Safeguarding security among key duties: customs chief

[RTHK] - 12/31/2024

The new commissioner for customs and excise, Chan Tsz-tat, said on Tuesday that safeguarding national security is among the key areas of work for his team. Chan, 54, was appointed by the State Council in the morning to take over from Louise Ho who is retiring. Chan said officers are well-trained (…)



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