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The Black Watch is the resident infantry battalion of the Hong Kong Garrison. Duties since their arrival in February have included assisting with anti-smuggling operations in conjunction with the Royal Hong Kong Police, border observation duties and the guarding of key installations.
Their most high-profile role will be as ceremonial troops during the handover ceremonies in June.
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Reunion planned for Hong Kong Chinese Falklands veterans
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The former captain of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) Sir Galahad lost with many casualties, including some from Hong Kong, during the Falklands Conflict in 1982 - is anxious to trace local Chinese sailors who served with him on the Sir Galahad and on her sister ship, the RFA Sir Tristram during that campaign.
Captain Philip Roberts now commands the RFA Sir Percivale, which arrives in Hong Kong on May 5 as part of the drawdown operation of the British Garrison in preparation for the Handover.
He is planning a reunion at the Mariners Club, Kowloon, to coincide with the 15th anniversary of the day when the Sir Galahad was lost. Following a memorial service, a wreath will be laid for the Chinese crew killed in the Falklands Conflict.
Capt Roberts said: "We would like as many as possible of the Hong Kong Chinese crewmen who served in the RFA Sir Galahad and Sir Tristram during the Falklands Conflict to come to the reunion. Please contact Mr Lau Yui Sang on 2746 0245 (before April 30) or the Secretary, The Mariners Club, on 2368 8261, and give your name and the position you held in the ship."
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