by the Motherland and connected to the world. The HKSAR Government will continue to promote public engagement through regular national security exhibitions and diverse publicity and education activities, with a view to strengthening the public's understanding of and support for national security and safeguarding it of their own accord.
Ends/Saturday, July 12, 2025
Issued at HKT 18:36
Issued at HKT 18:36
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