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Thousands visit PLA airbase for Hong Kong handover anniversary

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Thousands of people visited a People's Liberation Army airbase in Shek Kong, Hong Kong, to celebrate the 29th anniversary of the city's handover. Visitors were able to see military equipment, including aircraft and an R16 rifle, and watch helicopter demonstrations. The event drew crowds despite the hot weather, with many expressing enthusiasm for military displays and uniforms. AI

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Thousands visit PLA airbase for Hong Kong handover anniversary

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Ambrose Li ·

    Thousands flock to PLA airbase amid Hong Kong handover celebrations

    Thousands of residents have braved the scorching heat to watch helicopter demonstrations and try out military equipment at a PLA airbase near Hong Kong’s border. Military enthusiast Kin Man arrived at Shek Kong with his mother from Tai Po more than an hour before the 9am opening …

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