Commissioner of Police King-shing Tang of China
Tang joined the Royal Hong Kong Police in 1976, as a Probationary Inspector and served in many different departments such as the SDU (Special Duties Unit) and the District Commander of Airport.
Speaking on a local radio show, Tang said each district has one or two dedicated teams, and front-line Police officers also have an action checklist and a referral-assessment form to tackle family violence cases.
On the force's manpower situation, Tang said they planned to recruit as many as 1,305 staff in 2007-08.
In a meet-the-media session Friday afternoon, Tang said it was an honor to be appointed Police Commissioner.
52-year-old Tang joined the force in 1976 as a Probationary Inspector.
Mr Tang said the detection rate was 44.
7 per cent ), Mr Tang said Police spared no efforts in the fight against these crimes.
Introducing the seven operational priorities for this year, Mr Tang said the contents were revised commensurate with the crime trend last year and the views of the frontline commanders.
In the fight against triad activities, Mr Tang said Police had strengthened intelligence network with the Mainland, Macau, and overseas law enforcement agencies to enhance the capacity to address triad-related crime.
On anti-terrorism, Mr Tang said the Force would strengthen intelligence work, conduct regular exercise and provide timely risk assessments in connection with major events to promote the community awareness in combating acts of terrorism.
To combat trafficking and abuse of dangerous drugs, Mr Tang said Police would strengthen co-operation in operations with the Mainland authority and overseas law enforcement agencies to stop the flow of illicit drugs.
Turning to the offences related to vistors and illegal immigrants, Mr Tang said the Force would implement strategies to address theft, pickpocketing and street deception and would also target illegal syndicated activities, particularly prostitution.
On road safety front, Mr Tang said Police would take enforcement action through ¡§Selective Traffic Enforcement Policy¡¨, commensurate with the prevailing accident trends and causation factors to ensure smooth traffic and the safety of road users.
Tang said the police force had been providing emotional counselling services for its staff.
On the arrest of illegal immigrants, Mr Tang said that for the first half of 2003, 1,748 were arrested, representing a drop of 45 per cent when compared with 3,154 arrested in the corresponding period of 2002.
However, Tang said that he was confident of fulfilling his duty as he had experienced many major events over the past years such as the returning ceremony on July 1, 1997 and the 6th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization held here in December 2005.
Tang said that comparing with other international cities, Hong Kong still remains one of the safest ones in the world, citing the city's crime rate standing only at 1,100 to 1,200 cases per 100, 000 people.
standing only at 1,100 to 1,200 cases per 100, 000 people.
Mr Tang has attended various enhancement courses in the past years.
performed the role of a Divisional Commander.
Conference of the World Trade Organization held here in December 2005.
When they dined me in at the mess, they still trooped the duck," Tang said in an interview.
Commenting on the appointment of Mr Tang King-shing, the Chief Executive said: "Mr Tang has served in the Hong Kong Police Force for nearly 31 years and has extensive knowledge and experience in the operations and management of the Police Force.
Mr Tang has held a variety of posts in the Police Force.
During his career in the Police Force, Mr Tang has received many awards.
Tang said it may be caused by individual staff using personal computers.
disciplinary action may be taken if staff do not follow the rules.
Chief Executive Donald Tsang said Mr Tang has served formore than 30 years and has extensive knowledge and experience in the force's operations and management.
Over the years, Mr Tang has made great efforts in enhancing the efficiency and professionalism of the Police Force.
Mr Tang said it was an honour to be appointed Police Commissioner.
Mr Tang said last year saw 454 young people aged under 21 arrested for serious narcotics offences, 61% more than in 2005.
Mr Tang said about 67% of these crime cases have been referred to courts for follow-up action.
Noting the Force'saim is to protect victims, investigate and refer cases to experts when necessary, Mr Tang said adopting a multi-agency approach is key to tackling the problem.
Regarding the number of juveniles (aged 10-15) arrested for crime, Mr Tang said the figure dipped 0.
Mr Tang said the Government has set up committees to steer these projects, including the security aspects.
Although there are challenges ahead, Mr Tang expressed confidence in maintaining Hong Kong as one of the world's safest cities.
In recognition of his police service Mr TANG has been awarded the Hong Kong Police Medals for Distinguished and Meritorious Service, the Colonial and HKSAR Police Long Service Medals and the Chief Executives Commendation.
Mr TANG is married with three sons.
Tang said officers began talks in the past week with more than 20 local groups over possible protests during the Games.
PMr Tang said yesterday one of his priorities would be examining police pay scales, a serious bone of contention within the force, whose members have not received pay increases for several years.