Secretary for Development Michael Wong officiated at the completion ceremony of the Tung Chung East Promenade first phase improvement works and opening of the Tung Chung Community Liaison Centre today.

Mr Wong said the Tung Chung East Promenade improvement works set out to provide the community with a new pedestrian-friendly waterfront promenade with greening space and a cycle track, which would enhance the waterfront and strengthen connectivity in the area.

The whole section of the promenade, about 400m in length, is expected to be completed in phases and open to the public progressively by the end of next year.

The community liaison centre, which officially opened today, is located next to the first phase improvement of the Tung Chung East Promenade section.

It was constructed through the renovation and modification of an unused site office and its architectural design echoes that of the adjoining waterfront promenade.

The centre consists of a thematic exhibition zone, a Cave Automatic Virtual Environment system and interactive exhibits and models to enhance the public's understanding of the development projects and conservation efforts of the Sustainable Lantau Office under the Civil Engineering & Development Department as well as the nature, culture and history of Lantau.

Mr Wong hopes that the centre would provide an additional channel to connect with the local community, with a view to promoting the sustainable development of Lantau.

In addition to public visits through online reservation, some areas of the centre will also be open for non-governmental organisations and schools to hold activities by reservation in order to share the space for public enjoyment.