STAR team stands for "Special Tactics And Rescue" team. Think
many have already known that it is = SDU/SWAT. They will be
activated in major incidents which warrant their attention, e.g.
hostage situation.
It is not easy to be selected as STAR member cos it encompasses not
only physical but mental fitness.
Why SDU is so busy in HK? The number of major cases happening in HK
is much more than Singapore. Shouldn't we be glad that we are
living in a safe state? It seems that the number of bank robbery,
kidnap,etc cases is high. Thus, SDU has to be activated. By the
way, they are strictly on standby even if they are not on duty. So?
Busy? No life? well .. that explains all.
Hope this clarifies ... 
