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Commissioner of Customs and Excise reviews Hong Kong Customs passing-out parade (with photos)
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     ​The Commissioner of Customs and Excise, Mr Chan Tsz-tat, attended the Passing-out Parade for the 145th-146th Inspector Induction Courses and the 508th-510th Customs Officer Induction Courses at the Hong Kong Customs College today (February 6) to inspect 22 Probationary Customs Inspectors and 60 Probationary Customs Officers on parade.

     All passing-out officers adopted the Chinese-style foot drill to form the patterns of the "sword and key" of the Customs crest, the characters representing the National 15th Five-Year Plan, and a pattern of a horse, symbolising that Hong Kong Customs will fully support the HKSAR Government in proactively aligning with the National 15th Five-Year Plan, and integrating into and contributing to the overall national development. The patterns also served as wishes of every success and prosperity for the country and Hong Kong, as well as good health for all guests in the Year of the Horse.

     Speaking at the passing-out parade, Mr Chan said Hong Kong Customs' role has evolved from a traditional law enforcement agency into a multifaceted trade facilitator and economic development promoter to enable Hong Kong to better align with the country's development, and fulfil its role as a "super connector" and a "super value-adder". 

     He added that Customs has undertaken numerous new enforcement duties and introduced various innovative trade facilitation measures. The successful implementation of these initiatives is a testament to officers' collective effort and people-oriented professionalism. He expressed his hope that the passing-out officers will carry on this fine tradition and outshine their predecessors.

     Lastly, Mr Chan encouraged the passing-out officers to continue learning, embrace changes, be innovative, and stay curious. They should also have the courage to step out of their comfort zone. In addition, he encouraged the passing-out officers to exercise probity and prudence in exercising authority, and inherit and promote the excellent legacy of integrity of Customs.
 
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Hong Kong Customs held the Passing-out Parade for the 145th-146th Inspector Induction Courses and the 508th-510th Customs Officer Induction Courses at the Hong Kong Customs College today (February 6). Photo shows passing-out officers performing the Chinese-style foot drill.
Hong Kong Customs Passing-out Parade was held today (February 6). Photo shows the parade forming the pattern of Sword and Key of the Customs crest.
Hong Kong Customs Passing-out Parade was held today (February 6). Photo shows the parade forming the words of the 15th Five-Year Plan.
Hong Kong Customs Passing-out Parade was held today (February 6). Photo shows the parade forming the horse pattern.
The Commissioner of Customs and Excise, Mr Chan Tsz-tat, inspects passing-out officers at the Hong Kong Customs Passing-out Parade today (February 6).
The Commissioner of Customs and Excise, Mr Chan Tsz-tat, delivers a speech at the Hong Kong Customs Passing-out Parade today (February 6).
Hong Kong Customs Passing-out Parade was held today (February 6). Photo shows the Commissioner of Customs and Excise, Mr Chan Tsz-tat, inspecting the Customs and Excise Department Guards of Honour.