The delegation of the Legislative Council ("LegCo") Panel on Education concluded its duty visit in Finland yesterday (13 September, Finland time) and returned to Hong Kong today (14 September, Hong Kong time).

On the last day of visit, the delegation visited the Oulu Vocational College, one of the biggest vocational upper secondary education and training institutes in Finland.  Members of the delegation learnt about the implementation of vocational education and training in Finland.

The delegation then attended a lunch meeting hosted by officials of the City of Oulu, including the Chairman of the City Board, Professor Kyösti OIKARINEN, and the Director of Education and Culture, Mr Mika PENTTILÄ.  Both sides exchanged views on issues of mutual concern. 

In addition, the delegation visited the Hiukkavaara School and Community Centre to observe a wide range of education, day care, recreational and cultural facilities. 

In summing up the five-day duty visit, the delegation leader Hon IP Kin-yuen described the visit as very fruitful.  "Through discussions with government officials and representatives of education institutions, members have obtained a better understanding of the renowned education system in Finland.  It facilitates our discussion with the Administration on the formulation of better policies and initiatives to facilitate happy learning and multiple articulation pathways for students in Hong Kong," Hon IP said.

"The delegation would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Ministry of Education and Culture in Finland, the City of Oulu, and the Consulate-General of Finland in Hong Kong for their tremendous efforts in making the visit a huge success.  We are thankful for the warmest hospitality the delegation received during our stay in Finland," Hon IP added. 

The delegation which visited Finland from 9 to 13 September is led by the Chairman of the LegCo Panel on Education cum leader Hon IP Kin-yuen, and the Deputy Chairman of the Panel cum deputy leader Hon Vincent CHENG Wing-shun.  Other participating members include Panel members Hon Michael TIEN Puk-sun, Dr Hon Fernando CHEUNG Chiu-hung and Hon CHAN Hoi-yan; as well as non-Panel members Hon Elizabeth QUAT and Hon Tony TSE Wai-chuen.

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The delegation of the Legislative Council ("The LegCo delegation") visits the Oulu Vocational College to learn about the implementation of vocational education and training in Finland.

Members of the LegCo delegation interact with teachers and students of the Oulu Vocational College.

The LegCo delegation visits the Oulu City Hall.  The leader of the delegation Hon IP Kin-yuen (front row fifth left) presents a souvenir to the Chairman of the City Board of Oulu, Professor Kyösti OIKARINEN (front row sixth left).

Photo shows (front row from left) Dr Hon Fernando CHEUNG Chiu-hung, Hon Tony TSE Wai-chuen, Hon CHAN Hoi-yan, deputy leader Hon Vincent CHENG Wing-shun, leader Hon IP Kin-yuen, Professor Kyösti OIKARINEN, Hon Elizabeth QUAT and Director of Education and Culture of City of Oulu, Mr Mika PENTTILÄ.

The LegCo delegation tours the Hiukkavaara School and Community Centre.

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