A total of 48 teams of young children, primary and secondary school students, and flag-raising squads were reviewed. The Hong Kong Garrison of the Chinese People's Liberation Army dispatched 60 honor guard soldiers and 40 military band members to conduct the flag-raising ceremony, allowing students of different ages and the general public to deepen their understanding of flag-raising etiquette, strengthen their national identity, and enhance public awareness of the Hong Kong Garrison. During the event, a spectacular performance by the joint-school marching band was held, featuring a rendition of the famous Scottish bagpipe tune "Highland Cathedral," showcasing the members' versatility and innovative spirit.
Strengthening the youth's commitment to the country
In her speech, Mrs. Regina Leung stated that although the Hong Kong Flag-raising Team Association is relatively young and receives less funding compared to other uniformed groups, it is full of positive energy and therefore requires more support from all sectors of society. Through the training process, young members learn cooperation and discipline. Participating in the review ceremony alongside the Hong Kong Garrison allows them to witness the event firsthand, which significantly enhances their sense of commitment to the country.
Afterward, Mrs. Regina Leung presented five major awards: the "Distinguished Service Medal," "Meritorious Service Medal," "Director's Commendation," "Distinguished Service Certificate," and "Meritorious Service Certificate," to honor school mentors, principals, and officers of the association who have made significant contributions to its development.
That afternoon, the Hong Kong Flag-raising Team Association and Hip Shing Hong held the "Little Drops, Big Achievements: Charity Piggy Bank Design Competition and Fundraising Award Ceremony." Florence Hui, Under Secretary for Home Affairs, was invited to officiate the event, which was attended by nearly 1,000 people, creating a lively atmosphere.
This competition encouraged students to unleash their unlimited creativity to design the most innovative piggy banks. By saving small amounts of pocket money in these piggy banks every day, they accumulated both money and care to be donated to those in need. The event lasted over two months, starting from last November, and involved nearly 5,000 participants.
In her speech at the ceremony, Florence Hui noted that the "Piggy Ambassadors" played an important role in instilling the habit of saving in students and encouraging them to care for others from a young age, making the event a complete success.
