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     â€‹Hong Kong Customs yesterday (October 14) detected a passenger drug trafficking case at Hong Kong International Airport and seized about 11 kilograms of suspected cocaine with an estimated market value of about $12 million.

     A 51-year-old male passenger arrived in Hong Kong from Sint Maarten via Paris, France, yesterday. During customs clearance, Customs officers found the batch of suspected cocaine concealed inside the interlinings of the cushions and the back of his check-in electric wheelchair. The man was subsequently arrested.

     An investigation is ongoing.

     Following the resumption of normal travel and exchanges with the Mainland and other parts of the world, the number of visitors to Hong Kong has also been increasing steadily. Customs will continue to apply a risk assessment approach and focus on selecting passengers from high-risk regions for clearance to combat transnational drug trafficking activities.

     Under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, trafficking in a dangerous drug is a serious offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $5 million and life imprisonment.

     Members of the public may report any suspected drug trafficking activities to Customs’ 24-hour hotline 2545 6182 or its dedicated crime-reporting email account (crimereport@customs.gov.hk) or online form (eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002/).

  

     The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, met the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, Mr James Marape, at Government House today (October 15). The Acting Financial Secretary, Mr Michael Wong; and the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, also attended the meeting.
      
     Mr Lee welcomed Mr James Marape’s visit to Hong Kong. Noting that Hong Kong and Papua New Guinea have been maintaining a close relationship in business, Mr Lee said despite the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, the merchandise trade between the two places recorded a substantial increase of 34 per cent in the past three years, from US$65 million in 2019 to US$87 million in 2022.
      
     Pointing out that Papua New Guinea was the first Pacific country to sign a memorandum of understanding with the nation for co-operation on the Belt and Road Initiative in 2018, Mr Lee encouraged more Papua New Guinea enterprises to leverage Hong Kong’s institutional strengths, such as the commitment to the rule of law, the free flow of information and capital, a simple and competitive tax system, with a view to seizing opportunities brought by the Belt and Road Initiative. 
      
     Mr Lee said he looks forward to continuing to strengthen ties between the two places, and jointly explore opportunities for further co-operation, so as to achieve mutual benefits.

  

    ​The Commissioner of Customs and Excise, Ms Louise Ho, today (October 15) attended a “Customs YES” National Day celebration event – “Starry Road” movie screening and sharing session and interacted with the “Customs YES” youth members, their families and friends. Other guests included members of the Executive Committee and the Honorary Presidents’ Association of “Customs YES”, and directorates of Hong Kong Customs.
 
     In her welcoming remarks, Ms Ho said, “‘Customs YES’ aims to enable youth members understand that success is never easy through this National Day celebration event. You may encounter difficulties in study or career, but perseverance and an indomitable spirit can help you embark on the road to success. Never give up in face of obstacles or failure. Rather, you should adjust your mindset and strategies and continue to advance towards your goals and achieve your dreams.”
 
     Ms Evonne Shuai, representing the producers of “Starry Road”, was also invited to share the behind-the-scenes stories of the movie’s production with the audience. After watching the movie, many participating “Customs YES” members expressed that the movie made them realise that Hong Kong is a fortunate place, and they will treasure the available resources and opportunities to learn and equip themselves for a prosperous future.
 
     “Customs YES” has all along organised diverse activities including exchange tours to different provinces and cities on the Mainland, and the Greater Bay Area Summer Internship Program, that allow members to learn about the latest developments and achievements of the country. For more details, please visit www.customsyes.hk.

        

     ​Miss Kathy Ma will assume the post of District Officer (Sai Kung) tomorrow (October 16), succeeding Mr Frank Tsang.        Miss Ma joined the Administrative Service in 2009. She has served in vario… read more

     The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, today (October 15) congratulated Hong Kong athletes Wu Siu-hong, Ivan Tse and Tony Wong on winning in Men’s Trios in the 2023 IBF World Bowling Championships.
      
     Mr Yeung said, “Wu, Tse and Wong won the Championships for Hong Kong with their excellent skills and perseverance. Hong Kong people are thrilled by their remarkable achievement. We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to them.” read more