Speech by Mr. Li Ka-shing
Opening of New Wing at First Affiliated Hospital
June 19, 2009

Government Officials, Faculty and Administrators, Director Tan, Council Members, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen,

It is with genuine delight and pleasure that we open this additional wing of the First Affiliated Hospital.  It is a modern facility capable of providing top-quality and innovative healthcare to Shantou and the Chaozhou-Shantou region.

For 26 years, the Shantou University Medical College and its affiliated hospitals have been serving patients with compassion and diligence and this new facility further demonstrates their commitment to the betterment of human dignity and social responsibility.

First Affiliated Hospital has not only served its patients with care, its team has worked to provide healing with respect and also supported education and research for the enhancement of human life. We are very proud of their work of bringing hope and healing to every person in their care.

Thank you.