Hongkongers detained in Southeast Asia have the next probability to be rescued, the safety chief has stated, vowing the federal government will spare no effort to deliver them again regardless of challenges.
Secretary for Safety Chris Tang Ping-keung on Thursday additionally urged victims’ households to instantly report any ransom calls to keep away from being deceived once more.
His remarks got here as authorities officers are anticipated later within the day to satisfy households of the 12 Hong Kong residents who have been lured into working at rip-off farms in Southeast Asian international locations.
Earlier this week, Undersecretary for Safety Michael Cheuk Hau-yip led a process pressure on a two-day journey to Thailand, with native authorities sharing intelligence, together with the way to rescue these 12.
“In contrast to earlier than, employees from the Hong Kong aspect now have direct contact with supervisors within the area who’re in control of the rescue … That helps loads in enhancing effectivity and staying on the identical web page for collaboration,” Tang stated in a tv interview.
“In the meantime, Thai authorities are additionally dedicated to the rescue. With devotion from either side, I believe the detained Hongkongers have a a lot increased probability to come back again residence,” he added.