DPO conducts IT system tabletop exercise to enhance co-ordination for 15th NG, 12th NGD and 9th NSOG (with photos)
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As the responsible unit for planning and building the core IT systems and network infrastructure for the Hong Kong competition region, the DPO completed the development and testing of related IT systems in September. This tabletop exercise focused on simulating potential emergency IT incidents and urgent situations that may occur during the events, aiming to test the mobilisation efficiency of the participating departments and the effectiveness of the interdepartmental communication mechanism. Participating units included the National Games Coordination Office (Hong Kong), the Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau of the Hong Kong Police Force, the IT system contractors, and cybersecurity experts. Through diverse simulated scenarios, the exercise enhanced co-ordination and rapid response capabilities among the departmental teams, ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the events.
The Commissioner for Digital Policy, Mr Tony Wong, said, "The 15th NG, the 12th NGD and the 9th NSOG are important missions entrusted to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region by the country. We must spare no effort in providing solid IT support to ensure the successful hosting of this national sports event. This cross-departmental tabletop exercise simulated the core system challenges, infrastructure issues, and cybersecurity emergencies that may arise during the events, verifying the feasibility of contingency plans and the efficiency of team collaboration. The DPO will adhere to the principles of 'respond instantly, resume rapidly' to ensure 'zero interruptions to the operation of the events.'" He also sincerely thanked all participating units for their full support and active collaboration, which contributed to the success of the exercise.
In addition, the DPO is currently intensifying final joint system testing with the responsible units in both Guangdong Province and Macao counterparts before the Games to ensure seamless integration of systems across the three places, while enhancing cross-boundary co-ordination and emergency response capabilities in system operations and cybersecurity to make preparations for the events.
The 15th NG, the 12th NGD and the 9th NSOG will be cohosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao for the first time. The DPO will release a series of short videos during the events through its Facebook page (www.facebook.com/digitalpolicyhk) to help the public gain a deeper understanding of how information technology supports this national large-scale event.
Ends/Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Issued at HKT 19:00
Issued at HKT 19:00
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