Ombudsman leads delegation on official visit to Shanghai Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection and Commission of Supervision, attends first training programme on National 15th Five-Year Plan (with photos)
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The Ombudsman, Mr Jack Chan, yesterday (September 20) led a delegation from the Office of The Ombudsman (the Office) to visit Shanghai and attend a specialised national studies programme.
Mr Chan this morning (September 21) attended the opening ceremony of the Office's first specialised training programme on the National 15th Five-Year Plan at the Shanghai Administration Institute. The ceremony was also attended by Vice President of the Shanghai Administration Institute Mr Wang Yongjie, Level II Bureau Rank Official, Department of International Cooperation, National Commission of Supervision of the People's Republic of China (NCS) Mr Chen Long and a representative of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government (LOCPG) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). The four-day programme, participated in by 15 staff members of the Office, combines thematic lectures with site visits to offer deeper insights into the country's major policies and development strategies.
In his opening speech at the ceremony, Mr Chan expressed special gratitude to the NCS, the LOCPG, the Shanghai Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection and the Commission of Supervision, and the Shanghai Administration Institute for their strong support and meticulous arrangements, and highlighted the significance of this training programme. Mr Chan said, "This year marks the beginning of the National 15th Five‑Year Plan. Last week, the Chief Executive of the HKSAR announced Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan to actively align with the National 15th Five‑Year Plan. The Office will fully support and dovetail with Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan. Playing an independent supervisory role over public administration in Hong Kong, the Office has exercised professionalism and diligence to monitor and support the HKSAR Government in advancing good governance and improving people's livelihood." He added that the Office has attached importance to talent development, encouraging staff to support the HKSAR Government in better integrating into and serving the overall national development through their daily work. Mr Chan hoped that through this training programme, participants would gain first-hand insights into the country's situation and development experience, and in particular grasp the key priorities of the 15th Five‑Year Plan. Participants were also urged to actively reflect on how to apply what they learn in the Office's work, thereby contributing to the HKSAR's alignment with the 15th Five‑Year Plan.
In the afternoon, Mr Chan led the delegation to meet and exchange views with the Secretary of the Shanghai Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection and the Director of the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Supervision, Mr Chi Yaoyun, together with several senior officials of the Commission. Mr Chan briefed Mr Chi on the Office’s functions, strategic focuses and work results. He expressed his pleasure of visiting Shanghai in the opening year of the National 15th Five-Year Plan to acquire knowledge of the country's latest developments and governance practices. The Office, he noted, will endeavour to strengthen supervision and promote good public administration, while supporting the HKSAR Government in improving governance and public services, with a view to enhancing the public's sense of fulfilment and happiness.
At the meeting, Mr Chi shared the work and governance experiences of the Shanghai Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection and the Commission of Supervision, and recognised the Office's strategic initiatives and achievements. He also encouraged the Office's staff members to seize this opportunity to enhance their awareness of national policies while cultivating a strong sense of patriotism. Conveying his thanks to Mr Chi for his recognition of the Office's work and guidance, and to the Commission for the thoughtful arrangements during this visit, Mr Chan noted his anticipation of maintaining close co-operation and exchanges between the two sides.
The delegation and programme participants subsequently visited the Memorial Hall of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China. Immersed in the rich collection of cultural relics and historical exhibits, they developed a deeper appreciation of the Party's glorious history of struggle and remarkable achievements. The visit reinforced their understanding of the Party’s founding vision and mission, inspiring them to press ahead with their responsibilities in mind, and work together in contributing to the country's prosperity and development, and a better life for fellow countrymen.
Later on, the delegation and programme participants will tour cutting-edge technological venues and public facilities, including the Exhibition on Shanghai’s Sci-tech Innovation, Zhangjiang Robotics Valley, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall and the Party-mass Service Centre. These activities will facilitate their fuller grasp of Shanghai's latest progress and achievements in municipal governance, technological innovation and public services.
Ends/Monday, September 21, 2026
Issued at HKT 18:27
Issued at HKT 18:27
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