The Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Miss Alice Mak, continued her visit to Sichuan today (July 18). She first called on leaders of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office (HKMAO) of the Sichuan Provincial People's Government, and visited the Shabanqiao community in Chengdu to learn about community governance.

     In the morning, Miss Mak called on the Director of the HKMAO of the Sichuan Provincial People's Government, Ms Zhang Tao. Miss Mak introduced the latest developments and work in youth development, district governance, and women's development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and learned about Sichuan Province's work experience in related areas. She expressed her hope for more opportunities to co-operate and exchange between the two places.

     Miss Mak also visited the Shabanqiao community in Chengdu. The Shabanqiao community is committed to providing services that improve people's livelihoods and focus on serving citizens. She also gained insights into their community governance experience.
      
     Miss Mak concluded her visit and returned to Hong Kong this afternoon.
 

Ends/Friday, July 18, 2025
Issued at HKT 13:42

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