Month: October 2025

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GoGlobal Task Force launched

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Task Force on Supporting Mainland Enterprises in Going Global (GoGlobal Task Force) was launched today as a one-stop platform to attract Mainland enterprises to go global via Hong Kong.

To better support Mainland enterprises in going global, the 2025 Policy Address proposed integrating Hong Kong’s overseas offices, including those under Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK), the Trade Development Council, as well as Hong Kong offices on the Mainland, to set up a one-stop platform, the GoGlobal Task Force, to proactively attract Mainland enterprises seeking to expand their overseas business to go global via Hong Kong.

Speaking at the launch ceremony, Financial Secretary Paul Chan said expanding globally – particularly into the Global South – and establishing supply chains and industrial chains are not only a major trend but also an inevitable step for sustained growth for Mainland enterprises. To better seize the opportunities arising from this development, the GoGlobal Task Force was established to co-ordinate efforts across various policy bureaus, departments and agencies to provide stronger and more comprehensive support for the overseas expansion of Mainland enterprises.

Mr Chan outlined that the task force is defined by three key features – high-level co-ordination, pooling strengths and proactive engagement.

He said: “By establishing a mechanism at the top tier of the government structure, we ensure a strategic, macro-level perspective, efficient communication and swift execution. This enables us to integrate resources and remove barriers, thereby providing more effective and timely support to enterprises going global.”

Beyond relevant government bureaus and departments, the task force will work closely with public institutions, professional bodies, chambers of commerce and business organisations. Mr Chan noted that this collaborative approach allows pooling expertise, generating ideas and creating powerful synergies.

In addition to actively encouraging Mainland enterprises to leverage Hong Kong as a platform for overseas expansion, the task force will also mobilise stakeholders across various sectors to maximise impact and effectiveness – through a diverse range of initiatives such as organising market visits and outreach activities in key overseas regions, Mr Chan added.

The task force is steered by Secretary for Commerce & Economic Development Algernon Yau. Introducing the task force’s future work, Mr Yau said the GoGlobal Task Force brings together cross-bureau, cross-departmental, cross-organisation, and cross-sectoral resources and work to build a one-stop, responsive and unprecedented going global support platform.

In line with the national policy and direction of encouraging Mainland enterprises to go global, it will assist these enterprises to expand their international business in an orderly manner, transform it into a new driving force for Hong Kong’s economy, and further consolidate Hong Kong’s position as an international business and trade hub.

The Government hopes to continue working together with all sectors to transform Hong Kong’s institutional advantages, professional services, and international network into a powerful driving force for enterprises to expand into global markets.

The launch ceremony brought together over 100 representatives from organisations of the GoGlobal Task Force and partners from various industries, including legal, accounting, financial services, banking, chambers, and professional organisations.

To take forward the relevant work, the GoGlobal Task Force plans to discuss its strategies and plans by the end of this year and organise its first major promotional event to publicise the work. InvestHK will be responsible for co-ordinating the task force’s efforts.

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Film Archive’s “Morning Matinee” series to commemorate 60th anniversary of Seven Princesses (with photos)

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Film Archive’s “Morning Matinee” series to commemorate 60th anniversary of Seven Princesses  
     The Seven Princesses are Fung So-bor, Shum Chi-wah, Connie Chan, Josephine Siao, Nancy Sit, Wong Oi-ming, and Fung Bo-bo. They started as child actresses and formed their sisterhood in 1965. Each is a star in her own right; they have appeared in many films in various combinations. The programme will spotlight their early works and those made around the time their sisterhood was formed in four sections, i.e. “Commemoration of Sisterhood”, “Signature Works”, “Youthful Love”, and “Shadows of Grace and Intrigue”.
 
     The two films of the section “Commemoration of Sisterhood”, “Seven Princesses, Part One” (1967) (2K digitised version) and “Seven Princesses, Concluding Episode” (1967) (2K digitised version) tell the story of the villainous Centipede Clan stealing a set of divine treasures to gain the power to rule. Valiant heroes and heroines, played by the above seven actresses, join forces to fight evil in the name of peace. The films are the only works starring all members of the Seven Princesses. The films, digitally scanned by the HKFA, will be screened for the first time, offering cinephiles the rare opportunity to watch all seven actresses sharing the silver screen together.
 
     The seven actresses have appeared in countless films and continuously honed their craft with different roles to achieve greater heights. The seven films in the “Signature Works” are classics in which they shine brightly at the turning points of their acting careers.
 
     Fung So-bor made her debut in “The Kid” (1950). At the age of 6, she played the younger sister of the protagonist and brought to the role her innocence, vivacity, and cuteness. Chan, being an adept period film actress, took up the role of protagonist in a contemporary-set film for the first time in “You Do Me Wrong” (1966) (2K digitised version). While playing a character caught between injustice and honesty, Chan portrays an image of a modern woman with her refined and natural performance. In “The Story of Heroine Fan Lei-fa” (1968), Shum, who was trained under Peking opera master Fen Ju Hua with Chan, brims with charm in her cross-cast role as a bandit. The 17-year-old Sit made her protagonist debut in “Bunny Girl” (1967) as an innocent and rebellious youngster through scenes of song and dance, exuding youthful energy. “Bunny Girl” will feature an additional screening of “Miss Sit Kar-yin Visited Singapore & Malaysia” (1967).
 
     Siao plays three different roles – a journalist, a young heiress and a Vietnamese dance diva – in her first contemporary-set film, “Young Lady’s Heart” (also known as “Romance of a Teenage Girl”) (1966). Having received dance tutelage from a young age, the role of dance diva allowed Siao to show her talent and cemented her status as a sweetheart of the silver screen. Wong plays the role of a girl neglected by her father and stepmother in “Back Door” (1960). With her moving and heart-breaking performance at the age of 9, Wong was named Best Supporting Actress at the 7th Asian Film Festival. Fung Bo-bo plays a bright and mischievous country girl in “Siu Po-po Pokes Fun at the King of Blunders” (1960) (2K digitised version), who repeatedly pranks her arrogant neighbour, the King of Blunders, played by Leung Sing-por, to the point where he does not know whether to laugh or cry and has no choice but to concede defeat.
 
     By the late 1960s, among the Seven Princesses, some were widely recognised as sweethearts of the silver screen. They depicted the thoughts and dreams of teenage girls in the four films of “Youthful Love”. In “Girls are Flowers” (1966), Chan plays a kind and intelligent young woman, who guides an unruly daughter, played by Sit, onto the right path and falls in love with the young master of the house, played by Lui Kay. Starring Chan, Siao, Sit and Wong, “Colourful Youth” (1966) (digitally restored version) is a musical that has been released in cinemas three times, with each release a box office hit. In “The Fascinating Love” (1970), Sit once again showcases her singing and dancing talent and plays the role of a theatre troupe cast member who pulls out all the stops to win the heart of her crush. Adapted from the renowned novel by young writer Yee Tat, “Winter Love” (1968) is a love tragedy starring Siao and Patrick Tse. Siao’s performance is full of depth and complexity, while Wong, who plays her sister, also delivers a deeply moving performance with heartfelt sincerity.
 
     The two films in “Shadows of Grace and Intrigue” depict the images of resolute and courageous heroines with captivating performances in martial arts. Chan portrays both the roles of a brother and a sister in “Dangerous Appointment” (also known as “The Black Killer”) (1967) (2K digitised version). In order to save their uncle, the siblings infiltrate a bar and a nightclub separately. With courage and intelligence, they eventually bring criminals to justice with the help of others. In “Blue Eagle” (1968), Siao and Shum play two heroines who antagonise each other at first and ultimately team up to fight the villains as the hidden plot behind the feud of their families comes to light.
 
     Some screenings will be accompanied by post-screening talks, hosted by Fung So-bor, Shum Chi-wah, Yuen Tsz-ying, Eric Tsang, and more.
 
     Tickets priced at $40 will be available at URBTIX (www.urbtix.hkIssued at HKT 17:22

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Light housing probe team formed

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Architectural Services Department (ArchSD) announced today that the Director of Architectural Services has established an independent investigation team in relation to the Light Public Housing (LPH) projects at Lok On Pai in Siu Lam, Yan Po Road in Tuen Mun, and Sheung On Street in Chai Wan.

After the discovery of quality issues in the Siu Lam project at the end of August, the department said that last month it stepped up inspections for the three LPH projects at Siu Lam, Tuen Mun and Chai Wan, which are under the same contractor, Able & Chun Wo Joint Venture.

Through proactive inspections and in-depth examinations, more on-site installation issues have been found, the department pointed out.

The investigation team will directly report to the Housing Bureau and the Development Bureau.

The ArchSD clarified that the incident involves on-site works procedures rather than the quality of Modular Integrated Construction.

It added that it has instructed the contractor to submit proposals for remedial measures immediately. The remedial measures are expected to take at most four to five months to complete.

The ArchSD will urge the contractor to expedite the external works, with a view to completing the projects by the completion dates as committed to the Public Works Subcommittee. Meanwhile, the Housing Bureau stressed it is deeply concerned with this issue, and has instructed the ArchSD to follow up seriously to ensure timely completion of LPH projects with high quality and utmost safety standards.

Subject to the investigation outcome, the Government will hold the parties involved accountable in accordance with the terms of the contract, and take regulatory actions against the contractor and related personnel pursuant applicable laws, including the Buildings Ordinance.

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FEHD releases ninth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in September

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

FEHD releases ninth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in September 

DistrictAmong the ninth batch of Area Gravidtrap Indexes covering six survey areas in September, all were below 10 per cent.

The FEHD has so far released nine batches of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in September 2025, covering 64 survey areas. Among these 64 survey areas, 53 recorded a decrease or remained unchanged in the individual gravidtrap index as compared to the Area Gravidtrap Index last month, i.e. August 2025, representing that the areas’ mosquito infestation had improved or maintained a low level. Ten other areas recorded a slight increase, but the indexes were lower than 10 per cent.Starting in August this year, following the completion of the surveillance of individual survey areas, and once the latest gravidtrap index and the density index are available, the FEHD will disseminate the relevant information through press releases, its website, and social media. It aims to allow members of the public to quickly grasp the mosquito infestation situation and strengthen mosquito control efforts, thereby reducing the risk of chikungunya fever (CF) transmission.

Following the recommendations from the World Health Organization and taking into account the local situation in Hong Kong, the FEHD sets up gravidtraps in districts where mosquito-borne diseases have been recorded in the past, as well as in densely populated places such as housing estates, hospitals and schools to monitor the breeding and distribution of Aedes albopictus mosquitoes, which can transmit CF and dengue fever. At present, the FEHD has set up gravidtraps in 64 survey areas of the community. During the two weeks of surveillance, the FEHD will collect the gravidtraps once a week. After the first week of surveillance, the FEHD will immediately examine the glue boards inside the retrieved gravidtraps for the presence of adult Aedine mosquitoes to compile the Gravidtrap Index (First Phase) and Density Index (First Phase). At the end of the second week of surveillance, the FEHD will instantly check the glue boards for the presence of adult Aedine mosquitoes. Data from the two weeks’ surveillance will be combined to obtain the Area Gravidtrap Index and the Area Density Index. The gravidtrap and density indexes for Aedes albopictus in different survey areas as well as information on mosquito prevention and control measures are available on the department’s webpage (www.fehd.gov.hk/english/pestcontrol/dengue_fever/Dengue_Fever_Gravidtrap_Index_Update.html#Issued at HKT 17:10

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Clean And Green Singapore 2025: Encouraging Ground Up Action To Protect The Environment

Source: Government of Singapore

Emphasis on encouraging good recycling habits amongst students, e-waste recycling and public hygiene this year. 

Singapore, 6 October 2025 – Over 1200 Clean & Green activities, involving more than 400,000 participants from schools, grassroots, NGOs and corporates have been held across Singapore throughout 2025. The activities included learning journeys to sites of environmental interests, sustainability-themed community events, and volunteer deployments to raise public awareness on the need for greater environmental stewardship. These ground-up initiatives continue the decades-long Clean & Green Singapore (CGS) movement, inviting everyone to adopt sustainable practices, conserve biodiversity, and foster a more gracious society. 

2          The National Environment Agency (NEA)’s annual CGS flagship event, CGS Day, will be held on 1 November 2025. Leading up to CGS Day, we are partnering four key partners to showcase a range of the wider community’s contributions to our sustainable development journey:

Launch of REHub for Cora School Recycling League

6 Oct 2025 (Mon), 7am – 9.30am @ Mee Toh School

3          Senior Parliamentary Secretary Goh Hanyan will join Cora Environment to launch REHub, a Smart Recycling Hub, at Mee Toh School, featuring four separate compartments for paper, metal cans, plastic bottles and drink cartons. Each bin is equipped with a smart sensor that will alert the waste management company when it is 80 per cent full, to prevent overflowing recycling bins.

4          Mee Toh School was selected in recognition of the school’s achievement as the 2024 Gold award recipient in the primary school category of the School Recycling League (SRL). SRL is a recycling competition amongst schools organised by Cora Environment (previously known as SembWaste) since 2023, which aims to promote good recycling habits amongst students and help develop a strong culture of environmental responsibility. The launch of the REHub at Mee Toh School, which is also a 2019 President’s Award for the Environment recipient, symbolises the efforts of our corporate partners to engage the community and encourage sustainable lifestyle practices. It is also a testament to the developing partnerships between schools and corporates. Please see the Annex for more information.

International E-Waste Day 2025

12 October 2025 (Sun), 11.30am to 5.00pm @ Bedok Town Square

5             Senior Minister of State Janil Puthucheary will attend the annual International E-Waste Day (IEWD) event to raise public awareness about electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) and its impact on the environment. This year’s theme, ‘Step Up E-waste Recycling’ featues the launch of ALBA’s revamped STEP-UP mobile app, which helps users locate recycling points, check interesting recycling events and learn more about recycling. In addition to booths showcasing partners e-waste and sustainability solutions, IEWD will spotlight various lead-up activities for the community, such as a competition for students to design e-waste bins, a photography contest, and e-waste and battery recycling challenges. IEWD also recognises efforts from stakeholders who have contributed to e-waste management and the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme in Singapore. 

Race to Sustainability! 2025

21 Oct 2025, 9.00am – 11.30am @ Gardens by the Bay

6          This year’s Race to Sustainability! event for primary and secondary schools will be headlined by local sustainability champion Biogirl MJ, featuring an exclusive SG60 Comic Trail of 10 larger-than-life panels conceptualised and designed by her. Senior Minister of State Zaqy Mohamad will flag off the race for more than 4,000 students over the two-day event. The comic trail showcases diverse elements of sustainability in Singapore – from the OneMillionTrees movement and hornbill conservation, to solar-powered Supertrees and water-saving ecosystems – conveyed in a light-hearted and enjoyable way. These 10 comics will double up as race stations for students to solve puzzles and complete challenges. Nine public agencies – NEA, BCA, CAAS, HDB, LTA, MPA, MAS, SFA and URA – will also come on board to display interactive installations to showcase Singapore’s collective efforts in building a green nation.

7            Race to Sustainability! will continue to be extended beyond programmes for schools. The SG60 comic trail, talks and workshops will be open to the public from 21 October to 30 November 2025.

Eco Paddle with Ola

25 Oct 2025 (Sat), 9am – 12pm @ Ola Beach Club, Sentosa

8          Minister Grace Fu will join 90 participants from various corporate partners at Ola Beach Club’s Eco Paddle at Sentosa. This “paddle to preserve” approach combines adventure with environmental action as volunteers kayak through Sentosa’s southern waters to remove debris that threatens our marine ecosystem. Experienced guides will lead participants through Singapore’s marine biodiversity hotspots, revealing how everyday choices impact creatures living beneath our waves.

9          The session wraps up with an upcycling workshop where collected sea glass and driftwood are transformed into unique accessories and keepsakes. By turning waste into something meaningful, the programme shows how fun and creativity can inspire people to care for the environment. Ola Beach Club will host six additional public sessions from May to December 2025, inviting more Singaporeans to take part in this blend of adventure, learning and conservation.

CGS Day 2025

1 Nov 2024 (Sun), 9am – 12pm @ Tampines Park and Our Tampines Hub

10          The four partner events will be capped off by CGS Day 2025, with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, Mr Gan Kim Yong as Guest-of-Honour. The event will feature traditional tree-planting near Our Tampines Hub, the presentation of the Environmental Services Star Awards and Community-In-Bloom Ambassador Awards and exhibits showcasing Singapore’s Clean & Green journey, in the context of SG60. CGS Day is hosted by the North-East District this year and is held in conjunction with the Tampines Go Green Festival. In addition, the Public Hygiene Council will be supporting CGS Day with the launch of a new CleanPod (where the public can borrow tools for community clean-ups) at Tampines Park.

11        CGS Day celebrates the environmental efforts of schools, grassroots, corporate partners and outstanding individuals this past year, as well as reaffirm the community’s commitment to keeping Singapore clean and green. More details on CGS Day will be available closer to date.

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Launch of REHub, a Smart Recycling Hub, at Mee Toh School, together with Cora Environment. 

L-R: Lim Yuin Chien, Group Director, Public Engagement Group NEA;

Lee Kok Kin, Group Chief Executive Officer, Cora Environment;

Goh Hanyan, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment

Kelvin Tay Hsien Chuan, Principal , Mee Toh School

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CE meets PM of Dominica

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

Chief Executive John Lee met Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Dominica Roosevelt Skerrit today to exchange views on issues of mutual interest.

Welcoming Mr Skerrit and his delegation to Hong Kong, Mr Lee highlighted that Hong Kong is the world’s freest economy and maintains its position as third globally and first in the Asia-Pacific as an international financial centre according to the newly published Global Financial Centres Index.

The Chief Executive added that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government will actively leverage the dual advantage of national and global opportunities under “one country, two systems”, deepen international co-operation, further explore emerging markets including the Commonwealth of Dominica, and attract more enterprises to use Hong Kong as the platform to go global.

He also expects that Hong Kong and the Commonwealth of Dominica will explore more co-operation opportunities and enhance trade and business exchanges.

Noting that the Commonwealth of Dominica is a Belt & Road economy with Hong Kong as a key link in the Belt & Road Initiative, Mr Lee said the Hong Kong SAR Government’s commitment to serving as a functional platform, leveraging the advantages of being closely connected to both the Mainland and the world, and promoting participation in green co-operation in the initiative.

He welcomed enterprises from the Commonwealth of Dominica to leverage Hong Kong’s role as “super connector” and “super value-adder” and its highly internationalised and market-oriented business environment with pool of professional services talent to explore overseas and Mainland markets, jointly seizing the opportunities from the Belt & Road Initiative to achieve win-win outcomes.

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Tennis events awarded ‘M’ Mark

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Major Sports Events Committee has awarded “M” Mark status to Chubb UTS Hong Kong with Humansa and the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open 2025.

Chubb UTS Hong Kong with Humansa will be held from October 14 to 15 at Kai Tak Arena, while the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open 2025 is scheduled for October 25 to November 2 at Victoria Park.

Committee Chairman Wilfred Ng said the two premier tennis events, each with a distinct style, complement each other perfectly.

The innovative Chubb UTS Hong Kong with Humansa offers a fresh experience for fans with a fast-paced and highly interactive format, whereas the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open, as a traditional world tour event, attracts world-level women’s tennis players from around the globe.

“Bringing together international tennis elites, these two events attract numerous local and overseas fans. They will boost sports development locally while promoting the tourism industry and bringing economic benefits,” Mr Ng added.

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Lancement de l’appel à projets « Women in Tech : La Tech est aussi une affaire de femmes »

Source: Gouvernement de la Nouvelle-Caledonie

La Nouvelle-Calédonie lance l’édition 2025 de l’appel à projets Tech For Good By New Caledonia, intitulée « Women in Tech : la Tech est aussi une affaire de femmes ». Cet appel à projets a pour objectif de soutenir les actions technologiques, numériques et innovantes et à encourager les femmes à investir le secteur et à valoriser leurs actions grâce aux nouvelles technologies.

Tech For Good by New Caledonia

Le dispositif Tech For Good By New Caledonia, créé en 2021 par le gouvernement, vise à soutenir les projets technologiques et numériques à fort impact social, économique et environnemental. En trois éditions, il a favorisé l’innovation locale, la création d’entreprises, le développement de l’écosystème numérique calédonien et l’attractivité du territoire.

Fort du succès de la première édition « Women in Tech : la Tech par les femmes et pour les femmes » en 2022, le gouvernement souhaite réaffirmer aujourd’hui son engagement pour la mixité et la valorisation des femmes dans la Tech et le numérique.

Un vivier de talents féminins encore sous-représentés

La Nouvelle-Calédonie dispose d’un vivier de talents féminins encore sous-représentés dans le numérique. Promouvoir l’entrepreneuriat au féminin dans ce secteur constitue un levier majeur pour :

  • encourager la participation des femmes dans un domaine stratégique pour l’avenir du territoire ;
  • soutenir l’émergence de solutions numériques inclusives et innovantes ;
  • accroître l’attractivité économique de la Nouvelle-Calédonie à travers des initiatives à fort impact.

L’appel à projets « Women in Tech : la Tech est aussi une affaire de femmes » permettra d’une part de soutenir les actions technologiques, numériques et innovantes et à encourager les femmes à investir le secteur et à valoriser leurs actions grâce aux nouvelles technologies.

L’appel à projets

Pour cette nouvelle édition, toutes les thématiques peuvent être abordées (tech durable, cybersécurité et protection des données, intelligence artificielle, culture, santé et bien-être, éducation, tech inclusive, etc.)

Les demandes doivent cependant suivre un critère principal : être des projets technologiques portés par des femmes.

Sont éligibles :

  • les personnes morales uniquement : startups, TPE, PME, associations, entreprises innovantes domiciliées en Nouvelle-Calédonie  (les structures candidates doivent obligatoirement fournir un RIDET et un RIB valides).

Ne sont pas éligibles :

  • les personnes physiques, même porteuses de projets.

Plusieurs lauréates pourront être récompensées. Un soutien financier d’un montant maximum de 500 000 francs en fonctionnement pourra être apporté à chacune d’entre elles.

Le jury sera constitué de plusieurs experts du gouvernement de la Nouvelle-Calédonie, qui évalueront les différentes solutions en fonction de la qualité et de l’exhaustivité du dossier. Il est à noter que le choix des projets sera également fondé sur des considérations d’ordre stratégique pour les collectivités publiques.

Calendrier

  • Clôture de l’appel à projets : 21 octobre 2025 à 23 heures
  • Analyse et sélection des dossiers : du 22 octobre au 28 octobre 2025
  • Informations aux lauréates retenues : 29 octobre 2025
  • Transmission des candidatures par les lauréates sur la plateforme des subventions demarches-simplifiées.gouv.nc : du 30 octobre au 12 novembre (deadline de réception des candidatures sur la plateforme pour instruction et inscription séance du gouvernement)
  • Présentation et remise des prix officielle : 07 novembre 2025 – clôture du Women’s Forum

Dépôt des demandes

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L’appel à projets « Coup de pouce » pour soutenir les projets au profit des femmes

Source: Gouvernement de la Nouvelle-Caledonie

L’appel à projets “Coups de Pouce” de la Fondation des Femmes vise à apporter chaque année un soutien aux associations en difficulté financière, ainsi qu’en direction de nouvelles initiatives innovantes. L’objectif est de garantir la continuité et le développement d’actions essentielles pour toutes les femmes, qu’il s’agisse d’accompagnement, de prévention, d’accès à la santé sexuelle et à l’IVG, de lutte contre la précarité ou d’inclusion.

Projets éligibles

Sont éligibles les demandes de soutien :

  • pour répondre aux difficultés financières particulières que rencontrent les associations ou les projets ;
  • pour les nouveaux projets en manque de financements.

Les montants alloués seront compris entre 2 000 et 15 000 euros. Ce soutien financier peut venir compléter de façon rétroactive un manque budgétaire en 2025 ou s’étaler sur une période de 6 à 12 mois en 2026.

Les associations ayant déjà été soutenues par la Fondation des femmes en 2025 ne sont pas éligibles. Les organismes ne peuvent présenter qu’un seul dossier aux « Coups de pouce ».

Critères d’éligibilité

Afin d’être éligible, il faut :

  • être une structure à but non lucratif : associations loi 1901, fondations, ONG, ou toute autre structure à but non lucratif ;
  • être une structure éligible au mécénat : gestion désintéressée, respect des conditions d’exercice des activités lucratives, non fonctionnement au profit d’un cercle restreint de personnes ;
  • avoir une mission exclusivement dédiée à la promotion des droits des femmes (promotion de l’égalité femmes-hommes, lutte contre les violences sexistes et sexuelles, développement de la santé des femmes, etc.). Ainsi, ne peuvent pas être financées des structures plus généralistes dont seule une partie de l’activité est dédiée à cette mission ;
  • être une structure française qui mène ses projets en France (hexagonale et Outre-mer).

Calendrier

  • Phase de candidature : du 30 septembre au 24 octobre 2025

  • Choix des projets par le comité des subventions et le directoire de la Fondation des femmes : mi-décembre 2024

  • Notification des résultats : avant le 20 décembre 2025

Dépôt des demandes

En complément et à titre d’information et de suivi, merci d’envoyer votre candidature à : scrre@gouv.nc.

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Hong Kong Customs seizes suspected etomidate powder and suspected etomidate capsule worth about $2.4 million at Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Hong Kong Port (with photo)

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Hong Kong Customs yesterday (October 4) detected a drug trafficking case at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) Hong Kong Port and seized about 850 grams of suspected etomidate powder and one suspected etomidate capsule with an estimated market value of about $2.4 million.

Customs officers yesterday intercepted an incoming private car at the HZMB Hong Kong Port for Customs clearance and found the batch of suspected etomidate powder concealed inside plastic bottles of health product in a parcel placed inside the vehicle. A 41-year-old male driver and a 49-year-old male passenger were subsequently arrested. Later, one suspected etomidate capsule was found in the personal belongings of the arrested male passenger.

The arrested driver has been charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug. The arrested passenger has been charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug and one count of possession of a dangerous drug. The case will be brought up at the West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts tomorrow (October 6).

Customs will continue to step up enforcement against drug trafficking activities through intelligence analysis. The department also reminds members of the public to stay alert and not to participate in drug trafficking activities for monetary return. They must not accept hiring or delegation from another party to carry controlled items into and out of Hong Kong. They are also reminded not to carry unknown items for other people.

Under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, trafficking in a dangerous drug is a serious offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $5 million and life imprisonment.

Members of the public may report any suspected drug trafficking activities to Customs’ 24-hour hotline 182 8080 or its dedicated crime-reporting email account (crimereport@customs.gov.hk) or online form (eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002/en).