Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
The following is issued on behalf of the Legislative Council Secretariat:
The Outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan approved by the National People’s Congress this month expresses explicit support for expediting the development of the Northern Metropolis (NM). The development of the NM, which accounts for approximately one-third of Hong Kong’s total land area and planned population, has entered a new stage, with the focus now on expediting construction works, as well as promoting the entry and operation of industries. The Legislative Council (LegCo) Secretariat today (March 25) released the latest issue of the Policy Pulse on “Northern Metropolis: Accelerating development through industry-driven momentum”. This issue provides a brief overview on the latest developments in the NM, including the enactment of dedicated legislation for the NM, the status of supporting industries in establishing a presence in the region, the layout of an innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem, the planning for the University Town, transport infrastructure, and the concurrent pursuit of development and conservation. It also summarizes the relevant discussions in LegCo and suggestions by Members.