New generation of Hong Kong police will need ‘iron bones’, security chief says

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Harvey KongJanuary 31, 2026 at 10:57 AM

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Hong Kong's Security Secretary Chris Tang Ping-keung stated that the new generation of police officers will need "iron bones" to withstand ongoing "oppression by hostile foreign forces." Tang made the remarks at a police passing-out parade on Saturday. He emphasized the need for officers to stand firm and speak the truth in the face of threats from anti-China elements seeking to destabilize Hong Kong. Tang also referenced President Xi Jinping's view that safeguarding national security and social stability are the police force's "sacred duties." He also became emotional recalling the force's work recovering remains from a fire last November.

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