Secretary for Security Chris Tang has stated that more than 100 trial exercises will be held at the redeveloped Huanggang port prior to its official opening, to ensure everything runs without hitches. These drills will include large‑scale cross‑boundary stress tests conducted jointly with Shenzhen authorities, involving at least 10,000 participants.
Speaking after a site visit with lawmakers on Saturday (Aug. 1), Tang said that renovation work and the fine‑tuning of facilities are still in progress. The drills, he added, will assess traffic capacity, anti‑terrorism readiness, and potential mechanical failures.
"We have at least 100 different types of exercises before we consider the opening of the port area," he said. "We will have a few large‑scale cross‑boundary joint exercises with the Shenzhen side, involving at least over 10,000 participants. When we consider that the operation is smooth and safe, then we will, jointly with the Shenzhen side, consider when to open. It is both our wish that it will be opened as soon as possible."
Tang also noted that civil servants will take part in the stress tests, mirroring the approach taken before the Kai Tak Stadium launch. Extra staff will be recruited to assist travellers during the initial phase of the port's operation.
Legislative Council President Starry Lee expressed public anticipation for the opening. She urged government departments to conduct the tests swiftly and prepare contingency plans for emergencies. She also called for early announcements regarding public transport arrangements at the border checkpoint.
The Hong Kong Port Area officially came under the SAR's jurisdiction on Friday.
(Source: RTHK)
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