Benson Kwok named as Director of Immigration

The Central People's Government, on the nomination and recommendation of the Chief Executive, John Lee Ka-chiu, has on Tuesday approved the appointment of Benson Kwok Joon-fung, formerly Deputy Director of Immigration, as Director of Immigration.

Au Ka-wang will be removed from the post of Director of Immigration with effect from today, as he proceeded on pre-retirement leave on the same day after serving the Immigration Department for 34 years.

Chief Executive Lee said Kwok has served in the Immigration Department for 34 years and has extensive experience in departmental operations.

“He possesses solid management and leadership skills. I am confident that he will lead the Immigration Department to meet the challenges ahead." Lee said.

Meanwhile, commenting on Au’s retirement, Lee said Au has led the Immigration Department to become an immigration service that displays high efficiency and professionalism since taking up the appointment as Director of Immigration in July 2020.

“On behalf of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, I convey my gratitude to Mr Au for his contribution to the HKSAR and wish him a happy retirement," Lee added.