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The following is issued on behalf of the Commission on Youth:
The Secretary for Food and Health, Dr York Chow, attended an exchange session with youths today (December 9) to discuss the healthcare reform proposals at the second stage consultation. The session was organised by the Commission on Youth (COY).
Dr Chow said, "Young people are the hosts of our future. Their views are vital to the reform and sustainable development of Hong Kong's healthcare system. The voluntary Health Protection Scheme is a crucial part of the inter-linked healthcare reform initiatives.
"I hope that the discussion tonight can spark off new ideas, viewpoints and inspiration on the way forward for healthcare reform and also on the design of the Health Protection Scheme," He added.
The Chairman of the COY, Mr Chan Chun-bun, said that the COY would continue to organise exchange sessions and invite government representatives to attend, so that the young people will have direct communication with them on topics of concern.
The Youth Exchange Session was held at the Youth Square in Chai Wan.
Ends/Thursday, December 9, 2010
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