DH calls on members of public to maintain oral health for comprehensive physical and mental well-being in support of World Oral Health Day

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

DH calls on members of public to maintain oral health for comprehensive physical and mental well-being in support of World Oral Health Day 
Oral health is closely related to physical health
 
     The Consultant in-charge of the Dental Services of DH, Dr Kitty Hse, remarked that oral health not only affects eating ability, language expression and personal appearance, but is also closely related to overall health. Excessive sugar intake in daily diets can cause tooth decay and also increases the risk of obesity, which is a major risk factor for diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. To address these health challenges, the Government has just launched Hong Kong’s inaugural Action Plan on Weight Management 
     Controlling sugar intake is one of the most effective ways to achieve the concept of “A Happy Mouth is … a Happy Life”. Dr Hse emphasised that sugar-reduction-based dental care habits should be cultivated from infancy. Parents should avoid letting infants fall asleep with a feeding bottle in their mouth and should brush their child’s teeth twice daily once their child starts teething, to reduce the risk of tooth decay. During childhood and adolescence, parents should help their children establish the habit of brushing their teeth with fluoride toothpaste every morning and night, avoid frequent consumption of high-sugar snacks and drinks, and take their children for regular oral health check-ups annually, laying a solid foundation for good dental care from an early age.

Government dental services cover “all ages”
 
     The Government adopts the strategy of widely promoting prevention-oriented primary oral healthcare among citizens across all age groups.
      The DH’s dental services cover all primary and secondary school students under 18 and preschool children in Hong Kong, aiming to provide continuous oral health support from preschool through school age, help children establish good lifestyle habits from the earliest stages of life, and guide them to maintain regular oral check-ups throughout their lives for early prevention of dental problems.
 
     Upon reaching adulthood, members of the public should cultivate good oral health habits through daily practices, including thorough daily cleaning of teeth and interdental spaces, regular oral check-ups, maintaining a balanced diet, reducing sugar intake, and avoiding smoking and alcohol consumption. These habits can help lower the risk of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. The Government provides oral health education, oral hygiene instructions, and risk assessment services in the community through DHCs and non-governmental organisations. It also collaborates with relevant dental clinics to assist DHCs in offering oral health care services to designated high-risk groups. Through implementing the principle of “early prevention, early detection and early treatment” of dental diseases, members of the public can effectively preserve their teeth and maintain oral function in later stages of life, thereby improving their overall quality of life.
      
     To strengthen oral health protection, the Government launched the
Community Dental Support Programme 
     In support of this year’s World Oral Health Day, Dr Hse said that the DH has not only launched a promotional video, but also organised a thematic exhibition at the following venues. Members of the public are welcome to visit:     For more information on oral health and relevant programmes, members of public may visit the DH’s Oral Health Promotion Division’s online platforms and relevant websites:Issued at HKT 9:30

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Two live humphead wrasses seized in inspection operation by AFCD

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) seized two live humphead wrasses from a restaurant in Lok Fu during an inspection operation yesterday evening (March 19), with an estimated market value of about $17,000.
 
     Following a complaint received earlier alleging that a restaurant in Lok Fu was suspected of illegally selling the endangered humphead wrasse, AFCD officers conducted an inspection at the restaurant. During the operation, officers found two live humphead wrasses on display in a fish tank at the restaurant, and the species was also listed on the restaurant menu. AFCD officers requested the restaurant manager to provide proof of origin for the fish. The document provided indicated that the humphead wrasses were wild-caught.
 
     The humphead wrasse is listed in Appendix II to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). According to the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586), possession of live specimens of Appendix II species of wild origin requires a Licence to Possess. As the restaurant manager was unable to produce any required licence, the AFCD has therefore seized the humphead wrasses for further investigation.
 
     A spokesman for the AFCD said, “Illegal possession of endangered species is a serious offence. Any person contravening the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance will be liable to a maximum fine of $10 million and imprisonment for 10 years, and the seized specimens will also be forfeited upon conviction.”
 
     The Government is committed to protecting endangered species. The AFCD will remain vigilant and continue to monitor and collect intelligence through various channels, and proactively take enforcement action to combat offences involving endangered species. Members of the public are urged to report any suspected illegal possession of endangered species to the AFCD by calling 2150 6978 or emailing to espint@afcd.gov.hk.

  

Saigon Street in Yau Ma Tei to be reinstated as one-way eastbound from March 22

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Saigon Street in Yau Ma Tei to be reinstated as one-way eastbound from March 22      Motorists should pay attention to traffic signs and drive with care when passing through the road sections concerned. The Government has distributed notices to the relevant District Council members and stakeholders on the above arrangements.

     Members of the public may visit the Highways Department’s Central Kowloon Bypass (Yau Ma Tei Section) webpage (ckr-hyd.hk/traffic_diversionIssued at HKT 10:00

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34 persons arrested during anti-illegal worker operations

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     The Immigration Department (ImmD) mounted a series of territory-wide anti-illegal worker operations codenamed “Rally”, “Greenlane”, and “Twilight”, a joint operation with the Hong Kong Police Force and the Labour Department codenamed “Powerplayer”, and a joint operation with the Hong Kong Police Force codenamed “Windsand” from March 13 to yesterday (March 19). A total of 26 suspected illegal workers, seven suspected employers and one suspected aider and abettor were arrested.
 
     ImmD officers targeted industries that are prone to involvement with illegal employment, including the catering and cleaning industries, and mounted a series of anti-illegal worker focused operations for four consecutive days from March 16 to March 19.  After an in-depth investigation and intelligence analysis, ImmD officers identified and raided 23 target locations, including restaurants, cleaning companies and commercial buildings. Nineteen suspected illegal workers and six suspected employers were arrested. The arrested suspected illegal workers comprised six men and 13 women, aged 22 to 62. Among them, four illegal workers were holding recognisance forms which prohibit them from taking any employment, and three others were suspected of using and being in possession of forged Hong Kong identity cards. The arrested illegal workers included dishwashers, cleaners and kitchen workers. Six men, aged 39 to 53, were suspected of employing the illegal workers and were also arrested.
 
     During other anti-illegal worker operations, investigators raided multiple target locations including construction sites, scaffolding sites and performance venues. Seven suspected illegal workers, one suspected employer and one aider and abetter were arrested. The arrested suspected illegal workers comprised one man and six women, aged 24 to 48. Among them, a woman was holding a recognisance form which prohibits her from taking any employment. A man aged 67 was suspected of employing the illegal workers and was also arrested. The aider and abettor was a man aged 40. An investigation into the suspected employers is ongoing, and the possibility of further arrests is not ruled out.
 
     An ImmD spokesman said, “Any person who contravenes a condition of stay in force in respect of him or her shall be guilty of an offence. Also, visitors are not allowed to take employment in Hong Kong, whether paid or unpaid, without the permission of the Director of Immigration. Offenders are liable to prosecution and upon conviction face a maximum fine of $50,000 and up to two years’ imprisonment. Aiders and abettors are also liable to prosecution and penalties.”
 
     The spokesman warned, “As stipulated in section 38AA of the Immigration Ordinance, an illegal immigrant, a person who is the subject of a removal order or a deportation order, an overstayer or a person who was refused permission to land is prohibited from taking any employment, whether paid or unpaid, or establishing or joining any business. Offenders are liable upon conviction to a maximum fine of $50,000 and up to three years’ imprisonment. As stipulated in section 20(1)(a) of the Immigration Ordinance, the Chief Executive may make a deportation order against an immigrant, prohibiting the immigrant from being in Hong Kong at any time thereafter if the immigrant has been found guilty in Hong Kong of an offence punishable by imprisonment for not less than two years. Under the prevailing laws, it is an offence to use or possess a forged identity card or an identity card related to another person. Offenders are liable to prosecution and upon conviction face a maximum fine of $100,000 and up to 10 years’ imprisonment.”
 
     The spokesman stressed that it is a serious offence to employ people who are not lawfully employable. Under the Immigration Ordinance, the maximum penalty for an employer employing a person who is not lawfully employable, i.e. an illegal immigrant, a person who is the subject of a removal order or a deportation order, an overstayer or a person who was refused permission to land, has been significantly increased from a fine of $350,000 and three years’ imprisonment to a fine of $500,000 and 10 years’ imprisonment to reflect the gravity of such offences. The director, manager, secretary, partner, etc, of the company concerned may also bear criminal liability. The High Court has laid down sentencing guidelines that the employer of an illegal worker should be given an immediate custodial sentence.
 
     According to the court sentencing, employers must take all practicable steps to determine whether a person is lawfully employable prior to employment. Apart from inspecting a prospective employee’s identity card, the employer has the explicit duty to make enquiries regarding the person and ensure that the answers would not cast any reasonable doubt concerning the lawful employability of the person. The court will not accept failure to do so as a defence in proceedings. It is also an offence if an employer fails to inspect the job seeker’s valid travel document if the job seeker does not have a Hong Kong permanent identity card. Offenders are liable upon conviction to a maximum fine of $150,000 and to imprisonment for one year. In that connection, the spokesman would like to remind all employers not to defy the law by employing illegal workers. The ImmD will continue to take resolute enforcement action to combat such offences.
 
     Under the existing mechanism, the ImmD will, as a standard procedure, conduct an initial screening of vulnerable persons, including illegal workers, illegal immigrants, sex workers and foreign domestic helpers, who are arrested during any operation with a view to ascertaining whether they are trafficking in persons (TIP) and/or forced labour victims. When any TIP and/or forced labour indicator is revealed in the initial screening, the ImmD officers will conduct a full debriefing and identification by using a standardised checklist to ascertain the presence of TIP and/or forced labour elements. Identified TIP and/or forced labour victims will be provided with various forms of support and assistance, including urgent intervention, medical services, counselling, shelter or temporary accommodation and other supporting services. The ImmD calls on TIP and/or forced labour victims to report crimes to the relevant departments immediately.
 
     For reporting illegal employment activities, please call the dedicated hotline 3861 5000, fax at 2824 1166, email anti_crime@immd.gov.hk, or submit the “Online Reporting of Immigration Offences” form at www.immd.gov.hk.

        

Government announces appointments to Communications Authority

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Government announces appointments to Communications Authority 
     Commenting on the appointments, the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, said, “I would like to welcome Ms Hsu Siu-man from the social welfare sector and Ms Miranda Kwan from the business sector as new members of the CA. Their rich experience and professional knowledge in respective fields will offer valuable insights into the CA’s work. I am also grateful that Ms Wendy Yuen has accepted the reappointment and continue to support the work of the CA.”

     Mr Yau also expressed gratitude to the outgoing members, Dr Hubert Chan Chung-yee and Ms Amy Fung Dun-mi, for their important contributions and support to the CA during the past six years, particularly their leadership and dedication while serving as chairpersons of committees under the CA. 
Ms Hsu Siu-man
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     Ms Hsu is currently the Executive Director of the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups and a Hong Kong Representative to the All-China Women’s Federation. She is a member of the Commission on Poverty, the Public Libraries Advisory Committee and the Social Welfare Advisory Committee, and a panel member of the Human Organ Transplant Board. She is also an elected member of the Executive Committee of the Hong Kong Council of Social Services. She has previously served as a member of the Child Fatality Review Panel and the Committee on Services for Youth at Risk.——————————————
     Ms Kwan is the Director of Business Assurance of SGS Hong Kong Limited. She is currently a member of the Business Facilitation Advisory Committee, the Consumer Council and the Enterprise Support Scheme Assessment Panel. She has formerly served as a member of the Consumer Goods Safety Appeal Board Panel, the Trade and Industry Advisory Board and the Accreditation Advisory Board.
 
     The membership of the CA from April 1, 2026, will be as follows:————
Mr Jenkin Suen——————
Permanent Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development—————————
Mr Nicholas Chan Hiu-fung
Professor Anthony Fung Ying-him
Ms Hsu Siu-man
Mr Michael Hui Wah-kit
Ms Miranda Kwan Ching-yi
Mr Patrick Law Fu-yuen
Professor Leung Siu-fai
Dr Patrick Tsie Kai-yiu
Ms Wendy Yuen Miu-ling——————–
Director-General of Communications
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Film Archive to present “The Kid” and “Fantasies in Reality: A Cinematic Journey” screenings in April

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Film Archive to present “The Kid” and “Fantasies in Reality: A Cinematic Journey” screenings in April  
“Restored Treasures – The Kid (1999) (4K Digitally Restored Version) (Hong Kong Premiere)”
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      To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the birth of superstar Leslie Cheung, the HKFA will premiere the 4K digitally restored version of “The Kid” (1999) at 7.30pm on April 26 (Sunday) at the Grand Theatre of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre.
 
    Amid the sluggish Hong Kong film market in the late 1990s, the director of “The Kid”, Jacob Cheung, worked with various filmmakers to found Creative Alliance, a collective where directors had to raise funds and hire actors personally to produce quality films. At this juncture, Leslie Cheung joined the production of the film with a nominal pay of $1. He also took it upon himself to compose and sing the theme song. To let more audiences witness the superstar’s passion for Hong Kong films, Jacob Cheung funded the 4K digital restoration of the film after more than two decades. 
 
      In the film, Leslie Cheung plays the role of a financial elite losing everything during the economic turmoil of the time. At this low point of his life, he finds and adopts an abandoned baby boy. The two become indispensable to each other, like father and son, until the return of the child’s mother, forcing them to make a choice. The film exemplifies Jacob Cheung’s signature blend of arthouse lyricism and realism, reflecting the emotions of Hong Kong people during the financial crisis while offering a tender portrait of a family bond.
 
      The programme will be accompanied by a pre-screening talk by Jacob Cheung with director Joe Cheung, one of the founders of Creative Alliance. Tickets priced at $70 will be available at URBTIX (www.urbtix.hk 
“Fantasies in Reality: A Cinematic Journey”
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      “Fantasies in Reality: A Cinematic Journey” will be held from April 25 to June 7, featuring 12 films from different eras under five themes to present the fantasy worlds created by Hong Kong filmmakers with their wild inventiveness and daring special effects.
 
     The screening programme kicks off with the world premiere of “The Spooky Bunch” (1980) (4K digitally restored version). Directed by Ann Hui and starring the film’s producer Josephine Siao, alongside Kenny Bee, Kwan Chung, Lau Hark-suen, Tina Liu and others, the film employs a darkly comedic approach to portray a paranormal adventure of a Cantonese opera troupe in Cheung Chau. With Cantonese opera performances woven into the story, the film blends suspense, hilarity, Cantonese opera culture and local supernatural folk legend. The 4K digitally restored version revives the audio-visual quality of its original theatrical release to bring back the original splendour of this Hong Kong New Wave masterpiece.  
 
      Other films include the two Cantonese fantasy period films with the theme “Memories of Light and Shadow”. Starring Cheung Ying, Law Yim-hing, Sek Kin and others, “Ten Brothers” (1959) (2K digital version) visualises the magical powers of the brothers in their journey to rescue their father through double exposures, still frames, and special props. With advanced technology of the time and intensive special effects, “The Magic Cup” (Part One and Concluding Episode) (1961) (2K digital version) tells the story of good triumphing over evil, with Fung Bo-bo as a little girl defeating evil schemes with the help of the Magic Cup Genie, played by Law Yim-hing. 
 
     Under the theme “Stories Across Time”, “A Chinese Ghost Story” (1987) (2K digitally restored version) tells a mesmerising love story between a man and a ghost, through the fine acting of Leslie Cheung and Joey Wang respectively, with ingenious special effects and cinematography. Turning a side character in the original myth into the protagonist, played by Maggie Cheung, “Green Snake” (1993) (4K digitally restored version) gives a fresh take on the legendary romance between the White Snake, played by Wang, and her scholar, played by Wu Hsing-kuo, all in a bewitching and beguiling world created with special effects and lighting.
 
      The two films under the theme “The Spooky and the Supernatural” were trendsetting and wildly popular at the time of their original release. Scripted, directed and starred by Sammo Hung, “Encounter of the Spooky Kind” (1980) mixes paranormal and comedic elements with martial arts, pioneering a unique sub-genre in Hong Kong films. Also a Hong Kong film classic, “Mr. Vampire” (1985), starring Lam Ching-ying, Ricky Hui and Chin Siu-ho, in its own distinctive style, weaves together Chinese folklores with legends of bloodsucking ghouls in the West, spawning a fad of vampire films in Hong Kong.
 
     Under the theme “Sci-Fi and Comic Wonders”, the two films presented include “I Love Maria” (1988), in which a former gang member, played by the film’s producer Tsui Hark, is hunted by an android, played by Sally Yeh, in a future world. Anita Mui, Andy Lau and Aaron Kwok present exemplary performances in the contemporary-set swordplay film “Saviour of the Soul” (1991), with the screenplay by Wong Kar-wai and Jeff Lau that brings together elements of Eastern and Western fantasies.
 
      One of the films under the theme “Dreamlike Cityscapes” is “Lavender” (2000). It tells an ethereal and romantic fairytale between a broken-winged angel, played by Takeshi Kaneshiro, and an aromatherapist, played by Kelly Chen. In “Wait ‘Til You’re Older” (2005), directed by Teddy Chen and starring Andy Lau and Karen Mok, a boy takes a stolen potion, which makes him an adult overnight with the caveat of growing old soon after, leaving behind profound ponderings about life.
 
     Some screenings will be accompanied by pre- or post-screening talks, where directors Ann Hui and Teddy Chen, art director Dr Rebecca Lee and actress Tina Liu will share their extraordinary creativity both in front of the camera and behind the scenes, while film scholars and researchers Dr Lei Chin-pang, Keeto Lam, Thomas Shin, Eric Tsang, Joyce Yang and Matthew Cheng will discuss with audiences their insights into the films. In addition, Eric Li, son of Li Wui-tao, who founded the Tao Yuen Motion Picture Development Company that produced “The Magic Cup”, will share his memories at the filming studio at a post-screening talk.
 
      “The Spooky Bunch” will be screened at the Grand Theatre of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, with tickets priced at $70 and a 20 per cent discount for LCSD Museum Pass holders purchasing regular-priced tickets for this screening at URBTIX outlets. Other films will be screened at the HKFA Cinema, with tickets priced at $60. There is also a 20 per cent discount is available for every purchase of two or more regular-priced tickets of this programme. Tickets will be available at URBTIX (
www.urbtix.hk 
      For details of the programmes, please visit the website of the HKFA: 
www.filmarchive.gov.hk 
      With “Beyond Fantasy” as this year’s theme, the LCSD presents the fourth Hong Kong Pop Culture Festival. Over the years, Hong Kong pop culture has continued to evolve through music, images and text, as well as stage and cross-media creations. Shaped by the interplay of inheritance, circulation, fusion and breakthroughs, it has distilled a style that is uniquely Hong Kong. The Festival will continue to join audiences and local creators in crossing boundaries within everyday rhythms, and create warm, resonant and moving works while inspiring the limitless possibilities of pop culture. For more information, please visit
www.pcf.gov.hk/enIssued at HKT 18:20

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Hong Kong Customs, FSD and HKPF mount joint operation against illicit fuel storage site and illegal fuelling station

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Hong Kong Customs, FSD and HKPF mount joint operation against illicit fuel storage site and illegal fuelling station       
     According to the Dutiable Commodities Ordinance, any vehicle found conveying illicit motor spirit, as well as any tools, equipment, or articles used or intended to be used in connection with the commission of related offences, shall be liable to forfeiture whether or not any person is convicted of any offence. Anyone involved in dealing with, possession of, selling or buying illicit motor spirit commits an offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $1 million and imprisonment for two years.
      
     Under the Fire Services (Fire Hazard Abatement) Regulation, it is an offence to possess or control any controlled substance for the business purpose of transferring it into vehicle fuel tanks. The Dangerous Goods Ordinance also provides that no person shall manufacture, store, convey or use any dangerous goods unless they possess a licence or exemption granted. Upon conviction, the maximum penalty for the first offence is a fine of $100,000 and imprisonment for six months. For each subsequent offence, the maximum penalty is a $200,000 fine and imprisonment for one year.
      
     Customs will continue to collaborate with the FSD and the HKPF in combating illicit fuel activities and arranging surprise inspections against blackspots of illicit fuel activities. The FSD will also report suspected breach of the land lease governing the site identified to the relevant department for follow-up action. Members of the public are urged not to patronise illegal fuelling stations. As these illegal fuelling stations lack the proper fire-safety installations and equipment used for fuelling stations, the consequences could be catastrophic in the event of a fire.
      
     Members of the public are urged to report suspected illegal fuel activities via the Customs’ 24-hour hotline 182 8080 or the FSD’s 24-hour hotline 5577 9666 or report through the Illicit Fuelling Activities on the Fire Hazard Electronic Complaint Portal of the FSD (fhcp.hkfsd.gov.hkIssued at HKT 18:35

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GoGlobal Task Force thematic website and cross-sector professional services platform launched to support Mainland enterprises going global via Hong Kong

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

GoGlobal Task Force thematic website and cross-sector professional services platform launched to support Mainland enterprises going global via Hong Kong      
     The GoGlobal Task Force thematic website consolidates key information for Mainland enterprises going global, including the GoGlobal Task Force’s member list and support services; promotional events held by the Task Force on the Mainland and in Hong Kong; success stories of Mainland enterprises going global via Hong Kong; practical resources; and the first phase of the cross-sector professional services platform launched on the same day by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.  
      
     As one of the new measures announced in the 2026-27 Budget, the platform brings together service providers from Hong Kong in eight major sectors – finance, legal, accounting, branding and marketing, logistics, communication technology, infrastructure and real estate, and testing and certification. It will match Mainland enterprises with suitable Hong Kong service providers, offering one-stop professional support for their global expansion. The list of service providers on the platform incorporates professional opinions from the Expert Committee on Professional Services for Going Global led by the Deputy Secretary for Justice, relevant members of the GoGlobal Task Force, professional bodies and industry organisations. It will be regularly updated as needed.
      
     The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, said, “The cross-bureau, cross-departmental, and cross-organisation GoGlobal Task Force, launched in October last year, serves as a one-stop platform and the best partner for Mainland enterprises to go global. We encourage Mainland enterprises to make good use of Hong Kong’s international advantages in finance, trade, professional services, innovation and technology, and talent to assist them in expanding their business in the global market. At the same time, more Mainland enterprises going global through Hong Kong will bring more direct investment, job opportunities, and demand for professional services to Hong Kong, further driving high-quality growth in the local economy and the flourishing development of various professions.”
      
     The Deputy Secretary for Justice, Dr Cheung Kwok-kwan, remarked that the Department of Justice (DoJ) has earlier released the inaugural edition of the “Collection of Success Stories: Hong Kong’s Professional Services Supporting Chinese Mainland Enterprises Going Global” (bilingual in Chinese and English), which is available on the DoJ websiteIssued at HKT 15:16

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Consumer Price Indices for February 2026

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Census and Statistics Department (C&SD) released today (March 20) the Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures for February 2026. According to the Composite CPI, overall consumer prices rose by 1.7% in February 2026 over the same month a year earlier, larger than the corresponding increase (1.1%) in January 2026. Netting out the effects of all Government’s one-off relief measures, the year-on-year rate of increase in the Composite CPI (i.e. the underlying inflation rate) in February 2026 was 1.6%, also larger than that in January 2026 (1.0%). The larger increase was mainly due to the increases in the charges for package tours as well as inbound and outbound transport fares during the Chinese New Year, coupled with the fact that the Chinese New Year fell in January last year, resulting in a relatively lower base of comparison in February 2025.

     It should be noted that consumer prices tend to show greater volatility in the first two months of a year due to the timing of the Chinese New Year. As the Chinese New Year fell in February this year but in January last year, the year-on-year comparison for January and February 2026 might have been affected by this factor to a certain extent. Taking the first two months of 2026 together to neutralise the effect of the Chinese New Year, the Composite CPI rose by 1.5% over the same period a year earlier. Netting out the effect of all Government’s one-off relief measures, the corresponding increase was 1.3%.