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MILITARYAug 17Military Summer Camps For Hong Kong Youth ConcludeMilitary summer camps for Hong Kong youth have concluded. This event suggests an effort to engage young people with military-related activities in the region.eng.chinamil.com.cn · China
MILITARYAug 15Hong Kong stages first counterterrorism drill at redeveloped Huanggang crossingHong Kong authorities have conducted a counterterrorism drill at the revamped Huanggang border crossing and used a new “crowd flow” test to simulate an unexpected surge in passenger numbers, with about 5,000 civil servants taking part. The counterterrorism exercise on Saturday was the first such drill to be held at the redeveloped checkpoint building. A Security Bureau spokesman said civil servants from around 30 bureaus took part in the drill, which aimed to test authorities’ management of...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 3500 Hong Kong students get taste of military life as PLA summer camp returnsAbout 500 Hong Kong students are getting a taste of army life, with the PLA garrison launching its annual summer camp to instil patriotism and discipline, and teach military skills, among young people. Among the new recruits is Lo Wan-lung, a Form One student at Salesian English School who is attending the two-week camp for the first time. Attracted by the chance of weapons-related training, the young military enthusiast said he was curious to experience holding weapons during mock shooting...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 1Hong Kong garrison holds reception marking 99th anniversary of PLA’s foundingThe Hong Kong garrison of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) celebrated the 99th anniversary of the military’s founding on Saturday with a reception at the barracks on Stonecutters Island, with a top officer pledging to expand its role in promoting patriotic and defence education across the city. Speaking at the reception at the Ngong Shuen Chau Barracks, garrison political commissar Rear Admiral Lai Ruxin said troops would resolutely obey the command of the Communist Party of China, while...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 6PLA naval ships Nanning , Hengyang depart Hong KongTwo naval ships from the People's Liberation Army, the Nanning and Hengyang, have departed from Hong Kong. This represents a routine movement of military assets in the region.hongkongherald.com · China
MILITARYJul 5Residents tour PLA ships to celebrate 29th anniversary of Hong Kong return to motherlandHong Kong residents toured PLA ships to commemorate the 29th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China. This event combines military presence with a political anniversary.china.org.cn · China
MILITARYJul 5Residents tour PLA ships to celebrate 29th anniversary of Hong Kong return to motherlandResidents have toured PLA ships as part of celebrations for the 29th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. This event highlights public engagement with military presence during a commemorative occasion.cambodiantimes.com · Cambodia
MILITARYJul 5Residents tour PLA ships to celebrate 29th anniversary of Hong Kong return to motherlandResidents in Hong Kong toured PLA ships as part of celebrations for the 29th anniversary of the region's return to China. This event marks a significant historical milestone with military involvement.hongkongherald.com · China
MILITARYJul 3Hong Kong students tour PLA Navy warships for lesson on national defenceGroups of Hong Kong students on Friday had a lesson aboard two PLA Navy warships moored at Stonecutters Island’s Ngong Shuen Chau Barracks on Friday. They toured guided-missile destroyer Nanning and guided-missile frigate Hengyang, which arrived for a five-day port call that started on Thursday. The port call marked the 29th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese sovereignty on July 1. Pui Kiu College student Jas Xu said stepping into the ship cabins and observing the interior weapon...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 2Residents, visitors flock to waterfront as PLA navy ships sail into Hong KongResidents and tourists have flocked to Hong Kong’s harbourfronts to welcome two People’s Liberation Army (PLA) naval vessels on a five-day port call to the city. The guided-missile destroyer Nanning and the guided-missile frigate Hengyang sailed into Hong Kong via Lei Yue Mun and Victoria Harbour on Thursday morning, with the ships arriving at Ngong Shuen Chau Barracks at 9am and 9.40am respectively. A PLA band began to play celebratory music to welcome the Hengyang’s arrival at 9am, with dozens...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJun 27Thousands flock to PLA airbase amid Hong Kong handover celebrationsThousands of residents have braved the scorching heat to watch helicopter demonstrations and try out military equipment at a PLA airbase near Hong Kong’s border. Military enthusiast Kin Man arrived at Shek Kong with his mother from Tai Po more than an hour before the 9am opening on Saturday. They were among the first ticket holders in line for the open day, part of celebrations marking the 29th anniversary of the city’s handover on July 1. “I’m interested in everything military, especially the...South China Morning Post