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Govt to press ahead on key tasks

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

Chief Executive John Lee

Today marks the 29th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China and the fourth anniversary of the current-term Government.

Four years ago, President Xi Jinping delivered an important speech at the inaugural ceremony of the current term of the Hong Kong SAR Government. In it, he put forward “four musts” and “four proposals” for Hong Kong. These have become the heart of my governance blueprint. Over the past four years, I have changed the culture of the Government and formed a “result-oriented” Government, focusing on tackling long-standing issues. We have built a safe and stable Hong Kong by fulfilling the historic task of enacting local legislation under Article 23 of the Basic Law and strengthening the shield of national security. We have improved the electoral system and strengthened district governance, fully implementing the principle of “patriots administering Hong Kong”. We have deepened the reform of governance systems, and are steadily seeing results.

We have rationalised traffic among the three road harbour crossings to alleviate the long-standing congestion common to the crossings. We have formulated the Basic Housing Units Ordinance with the aim of eradicating, in an orderly manner, substandard subdivided units that have emerged over the past 10 years or so. We have made much effort to shorten the waiting time for public rental housing, including expediting and increasing public housing production, and filling the supply gap during construction stage with the innovative Light Public Housing. The Composite Waiting Time for Subsidised Rental Housing has reduced by 1.5 years, down from 6.1 years to 4.7 years, the shortest time recorded in over eight years. In addition, through cracking down on public rental housing tenancy abuse, we have recovered about 10,000 units. That’s equivalent to a medium-sized housing estate, enabling earlier flat allocations for some 10,000 families while saving about $10 billion in public rental housing construction costs.

As for the economy, it has shifted from negative growth of 3.7%, when the current-term Government took office, to positive growth of 3.6% in 2025. The economic growth momentum has continued over the year, with a significant rise of 5.9% in the first quarter, the strongest quarterly growth in five years. Hong Kong has secured third place in the Global Financial Centres Index. In the latest World Competitiveness Ranking, Hong Kong’s position has risen one spot further to rank second globally. And in the World Talent Ranking, Hong Kong has moved up 10 places to rank the fourth globally. Hong Kong also continues to come first as the world’s freest economy.

Faced with a competitive external environment and rapid technology changes, it is imperative that we drive reform and innovation from a longer-term perspective, coupled with more systematic planning. I am leading the Hong Kong SAR Government in formulating Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan, the public consultation for which has begun. Consultation for my Policy Address also commenced this week. Hong Kong’s Five-Year Plan is a strategic, forward-looking and directional guiding document providing clear directions for Hong Kong’s economic and social development. In line with the directions and requirements of the plan, the annual Policy Address of the Chief Executive will establish a number of specific targets, report on progress, and introduce policy measures having regard to the actual situation of the year. Hong Kong will seize the opportunities brought by national development, and leverage its advantage of being connected to both the Mainland and to the world, as well as its international prospects, to bolster economic development and enable the public to better share the benefits of development.

Looking ahead, we will focus our efforts in three main areas.

First, we will press ahead with the formulation of Hong Kong’s Five-Year Plan. Hong Kong’s Five-Year Plan is taken as a vital step towards ensuring economic and social advancement. As an important vehicle for pursuing the vision of “people-oriented” governance, it covers a wide range of areas concerning people’s livelihoods and well-being, including the economy, infrastructure, healthcare, education, housing and so on. We will actively integrate into and serve the overall national development through further reinforcing and enhancing Hong Kong’s status as a premier international hub in finance, shipping, trade, and innovation and technology; promoting the development of Hong Kong as an international aviation hub; strengthening Hong Kong’s functions as a global offshore renminbi business hub; fostering the establishment of a commodity trading ecosystem; developing Hong Kong into an international hub for high-calibre talent; deepening international exchanges and co-operation; and opening up new markets to consistently promote Hong Kong’s competitiveness.

Second, we will fast-track the development of the Northern Metropolis with the vision of incorporating industries, technology and a university town, and creating an environment ideal for living, working and travelling – marking a breakthrough in Hong Kong’s development. The Northern Metropolis development has progressed from the blueprint phase to maturity. The Hong Kong Park of the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science & Technology Innovation Co-operation Zone was officially opened last year, with two wet laboratory buildings already completed and fully leased. Construction of five other buildings will be completed within the year, and the Government will put up the remaining land for tender. University Town, another key component of the Northern Metropolis, will comprise university town areas bearing five major elements: education, technology, talent, industries and urban development. The University Town development has expanded in scale and vision from campus sites of just 100 hectares to university town areas spanning over 1,000 hectares. This will further promote the integrated development of industry, academic and research sectors, while bringing together more high-calibre talent.

Third, we will further improve people’s livelihoods. My vision for governance has all along focused on enhancing people’s well-being, particularly in such areas as housing, transport, healthcare, education, welfare, youth development and so on, aiming to provide a better living environment for our citizens, greater prospects for young people, and enhanced care for the elderly as we work towards building an inclusive and caring community where everybody can enjoy social harmony and stability.

July 1 this year also carries another significance – for today marks the special occasion of the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. As stated in the Constitution of the People’s Republic of China, leadership by the Communist Party of China is the overriding principle of the political system of the People’s Republic of China. The Hong Kong SAR, established under the Constitution, has maintained the previous capitalist system and way of life. Our common law system continues to operate, and we enjoy the free flow of people, capital, data, goods and more. The vibrancy and prosperity of our country has always been Hong Kong’s strongest backing. Later this morning, the Hong Kong SAR Government will host the launch ceremony of activities in celebration of the 105th Anniversary of the Founding of the Communist Party of China, celebrating this extraordinary and meaningful occasion with all sectors of our community.

Distinguished guests, fellow citizens, we have long braved the strong winds and waves together, and today we will set sail for new horizons. I believe that, with our unique advantages under “one country, two systems”, coupled with the resilience and drive to succeed of our citizens, Hong Kong, the Pearl of the Orient, will ride the wave of flourishing national development and sail with the wind, steering towards a brighter and more prosperous future!

This is a translation of Chief Executive John Lee’s speech delivered at the reception in celebration of the 29th anniversary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s establishment on July 1.

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Ceremony marks 29th anniversary

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

Chief Executive John Lee and senior government officials attended a flag-raising ceremony this morning to celebrate the 29th anniversary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s establishment.

The ceremony was held at Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai at 8am.

The Police Band performed and a choir from Belilios Public School and Queen’s College sang the national anthem under the lead of two singers. This was followed by a fly-past and a sea parade by the disciplined services.

Led by the Chief Executive, a celebratory reception was subsequently held at the Grand Hall on Level 3 of the Convention & Exhibition Centre.

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MOEA Announces New Energy Efficiency Regulations Requiring Major Energy Users to Conduct Energy Audits and Develop Energy Conservation Plans

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

To promote comprehensive energy conservation across industries, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) announced on May 18 the “Regulations Governing Energy Audit and Establishment of Energy Conservation Plans for Energy Users.” According to the new regulations, major energy users with a contracted power capacity exceeding 800 kW must conduct professional energy audits and develop and implement a five-year energy-saving plan to achieve the policy objective of “Deep Energy Saving.”

The Executive Yuan has been promoting the “Deep Energy Saving Action Plan” since 2024, with a target of saving 20.6 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity over four years. In the initial phase, state-owned enterprises took the lead in conducting energy audits, while approximately 4,900 major energy users were required to achieve an annual average electricity-saving rate of 1% or 1.5%, depending on their contracted power capacity. At the household level, subsidies for replacing old home appliances with energy-efficient models continue to be promoted. As of April 2026, these measures had collectively saved 12.068 billion kWh of electricity, with major energy users contributing over 2.9 billion kWh of the total savings. Furthermore, from January to April 2026 alone, approximately 1.17 billion kWh of electricity was saved, reducing natural gas demand for power generation by about 164,000 metric tons-equivalent to the total gas supply from approximately 2.7 LNG tankers-demonstrating significant energy-saving achievements.

The MOEA stated that the newly announced regulations require major energy users to complete comprehensive energy audits between 2026 and 2027. Based on the findings of the audit reports, users must submit a five-year energy conservation plan before the first quarter of 2028. Energy audit teams may consist of qualified professionals from accredited organizations, academic institutions, research institutes, or licensed professional engineers. These teams will assist major energy users in comprehensively auditing existing equipment and identifying energy-saving opportunities throughout their facilities, based on which energy-saving targets and implementation plans will be developed. Users are required to submit annual progress reports to the MOEA. To assist users in finding suitable energy audit teams based on their specific needs, the MOEA will establish the Energy Audit Information Section. This section will compile and provide information on various energy audit teams, making it convenient for users to search for and contact professional services.

To facilitate investment in energy-saving projects, the government offers a diverse range of financial incentives and support measures to lower the threshold of energy-saving investments for businesses. In addition to extending the investment tax credit incentives under Article 10-1 of the Statute for Industrial Innovation-which expands applicable energy-saving and carbon-reduction projects and raises the maximum investment deduction cap to NT$2 billion-the government also provides various financial subsidies. These include subsidies for Energy Service Company (ESCO) performance-guaranteed projects, waste heat and cold recovery projects, and the purchase of power-driven utility equipment. All sectors are welcome to apply for and utilize these resources.

The MOEA emphasized that through mandatory energy audits and five-year energy conservation plans for major energy users, the energy-saving potential in energy-intensive facilities can be fully identified. This will not only maximize energy efficiency but also stimulate the development of energy-audit technologies and related energy-efficiency service industries, thereby boosting the energy efficiency market. The MOEA encourages all sectors to work together to accelerate the net-zero transition and create benefits for industry, society, and the environment.

Spokesperson:
Mr. Chung-Hsien Chen, Deputy Director General, Energy Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs
Tel: +886-2-2775-7700 / +886-919-998-339
Email: ctchen2@moeaea.gov.tw

Contact Person:
Ms. Kao Shu-fang, Director, Energy Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs
Tel: +886-2-2775-7773 / +886-918-400-668
Email: sfkao@moeaea.gov.tw

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2026 Honours List and Justices of the Peace appointments

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

2026 Honours List and Justices of the Peace appointments 

　     ​The citations of the award recipients of the 2026 Honours List are provided in Appendix 1.

     The award recipients come from different walks of life with diverse backgrounds. They have made significant contributions to Hong Kong in different areas, benefitting various domains and sectors of the community, including public and community service, education, medical and public health, finance, trade and industry, innovation and technology, charity, arts and culture, sports, housing, transport, construction and urban development, environment, religion, labour and welfare, women and youth affairs, and professional services.Issued at HKT 0:01

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CPC anniversary celebrations set

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

A ceremony launching activities to celebrate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China will be held tomorrow at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong SAR, the ceremony will kick off a series of celebratory events.

These activities aim to enable members of the public to appreciate the nation’s achievements and to promote patriotism.

Before the launch ceremony begins, the Hong Kong SAR Government will arrange for guests to watch the anniversary celebration event in Beijing. 

Members of the public can watch the full proceedings live on RTHK TV 31 and 32.

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HKNSL promulgation celebrated

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today marked the sixth anniversary of the promulgation and implementation of the National Security Law (HKNSL), reiterating that the city’s national security frameworks ensure robust protection and steady economic growth.

As mentioned in the white paper titled “Hong Kong: Safeguarding China’s National Security Under the Framework of One Country, Two Systems” issued by the State Council Information Office in February, the Hong Kong SAR Government noted that the HKNSL serves as a key stabilising force by providing essential institutional safeguards.

The Hong Kong SAR Government expressed gratitude to the central government for enacting the HKNSL six years ago, enabling Hong Kong’s transition from chaos to order.

To fulfil its constitutional responsibility, the current-term Government achieved a historic milestone by enacting the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance (SNSO) under Article 23 of the Basic Law. The SNSO works in tandem with the HKNSL to achieve full convergence, compatibility and complementarity. These laws, alongside subsequent subsidiary legislation, have significantly strengthened Hong Kong’s legal system and enforcement mechanisms.

Since the implementation of both laws, local livelihoods and the business environment have steadily improved. Notably, Hong Kong was again ranked as the world’s freest economy and led globally in funds raised through initial public offerings, demonstrating strong international confidence in the city’s stable business environment.

In line with the white paper’s call to enhance national security education, the Security Bureau has launched a series of commemorative programmes. A five-episode television series, NS files: Decoded, premiered today to analyse major national security cases, and an interactive drama will be presented in early July.

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MOFA strongly condemns Chinese Foreign Minister Wang’s renewed efforts to misrepresent UNGA Resolution 2758 and mislead international community

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

April 30, 2026  No. 168  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns and protests Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s inappropriate distortion of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758 during a recent meeting with President of the 80th session of the UNGA Annalena Baerbock. He falsely claimed that the resolution had resolved the issue of representation for all of China—including Taiwan—and that it had been universally accepted within the UN system.
MOFA reiterates that UNGA Resolution 2758 merely addressed the issue of China’s representation in the United Nations and that it made no mention of Taiwan throughout its entire text. The resolution did not determine that Taiwan was part of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), and it certainly did not authorize the PRC to represent Taiwan in the UN system. Thus, the resolution has no bearing on Taiwan and cannot serve as a basis for precluding Taiwan’s participation in the UN system or other multilateral mechanisms. Only the democratically elected government of Taiwan has the right to represent Taiwan in the UN system and other international organizations and multilateral mechanisms.
 
MOFA notes that following World War II, the Treaty of San Francisco—which has the force of international law—replaced political declarations such as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation. The treaty did not grant sovereignty over Taiwan to the PRC, and the PRC has never governed Taiwan. Therefore, Taiwan is by no means part of the PRC.
 
Moreover, in the mid-1980s, Taiwan began a bottom-up transition toward political liberalization and democratization, culminating in its first direct presidential election in 1996. Since then, the representatives of the executive and legislative branches of the Republic of China (Taiwan) government have all been democratically elected by the people of Taiwan, making the ROC (Taiwan) government the sole lawful government that effectively governs and represents Taiwan internationally. This has also established the objective fact that the ROC (Taiwan) and the PRC exist as equals and the status quo that neither is subordinate to the other. Further, the ROC (Taiwan) has experienced three changes of governing party—in 2000, 2008, and 2016. The continued consolidation of Taiwan’s democratic system and sense of identity reflects the Taiwan people’s staunch belief in and unwavering commitment to the pursuit of freedom and democracy. 
 
MOFA urges the international community to continue taking concrete action to counter China’s misrepresentation of UNGA Resolution 2758 and jointly refute China’s efforts to claim that the issue of Taiwan is an internal matter by improperly linking the resolution to the so-called “one China principle,” thereby attempting to change the objective cross-strait status quo and establish a legal basis for the potential future use of force against Taiwan.
 
MOFA also calls on the UN system to strictly abide by the principle of neutrality and refrain from acquiescing to China’s unreasonable suppression of Taiwan’s legitimate right to seek participation and acceding to inappropriate statements on behalf of all UN member states.
 
MOFA emphasizes that Taiwan, as a force for good in the international community, is capable of actively contributing to the UN system’s varied initiatives, including the Sustainable Development Goals and international peace and security. Only by including Taiwan can the United Nations truly realize the principle of universality and the goal of leaving no one behind. (E)

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FEHD releases sixth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in June

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

FEHD releases sixth batch of gravidtrap indexes for Aedes albopictus in June  

District

District     With reference to the data from the past few years, the gravidtrap indexes start to rise from April every year. The indexes are higher from May to June. The actual timing and extent of the rise are affected by factors like weather conditions and rainfall. As compared with last year, the temperature began to climb earlier this year and the rainfall in June increased substantially, creating favourable conditions for mosquito growth and breeding. Depending on factors like rainfall, the indexes may rise further, but the overall trend of gravidtrap indexes this year is similar to those of previous years.

     The FEHD has also carried out a series of actions, including:     Public participation is crucial to the effective control of mosquito problems. The FEHD appeals to members of the public to continue to work together in strengthening personal mosquito control measures, including:     Starting in August 2025, following the completion of the surveillance of individual survey areas, and once the latest gravidtrap index and the density index are available, the FEHD has been disseminating 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 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 62 survey areas of the community, with a surveillance period of two weeks. During the surveillance period, 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 of 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 18:05

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Red flag hoisted at Silver Mine Bay Beach

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

Attention TV/radio announcers:

Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:
 
     Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
 
     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (June 27) that according to the Beach Water Quality Forecast System of the Environmental Protection Department (www.epd.gov.hk/epd/english/environmentinhk/water/beach_quality/forecast_system.html), the Beach Water Quality Forecast Index for Silver Mine Bay Beach in Islands District is 4, which means the predicted water quality at this beach is “Very Poor” due to potential transient water quality fluctuations caused by heavy rain. The red flag has been hoisted, and beachgoers are advised not to enter the water to safeguard their health.

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Red flag hoisted at Pui O Beach

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

Attention TV/radio announcers:

Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:

Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (June 28) that due to big waves, the red flag has been hoisted at Pui O Beach in Islands District. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at the beach.