The Civil Service

185.     In response to rising community expectations, our civil servants will uphold their professionalism and deliver quality services in pursuit of excellence.  I extend my heartfelt thanks to the civil service for their sustained efforts.  Relocation of bureaux to the new Central Government Complex at Tamar is now underway.  I believe our civil service will put into practice the new complex's design concepts of “connecting people” and “keeping the door open” and continue serving and contributing to the community in an accommodating manner by adhering to the principle of putting people first.

National Education

186.     To strengthen students' sense of national identity and commitment to national development, we should help them gain a comprehensive understanding of our motherland from different perspectives through systematic study.

187.     We consulted the public on the implementation of the Moral and National Education Curriculum this year.  The education sector generally agrees with the philosophy and importance of introducing the curriculum, and has given valuable views on the mode and timetable of delivery, curriculum content and support measures.  The Curriculum Development Council will submit revised proposals to the Government shortly for detailed consideration.

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