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"His sound knowledge and ample experience in the operation and maintenance of air-conditioning plants has helped to ensure the performance of the plants at their best at all times.

"Mr Wong is always keen to acquire knowledge in the field particularly of new design/model and is most willing to share his experience and knowledge with his colleagues and subordinates.

"He has set a very good example to his colleagues and his service is greatly valued by his senior officers," Mr Phillipson said.

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Lots of opportunities open for government apprentices

Hong Kong's continual prosperity and its rapid integration into the strong economy of China provide lots of opportunities for newly graduated government apprentices.

This was said by the Director of Water Supplies, Mr Hu Man-shiu, when he officiated at a graduation ceremony for government craft apprentices today (Friday).

Mr Hu said Hong Kong was the hub of the world's fastest growing region, and the Government would continue to invest heavily in its infrastructure to strengthen and capitalise on its unique position in the region.

"The many major infrastructure projects now under way and the many more that will commence in the next few years, coupled with the fact that Hong Kong is also undergoing a rapid integration into the strong economy of China, have created a great demand for well trained craftsmen." he said.

Graduating today are 23 craft apprentices who have successfully completed a four-year training programme comprising both theoretical learning and practical work through studying at technical institutes and attachments to the various workshops of the participating government departments.