Marine Region is responsible for preserving order in the waters of Hong Kong which includes
- Maintaining the integrity of Hong Kong’s Boundary of Administration;
- Preventing and detecting crime;
- Assisting with the enforcement of port and maritime regulations;
- Preventing illegal immigration and smuggling;
- Conducting search and rescue operations;
- Providing a casualty evacuation service;
- Assisting the Director of Marine in implementing the International Ship and Port Facility
Security (ISPS) Code, and,
- Assisting with the promotion of sea safety and enforcement of related legislation.