Deputy Commissioner (Operations) (DCP OPS) Siu Chak-yee, accompanied by Director of Operations Kwok Yam-yung, officiated at the grand opening of the new Kowloon East Higher Command (KE HICOM) on November 6 in the new Kowloon East Regional Headquarters (KE RHQ) Complex, Kai Tak.

Addressing the ceremony, DCP OPS said the application of technology in police command centres could effectively improve operational capabilities and efficiency as evidenced in Operation TIDERIDER. With the relocation of KE RHQ from Tseung Kwan O Police Station to the new complex, KE HICOM is upgraded with a wide variety of state-of-the-art information technology facilities. The new KE HICOM not only provides an excellent workplace for officers discharging commanding duties, but also strengthens the operational coordination between various units within and outwith KE Region, giving the best readiness for the Force to cope with new challenges arising from the rapid development of Kowloon East area.

KE Regional Commander Lui Kam-ho attributed the successful completion of the new KE HICOM to the concerted effort of KE officers, and different supporting headquarters units, including Communications Branch, Information Technology Branch, and Planning and Development Branch.

DCP OPS also took the occasion to express his gratitude to all KE officers for their unswerving efforts in Operation TIDERIDER and casted his vote of confidence to officers for rising to challenges ahead.

An officer introduces the facilities of the new Kowloon East Higher Command.