Following is the transcript of remarks made by the Secretary for Food and Health, Dr Ko Wing-man, after attending a radio phone-in programme this morning (January 17):

Reporter: Can I ask about Carrie Lam? You just mentioned that she is a suitable candidate or a suitable person to become the next Chief Executive. Can you explain why you believe that?

Secretary for Food and Health: I have to make it clear that the reason I responded to this particular question is that in the past four and a half years, I have been working very closely with Mrs Carrie Lam. I consider Mrs Lam is a very capable person with the heart to serve Hong Kong people. I would limit my comment at this stage.

(Please also refer to the Chinese portion of the transcript.)

Ends/Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Issued at HKT 11:07

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