HONG KONG - China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Netherlands on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to mark the establishment of a bilateral Working Holiday Scheme for young people of the two places.The agreement was signed by the HKSAR government's Secretary for Labor and Welfare, Law Chi-kwong, and the Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Hong Kong, Annemieke Ruigrok.Law said, "Apart from broadening their horizons, this scheme provides an opportunity for young people in Hong Kong and the Netherlands to gain living and working experience in a foreign culture."Ruigrok hailed the MoU as a sign of the excellent shape of friendly relations between the Netherlands and Hong Kong. She encouraged young people to make full use of the opportunities provided by the scheme. "This will lead to a deeper understanding of each other's cultures, which will further strengthen our relations, today and in the future," she said.The scheme with the Netherlands is Hong Kong's 13th working holiday scheme. Since 2001, Hong Kong has established working holiday schemes with New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, Germany, Japan, Canada, South Korea, France, Britain, Austria, Hungary and Sweden. So far, more than 85,000 Hong Kong youths have benefited from these schemes.The working holiday scheme between Hong Kong and the Netherlands will commence operation on Jan 1 next year. Under the scheme, youths from each side will be able to apply for a visa, which will allow them to stay in the Netherlands or Hong Kong for up to 12 months. During the period, they may work to finance their stay or study short-term courses. There will be an annual quota of 100 from each side. wristbands with a messagetyvek event wristbandsprinted wristbands
A skincare-themed forum and education campaign in Beijing marked the 12th National Skin Care Day on Friday.Incorporating scientific skincare techniques, reasonable cleaning, moisturizing and sunscreen use, the campaign was initiated by the Chinese Medical Doctor Association (CMDA) and Peking Union Medical College Hospital to unveil guidebooks to popularize scientific skincare information.According to the forum, skin cleansing is the foundation for skin health while moisturizing helps maintain a protective layer. Sunscreen is to protect skin from aging and lesions.The guidebooks focus on the three processes and use easy-to-understand language. They tackle questions of common concern, like how to properly wash the face and how to select moisturizer and sun cream.Dermatological experts with the CMDA gave a detailed interpretation to the guidebooks and answered questions from forum participants.The books are geared to everyone, and as well those with special concerns, such as senior citizens, teenagers and pregnant women. Free skin care consultation was offered after the forum.The campaign was conducted simultaneously among more than 500 hospitals nationwide.
