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Vice-President Xi Jinping has hailed Hong Kong rescuers and relief workers for their efforts in helping Sichuan earthquake victims. 

On the last day of his Hong Kong visit today Mr Xi toured the Government Flying Service headquarters and met Hong Kong's 120-strong Sichuan aid team, comprising officers from the Fire Services, Health, Food & Environmental Hygiene, Water Supplies and Information Services Departments, plus the Government Flying Service and the Hospital Authority.

Mr Xi was introduced to the team members and briefed on the facilities deployed. Secretary for Security Ambrose Lee and Secretary for Food & Health Dr York Chow showed Mr Xi pictures of the rescue efforts. 

The Vice-President commended the team for their bravery, risking their lives amid the threat of aftershocks, saying their heroism, devotion and professionalism earned the respect of the Chinese people