The government will prioritize the development of the Hung Shui Kiu University Town, with plans to begin site allocation for its campus area in 2026 and support institutions to move in between 2027 and 2028, according to the Five-Year Plan. This came as the plan outlines the development of three major university towns in the … Continue reading First Five-Year Plan | Hung Shui Kiu to welcome universities in 2027/28
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The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Guangdong (Guangdong ETO) has launched a campaign across the mainland's high-speed rail network to promote the "Study in Hong Kong" brand to the mainland public. The promotional campaign, which runs from September 15 through mid-November, is expected to reach approximately 1.5 million passengers. Spanning five high-speed trains, … Continue reading High-speed rail campaign brings ‘Study in Hong Kong’ to 1.5m passengers
Hong Kong Talent Engage organized a five-day tour from September 7 to 11 for a delegation of global innovation and technology talent, taking participants across Hong Kong, Qianhai in Shenzhen, and Nansha in Guangzhou to explore the region's expanding technological ecosystem and market opportunities. The 20-member delegation comprised winners of an innovation hackathon co-organized in … Continue reading Global tech talent delegation explores Greater Bay Area innovation ecosystem on five-day tour
A core exhibition center showcasing the master plan for the Northern Metropolis will be completed in the first half of next year, Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn Hon-ho announced on Thursday following a Legislative Council delegation tour of key development and conservation sites across Kwu Tung North. The high-level tour, which marked the legislature's third … Continue reading Northern Metropolis core exhibition centre to open next year as 12,000 Kwu Tung homes near completion
The Northern Metropolis will provide new opportunities for mainland companies seeking to establish operations in Hong Kong and expand overseas, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau Ying-wah said at the Belt and Road Summit. Yau said Hong Kong was positioning itself to support mainland enterprises going global as the city aligns its development … Continue reading Northern Metropolis offers growth base for mainland firms going global: Algernon Yau
Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office of the State Council, conducted a research visit to Jiangmen in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area on Wednesday, focusing on supporting Hong Kong and Macau in proactively aligning with the national 15th Five-Year Plan. The visit aimed to explore how the two SARs … Continue reading Xia Baolong visits Jiangmen to discuss HK, Macau integration into 15th Five-Year Plan
Hong Kong Customs Acting Commissioner Mark Woo Wai-kwan and Huanggang Customs Commissioner Shi Hongtu held a working meeting on Wednesday to discuss operational arrangements for the new Huanggang port following its opening. The meeting covered coordination and communication between passenger and vehicle inspection units, emergency response mechanisms and efficient information sharing to maintain smooth operations … Continue reading HK, Shenzhen customs chiefs hold meeting on new Huanggang port operations
MTR Corporation is accelerating its global and regional expansion by exporting its world-renowned station commercial model to mainland cities, partnering with Chengdu Metro to redevelop transit spaces into vibrant, Hong Kong-style shopping corridors. By introducing signature station retail layouts, curated tenant mixes, and public leisure spaces to Chengdu, the rail operator is unlocking substantial commercial … Continue reading MTR exports signature station retail model to Chengdu as global expansion gathers steam
Uber is stepping up its cross-border and regional offerings ahead of the upcoming National Day Golden Week, cutting reservation lead times for its Hong Kong–Macau limousine service and rolling out a WeChat Mini Program targeting mainland Chinese travelers in Macau. Speaking at a media luncheon on Tuesday, General Manager of Uber Hong Kong Estyn Chung … Continue reading Uber shortens HK–Macau cross-border booking window to 8 hours, launches WeChat mini program
Ringo Lee Yiu-pui, honorary life president of the Hong Kong, China Automobile Association, called on authorities to implement backup measures ahead of a planned seamless clearance pilot scheme at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) in December. His remarks came after sources revealed that the scheme will allow cross-border drivers and passengers to clear immigration while … Continue reading Industry veteran urges backup plan for HZMB seamless clearance rollout
The Shenzhen–Hong Kong–Guangzhou innovation cluster has claimed the top spot in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2026, following the release of the World Intellectual Property Organization’s (WIPO) top 100 science and technology cluster rankings on Tuesday. The GII cluster ranking measures local concentrations of world-class innovation activity based on three core metrics: international patent filings … Continue reading Shenzhen–Hong Kong–Guangzhou cluster ranks first globally in WIPO Global Innovation Index 2026
Insurance company AXA Hong Kong and Macau launched the Greater Bay Area (GBA) EverGuard Medical Insurance on Monday to meet rising demand for cross-border healthcare services amid medical inflation and long public-hospital waiting times in the city. The launch follows a new survey conducted by AXA among 600 Hong Kong residents open to medical services … Continue reading AXA unveils cross-border GBA health insurance
The two-day Belt and Road Summit will open on Wednesday (Sep 9), featuring a strategic push into Central Asian markets alongside traditional focuses on the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the Middle East. Commissioner for Belt and Road Nicholas Ho Lik-chi said the summit has invited political and business leaders from North Africa, … Continue reading Belt and Road Summit to kick off Wed with focus on Central Asia
Hong Kong will introduce an automated clearance pilot scheme for cross-border private cars at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) in December, allowing drivers and passengers to clear immigration while remaining inside their vehicles without presenting physical documents, sources say. The initiative will be announced by Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu in his upcoming Policy Address … Continue reading In-car border checks set for HZMB in December, sources say
Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung is leading a delegation to Yan'an in Shaanxi province for a national studies program organized for Security Bureau personnel at the China Executive Leadership Academy Yan'an (CELAP). Having arrived on Saturday, Tang shared on social media that he has visited Yan’an multiple times, describing the revolutionary cradle as a … Continue reading Chris Tang urges civil servants to embrace ‘Yan’an spirit’ during national studies visit
Hongkongers, including expats, can tap into exclusive consumption benefits in Nanshan, Shenzhen, using WeChat Pay HK. Now, a fresh round of consumption vouchers offers savings while enjoying charcoal-grilled burgers, tea stops, waterfront views, entertainment, and new art-and-retail spaces in Shenzhen's Nanshan district. The second phase of the 2026 Nanshan Inbound Consumption Voucher campaign, launched by … Continue reading HKers, expats enjoy Shenzhen dining, shopping perks with WeChat Pay HK
A new luxury cruise vessel offering dining, entertainment and events on Victoria Harbour is expected to begin operations next year, in time for the 30th anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover. The 18,580-ton Dream One was unveiled at a naming ceremony on Wednesday by Bauhinia Culture Holdings, China Merchants Group and Dream Cultural Tourism. The 109-meter … Continue reading ‘Dream One’ luxury cruise set to sail Victoria Harbour for HK’s 30th handover anniversary
The Law Society of Hong Kong took part in the 2026 Shenzhen Legal Services Exposition over the weekend, engaging in exchange and cross-border collaboration through its GBA express program. As the mainland's first professional exposition dedicated exclusively to legal services, the expo brought together legal professionals, institutions, and stakeholders from across the Greater Bay Area … Continue reading Law Society promotes cross-border legal services exchange at Shenzhen exposition
The pilot area project under large-scale land disposal in Hung Shui Kiu is expected to create over 6,000 jobs and serves as a milestone for the new public-private partnership model in the Northern Metropolis development, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po said on Sunday. His remarks came after the government recently awarded the site located in … Continue reading Hung Shui Kiu pilot project to create over 6,000 jobs, says Paul Chan
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government conducted the second cross-boundary stress test yesterday at the new Huanggang Port with relevant Shenzhen units ahead of its official opening. Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung inspected the drill on-site and chaired a review meeting with participating departments. The exercise evaluated peak carrying capacity, vehicle clearance, and … Continue reading New Huanggang Port tests 20,000 travelers in stress drill
Representatives from accessibility advisory bodies and social service organizations were invited by the Security Bureau on Thursday to conduct on-site trials of barrier-free facilities at the new Huanggang Port, ensuring a smooth and convenient clearance experience for all travelers ahead of its official commissioning. Cross-departmental teams guide comprehensive trial of barrier-free facilities Special testers from … Continue reading Govt invites disability advocates to test accessibility features ahead of new Huanggang Port opening
Hong Kong authorities announced that a minor operational event involving a localized leak occurred at the Taishan Nuclear Power Plant in Guangdong, with safety barriers remaining intact and no radiation released into the environment. A spokesperson for the Security Bureau stated that notification was received from the Nuclear Emergency Committee Office of Guangdong Province regarding … Continue reading Minor leak at Taishan Nuclear Power Station classified as Level 0 deviation
Phase two construction of the China Spallation Neutron Source in Dongguan is expected to be completed in 2029 to further boost high-quality tech development and integration across the Greater Bay Area. The facility is the first of its kind in the nation and the fourth pulsed spallation neutron source in the world, focusing on basic … Continue reading Phase two of Dongguan spallation neutron source targets 2029 completion
Wholesale prices and sales of Chinese cabbage in Guangzhou have plunged by about 20 percent over fears that toxic chemicals are being used during transit, despite all samples passing government safety checks. According to the Southern Metropolis Daily, the panic arose after a recent scandal in Kangbao County, Hebei Province, where merchants were caught dipping … Continue reading Guangzhou cabbage prices plunge 20pc over toxic chemical preservation fears
Hong Kong will mobilize 20,000 civil servants this Saturday for the second large-scale cross-border drill with Shenzhen at the new Huanggang Port, testing port capacity during peak passenger flows ahead of its official opening. The upcoming exercise follows the drill last Saturday (Aug 22), which involved 10,000 civil servants. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said … Continue reading HK to mobilize 20,000 civil servants for peak-capacity test at new Huanggang Port on Saturday
Chinese artificial intelligence company SenseTime (0020) posted its first profit since listing of 617 million yuan (HK$719.8 million) in the first six months of 2026, as a rally in AI-related asset prices helped cover operational losses. That compared to a loss of 1.49 billion yuan a year ago. The company attributed the improvement to continued … Continue reading China’s SenseTime posts first profit of 617 million yuan since listing on AI rally
The Northern Metropolis Financial Advisory Taskforce, jointly established by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and the Hong Kong Association of Banks, convened its second meeting on Wednesday to explore how the banking sector can facilitate the implementation of Northern Metropolis projects through diverse financing models.. During the meeting, the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau … Continue reading Northern Metropolis Financial Advisory Taskforce holds second meeting
Multiple government departments held a joint drill at the new Huanggang port on Tuesday to simulate the cross-border transfer of a patient by ambulance between Shenzhen and Hong Kong. The exercise tested the coordination and response capabilities of the Fire Services Department, Customs, the Immigration Department, the Department of Health and the Government Property Agency. … Continue reading Multi-agency drill at new Huanggang port tests cross-border ambulance patient transfer
A fire sparked by a charging device in a Causeway Bay subdivided apartment was extinguished on Tuesday morning, as visiting firefighters from mainland China observed the rescue mission. Firefighters rushed to the affected unit in the Hennessy Building after receiving reports of smoke billowing from the subdivided residence. One water jet and a breathing apparatus … Continue reading Guangdong firefighters observe Causeway Bay subdivided flat fire rescue
Hong Kong students are increasingly turning toward computer science and artificial intelligence over traditional fields such as medicine, a trend attributed to rising industry salaries and improved career prospects, according to Gao Min, dean of the Guangzhou HKUST Fok Ying Tung Research Institute. Speaking during a media visit in Nansha on Tuesday, Gao said that … Continue reading Mainland tech salaries far exceed Hong Kong doctors’ pay, says HKUST Nansha institute dean
A Guangzhou-based technology company will conduct a test flight of its smart urban transport solutions in Hong Kong by the end of August while expanding its cooperation with the MTR Corporation. The company, PCI Technology Group, has recently launched a new AI model featuring a pre-installed urban rail smart agent designed to assist with station … Continue reading Guangzhou tech firm brings AI rail solutions to MTR
A Hong Kong delegation has toured aerospace facilities in Wenchang, Hainan, offering media representatives and journalism students a close-up look at China’s rapidly developing space sector while encouraging young people to pursue opportunities in science and technology. The three-day Hainan aerospace technology study tour began on Sunday and is organized by the Working Group on … Continue reading Hong Kong delegation gets close-up look at Wenchang’s space ambitions
A consortium containing six enterprises, including China Overseas Land & Investment (0688) and Sino Land (0083), has been awarded the Hung Shui Kiu pilot area in the Northern Metropolis for HK$1.03 billion, the Development Bureau said. The consortium, HSK New Development Limited, is formed directly or through respective subsidiaries by China Overseas Land & Investment, … Continue reading Six enterprises jointly awarded tender for Hung Shui Kiu pilot area for $1 billion
Hong Kong on Monday began a five-day joint rescue drill with teams from Guangdong and Macao to test cross-border emergency coordination through a dedicated Green Channel. The mechanism is designed to facilitate the rapid cross-border deployment of rescue personnel and resources during major emergencies. According to the Security Bureau, the cross-border firefighting and rescue exercise … Continue reading HK puts Green Channel to test in five-day rescue drill with Guangdong and Macao
HKMC Annuity (HKMCA), a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation, announced on Monday that its customers can now choose to receive their guaranteed monthly annuity payments across the boundary via eligible bank accounts opened on the Chinese Mainland. Under the new arrangement, the company's servicing bank will convert the Hong Kong dollar-denominated payments … Continue reading Hongkongers can now receive monthly annuity payments in yuan in mainland: HKMCA
Hong Kong serves as the premier springboard and strategic pivot for global supply chain deployment for mainland startups and unicorns to expand into internation market, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Monday. Speaking at the Global Unicorn Summit, Lee said that the city also acts as the preferred hub for exploring the mainland market … Continue reading Hong Kong serves as the premier springboard for mainland startups and unicorns: John Lee
The new Huanggang Port is the first border crossing between Hong Kong and Shenzhen to feature “Joint One-Stop” vehicle lanes. It is set to significantly streamline clearance procedures for cross-border private cars and tour buses through an “integrated information collection device,” authorities announced. The port’s design allows drivers to make a single stop on the … Continue reading New Huanggang port nears opening with one-stop lane tests
Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung and Shenzhen officials conducted an on-site inspection of preparatory work at the Hong Kong Port Area of the new Huanggang Port on Wednesday. During the visit, Tang and Shenzhen vice mayor Luo Huanghao co-chaired a meeting of the task force on cooperation in the planning and development of Hong … Continue reading Chris Tang and Shenzhen officials inspect new Huanggang Port
Qatar Airways Cargo has relocated its regional office to Hong Kong, further strengthening the city’s airport as a major international air cargo hub, Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) said on Wednesday. The move was announced as AAHK signed a memorandum of understanding with Qatar Airways Cargo in Hong Kong to deepen cooperation in aviation development. … Continue reading Qatar Airways Cargo relocates regional office to Hong Kong
The newly launched Guangzhou-Hong Kong New Quality Productivity Empowerment Centre is expected to accelerate industrial transformation by deepening cross-border innovation cooperation, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong said. Jointly established by the Hong Kong Productivity Council and the Guangzhou Municipal Development and Reform Commission, the center aims to put cooperation between the two … Continue reading GZ-HK innovation center opens to spur GBA industrial transformation, says tech chief
