John Tse Chun-chung Appointed as Director of Information Services

May 4, 2026, 09:31
HKPolitics

Introduction

The Hong Kong government has appointed John Tse Chun-chung to lead the Information Services Department.

Main Body

Mr. Tse's appointment began on Tuesday following a new recruitment process. For the first time, the government used both internal applications and open recruitment for director-level positions in information services and food and environmental hygiene. The monthly salary for this role is set between HK$287,990 and HK$296,535. Mr. Tse has a professional background that moved from law enforcement to strategic communications. He joined the police force in 1999 and became well-known as a chief superintendent who managed daily press briefings during the social unrest of 2019. Furthermore, he worked as a communications secretary in the Chief Executive's Office and served as the government's information coordinator starting in mid-2024. Secretary for the Civil Service Ingrid Yeung explained the decision by emphasizing Mr. Tse's administrative experience and his skills in media management. Consequently, the administration believes his leadership will help the government share its policies more effectively and improve Hong Kong's image internationally.

Conclusion

John Tse Chun-chung has started his role as director of information services on a three-year contract.

Learning

The 'Connecting Bridge' Logic

To move from A2 to B2, you must stop using only simple sentences (like "He was a police officer. He is now a director.") and start using Connectors. These words act like glue, showing the relationship between two ideas.

🔍 Spotted in the text:

  • "Furthermore" →\rightarrow Used to add more professional information.
  • "Consequently" →\rightarrow Used to show a result (Because of his skills →\rightarrow the government believes he will succeed).

🛠️ How to use them like a B2 speaker:

WordWhen to use itSimple Version (A2)B2 Upgrade
FurthermoreWhen adding a second, stronger point."And also...""He is experienced. Furthermore, he is a leader."
ConsequentlyWhen the second sentence happens because of the first."So...""He has law experience. Consequently, he is great at rules."

💡 Pro Tip: The 'Professional Shift' Notice how the text describes Mr. Tse's career. Instead of saying "He changed jobs," it says his background "moved from law enforcement to strategic communications."

Using verbs like 'move' or 'transition' to describe a change in life or career is a classic B2 trait. It sounds smoother and more academic than simply saying "changed."

Vocabulary Learning

recruitment (n.)
The process of finding and hiring suitable candidates for a job.
Example:The recruitment of new staff started in January.
director-level (adj.)
Positions that are at the level of a director within an organization.
Example:She was promoted to a director-level role after five years.
salary (n.)
The amount of money paid for work, usually on a regular basis.
Example:His salary increased after the promotion.
background (n.)
A person's past experience, education, or history that informs their current role.
Example:Her background in law helped her in the new role.
law enforcement (n.)
The activities of police and other agencies to enforce laws and maintain public order.
Example:He worked in law enforcement before joining the communications team.
communications (n.)
The act of conveying information between people or groups.
Example:Effective communications are key to a successful campaign.
briefings (n.)
Short, concise reports given to inform people about important information.
Example:The daily briefings kept the staff updated.
unrest (n.)
A period of social disorder or agitation, often involving protests or conflicts.
Example:The unrest in 2019 caused many disruptions.
coordinator (n.)
A person who organizes and manages tasks or activities to ensure smooth operation.
Example:She was appointed as the information coordinator.
leadership (n.)
The action of leading or managing an organization or group.
Example:Good leadership can improve team morale.