Secretary for Security Tang Ping-keung today reviewed the Fire & Ambulance Services Teen Connect (FAST Connect) Rally in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China.

About 250 members of FAST Connect participated in the event aimed at strengthening the members’ sense of identity with, belonging to, and pride towards the country.

During the rally held at the Fire & Ambulance Services Academy, the team members demonstrated team spirit through singing the national anthem and performing a Chinese-style foot drill. Guards of Honour of FAST Connect and the Fire Services Department (FSD) also jointly conducted a flag raising ceremony.

Addressing the rally, Mr Tang stated that the Security Bureau and its disciplined forces attach great importance to fostering young people’s positive thinking, law-abiding awareness and team spirit to train up future leaders for the country and Hong Kong.

Since the establishment of FAST Connect in 2021 by the FSD, its members have participated in a variety of exchange activities to better grasp the country’s latest developments and deepen their national identity.

Today’s rally is a showcase of their fruitful training results, Mr Tang highlighted.

He expressed hope that the members would keep in mind the FSD’s mission of “serving with courage, passion and commitment”, as well as upholding the spirit of dedication, resilience and determination. He also encouraged the members to diligently equip themselves to become participants in Hong Kong’s advancement from stability to prosperity.

They should foster a strong sense of patriotism, contribute to “one country, two systems” and national rejuvenation, and be good storytellers of China who understand global trends well, the security chief advised.