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The Force Remembrance Day ceremony was held at the Police Headquarters on November 7 to honour regular and auxiliary officers who had fallen in the line of duty. Commissioner Chow Yat-ming, Commandant of the Hong Kong Auxiliary Police Force (HKAPF) Leung Sai-kwong, Senior Directorate Group members, officers at Assistant Commissioner rank and their auxiliary and civilian equivalents, as well as representatives from major formations of the Force, HKAPF and staff associations, attended the ceremony.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Commissioner noted that retired and serving Force members were gathered in memory of the officers who sacrificed their lives in pursuit of the Force's mission. He said that the fallen officers' tenacity in preserving law and order, courage in times of danger and passion in serving the community were commemorated and honoured. Their legacy has been etched in history, underscoring that the job of police is a mission worthy of pride. Their dedication to safeguarding the society and people's lives and property has not only been exemplary for each and every one in the Force but has also left a lasting impression on the public, fortifying the long-established professional image of the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF).
He mentioned that the spirit of the fallen comrades and all devoted Force members has led generations of colleagues to pass on professionalism and the finest traditions. This has enabled the entire Force to forge ahead and tide over obstacles despite challenges to law and order, major incidents, natural disasters and pandemics, allowing Hong Kong to be back on the right track and ensuring the stability of citizens' lives.
The Commissioner continued, "The global environment remains dynamic and complex. Safeguarding national security and maintaining law and order still require our all-out efforts. I am fully confident that every member of the Force, including regular, civilian and auxiliary, will continue to uphold the professional spirit of our predecessors." He encouraged colleagues to face challenges head-on, strive for excellence and exemplify unity and strength as "One Force", ensuring the HKPF remains one of the finest law enforcement agencies in the world.
On conclusion of the Commissioner’s speech, the Last Post was played by the bugler of the Police Band and those present observed a two-minute silence in tribute. The Commissioner and Commandant of HKAPF laid the wreaths from the Force and HKAPF respectively.
