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The finale of the Scheme would be a "Clean and Green Countryside Fun Day" to be arranged in May next year in a scenic country park, Mr Lee continued.

Winners and outstanding participants of the clean and green activities would be invited to the Fun Day so that they could enjoy the clean and green countryside and share their experience in countryside conservation.

Activities for Clean and Green 1995-96 include "Know Your Country Parks" Guided Walk; Cleaning Country Parks Campaign and Quiz on Countryside Interests. Participating groups and individuals will be presented with pennants and souvenirs.

There will also be a gift design competition in which participants are required to prepare a handy-size gift resembling plants. wildlife or other countryside interests from waste material. The top winner will be awarded $1,500 and a trophy.

Details of the clean and green activities are contained in posters displayed in country parks, schools, housing estates and other popular public venues.

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Young people play important roles in society

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Young people are confronted with unprecedented challenges presented by the impending social change of the territory, the Chairman of the Commission on Youth, Mr Eric Li, said today (Sunday).

Speaking at the opening ceremony of a youth forum in commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the International Youth Year. Mr Li said young people were playing important roles in our community.

"To help them face up to the challenges during this period of great changes while fulfilling their responsibilities towards society, we have chosen a forum theme that would encourage examination of their character and identity," he said. "It is hoped that the event would give young people an opportunity to reflect and exchange views to help build up their self-confidence and self-esteem.