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Tender of 10-year HKD HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds through re-opening to be held on October 21

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), as representative of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR Government), announced today (October 14) that a tender of 10-year HKD institutional Government Bonds (Bonds) through the re-opening of existing 10-year Government Bond issue 10GB3507001 under the Infrastructure Bond Programme will be held on October 21, 2026 (Wednesday), for settlement on October 22, 2026 (Thursday).
 
An additional amount of HK$1.25 billion of the outstanding 10-year Bonds (issue no. 10GB3507001) will be on offer. The Bonds will mature on July 24, 2035 and will carry interest at the rate of 3.17 per cent per annum payable semi-annually in arrear. The Indicative Pricings of the Bonds on October 14, 2026 are 94.28 with an annualised yield of 3.986 per cent.
 
Tender is open only to Primary Dealers appointed under the Infrastructure Bond Programme. Anyone wishing to apply for the Bonds on offer can do so through any of the Primary Dealers on the latest published list, which can be obtained from the Hong Kong Government Bonds website at www.hkgb.gov.hk. Each tender must be for an amount of HK$50,000 or integral multiples thereof.
 
Tender results will be published on the HKMA’s website, the Hong Kong Government Bonds website, Bloomberg (GBHK ) and Refinitiv (IBPGSBPINDEX). The publication time is expected to be no later than 3pm on the tender day.

HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds Tender Information

Tender information of 10-year HKD HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds:
 

Issue Number : 10GB3507001
Stock Code : 4294 (HKGB 3.17 3507)
Tender Date and Time : October 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
9.30 am to 10.30 am
Issue and Settlement Date : October 22, 2026 (Thursday)
Amount on Offer : HK$1.25 billion
Maturity : 10 years
Remaining maturity : Approximately 8.76 years
Maturity Date : July 24, 2035 (Tuesday)
Interest Rate : 3.17 per cent p.a. payable semi-annually in arrear
Interest Payment Dates : January 24 and July 24 in each year, commencing on the Issue Date up to and including the Maturity Date, subject to adjustment in accordance with the terms of the Institutional Issuances Information Memorandum of the Infrastructure Bond Programme and Government Sustainable Bond Programme (Information Memorandum) published on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website.
Method of Tender : Competitive tender
Tender Amount : Each competitive tender must be for an amount of HK$50,000 or integral multiples thereof. Any tender applications for the Bonds must be submitted through a Primary Dealer on the latest published list.

The accrued interest to be paid by successful bidders on the issue date (October 22, 2026) for the tender amount is HK$ 390.82 per minimum denomination of HK$50,000.

(The accrued interest to be paid for tender amount exceeding HK$50,000 may not be exactly equal to the figures calculated from the accrued interest per minimum denomination of HK$50,000 due to rounding).
Other Details : Please see the Information Memorandum available on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website or approach Primary Dealers.
     
Expected commencement date of dealing on
the Stock Exchange
of Hong Kong Limited		 : The tender amount is fully fungible with the existing 10GB3507001 (Stock code: 4294) listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong.
Use of Proceeds : The Bonds will be issued under the institutional part of the Infrastructure Bond Programme.  Proceeds will be invested in infrastructure projects in accordance with the Infrastructure Bond Framework published on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website.
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Tender of 3-year HKD HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds through re-opening to be held on October 21

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:

​The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), as representative of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR Government), announced today (October 14) that a tender of 3-year HKD institutional Government Bonds (Bonds) through the re-opening of existing 5-year Government Bond issue 05GB2912001 under the Infrastructure Bond Programme will be held on October 21, 2026 (Wednesday), for settlement on October 22, 2026 (Thursday).
 
An additional amount of HK$0.75 billion of the outstanding 5-year Bonds (issue no. 05GB2912001) will be on offer. The Bonds will mature on December 5, 2029 and will carry interest at the rate of 3.23 per cent per annum payable semi-annually in arrear. The Indicative Pricings of the Bonds on October 14, 2026 are 98.74 with an annualised yield of 3.690 per cent.
 
Tender is open only to Primary Dealers appointed under the Infrastructure Bond Programme. Anyone wishing to apply for the Bonds on offer can do so through any of the Primary Dealers on the latest published list, which can be obtained from the Hong Kong Government Bonds website at www.hkgb.gov.hk. Each tender must be for an amount of HK$50,000 or integral multiples thereof.
 
Tender results will be published on the HKMA’s website, the Hong Kong Government Bonds website, Bloomberg (GBHK ) and Refinitiv (IBPGSBPINDEX). The publication time is expected to be no later than 3pm on the tender day.

HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds Tender Information

Tender information of 3-year HKD HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds:
 

Issue Number   : 05GB2912001
Stock Code   : 4284 (HKGB 3.23 2912)
Tender Date and Time   : October 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
9.30am to 10.30am
Issue and Settlement Date   : October 22, 2026 (Thursday)
Amount on Offer   : HK$0.75 billion
Maturity   : 3 years
Remaining maturity   : Approximately 3.12 years
Maturity Date   : December 5, 2029 (Wednesday)
Interest Rate   : 3.23 per cent p.a. payable semi-annually in arrear
Interest Payment Dates   : June 5 and December 5 in each year, commencing on the Issue Date up to and including the Maturity Date, subject to adjustment in accordance with the terms of the Institutional Issuances Information Memorandum of the Infrastructure Bond Programme and Government Sustainable Bond Programme (Information Memorandum) published on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website.
Method of Tender   : Competitive tender
Tender Amount   : Each competitive tender must be for an amount of HK$50,000 or integral multiples thereof. Any tender applications for the Bonds must be submitted through a Primary Dealer on the latest published list.
The accrued interest to be paid by successful bidders on the issue date (October 22, 2026) for the tender amount is HK$615.03 per minimum denomination of HK$50,000.
(The accrued interest to be paid for tender amount exceeding HK$50,000 may not be exactly equal to the figures calculated from the accrued interest per minimum denomination of HK$50,000 due to rounding).
Other Details   : Please see the Information Memorandum available on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website or approach Primary Dealers.
Expected commencement date of dealing on
the Stock Exchange
of Hong Kong Limited		   : The tender amount is fully fungible with the existing 05GB2912001 (Stock code: 4284) listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong.
Use of Proceeds   : The Bonds will be issued under the institutional part of the Infrastructure Bond Programme. Proceeds will be invested in infrastructure projects in accordance with the Infrastructure Bond Framework published on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website.
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FEHD launches second phase of “Operation Skynet” today to inspect public markets after achieving significant results in first phase

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

FEHD launches second phase of “Operation Skynet” today to inspect public markets after achieving significant results in first phase      
     The first phase of “Operation Skynet” covered supermarkets, restaurants and other food premises across all districts. During the operation, FEHD officers focused on reviewing the environmental hygiene and refuse management of these premises to ensure proper waste disposal, checking goods shelves, refrigerators and food storage areas to ensure cleanliness and hygiene, and thoroughly inspecting for signs of pest and rodent activity to identify root causes and potential risks.

     During the operation, FEHD officers conducted a total of 1 177 inspections against supermarkets, issued 65 statutory Notices of Elimination of Vermin, 25 Notices of Requirement to Cleanse and Repair Food Premises and two warnings, and initiated 14 prosecutions; conducted a total of 432 inspections against restaurants, issued 35 statutory Notices of Elimination of Vermin, 41 Notices of Requirement to Cleanse and Repair Food Premises and six warnings, and initiated 65 prosecutions; and conducted 321 inspections against other food premises, issued 20 statutory Notices of Elimination of Vermin and 17 Notices of Requirement to Cleanse and Repair Food Premises, and initiated 24 prosecutions. The department will continue to follow up on these findings, and to step up follow-up inspections and take further enforcement action where necessary.
      
     A spokesman for the FEHD said that any premises (including supermarkets) selling pre-made and prepackaged cooked foods, sushi and sashimi must obtain the relevant licence or restricted food permit issued by the FEHD and comply with the applicable licensing conditions. The department has been flexibly deploying resources in light of the actual circumstances, and adopting a risk-based strategy for inspections and enforcement actions to safeguard public health.
      
     The spokesman stressed that maintaining environmental hygiene in the community is everyone’s responsibility. Pest and rodent control as well as food safety rely on the concerted efforts of the Government, the trade and the public. The FEHD will continue to closely monitor the hygiene conditions of various food premises through a multipronged approach, combining risk-based inspections with publicity, education and community collaboration. Should irregularities be found, the department will take immediate enforcement action to diligently perform its gatekeeping role in protecting food safety and safeguarding environmental hygiene for the public.Issued at HKT 17:55

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LCQ7: Concern about adolescents’ addiction to the Internet

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     Following is a question by the Hon Judy Chan and a written reply by the Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, in the Legislative Council today (October 14):

Question: 
(3) and (4) In response to the above situation, to protect children and young people from potential harm arising from using the internet and social media, various Government bureaux and departments, NGOs and community partners have taken a series of measures to strengthen relevant services and referrals, as well as public education (as detailed in Part (5) of the reply below). Our strategy is to identify and intervene in potential cases at an early stage through cross-sectoral collaboration, thereby minimising the likelihood of them developing into more complex social, family, health and safety issues. The individual cases mentioned in the question, where mental health problems require medical intervention, are already serious; treatment or rehabilitation is more difficult, and the social and personal costs are higher. Therefore, adopting a strategy of early identification and intervention is of paramount importance.      Based on the reply above, the factors and impacts of social media are manifold. The development of depression, anxiety, or self-harm behaviours among children and adolescents can be attributed to multiple factors, making it difficult to identify a single cause. Cyberbullying or excessive Internet use may be among the contributing factors. The HA does not maintain statistics on the number of psychiatric patients suffering from conditions such as depression or anxiety that are induced by cyberbullying or Internet addiction.

(5) In addition to parts (3) and (4) of the reply regarding identification, intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation services, the Government attaches great importance to promoting public mental health education, examples of public education and outreach efforts regarding the prevention of Internet addiction among children and adolescents and the coping with cyberbullying trauma are as follows:Note 2: The current data from the SHS Centre of the DH only covers the number of students referred due to psychological and behavioural issues; it does not provide a breakdown by specific reasons for referral (such as Internet addiction or trauma resulting from cyberbullying).
Note 3: With effect from October 1, 2022, the waiting time for new case booking is calculated from the date the booking application is submitted to the scheduled appointment date at SOPC or integrated clinic (whichever is earlier).
Note 4: In view of the COVID-19 epidemic outbreak in Hong Kong in early 2020, the HA has adjusted its services to cope with the outbreak. Therefore, the above situation should also be taken into account when comparing the HA’s service volume across the relevant years. With the subsiding of Hong Kong’s COVID-19 epidemic situation and cessation of anti-epidemic measures in early 2023, the HA has been gradually resuming provision of all of its public healthcare services to tie in with the Government’s normalcy measures.

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28 more nomination forms for Election Committee Subsector Ordinary Elections received today

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     The Returning Officers for the various subsectors of the 2026 Election Committee Subsector Ordinary Elections received a total of 25 nomination forms for candidates and three nomination forms from designated bodies today (October 14). This brings to 1 086 the total number of nomination forms for candidates and 35 the total number of nomination forms from designated bodies received since nominations opened on October 7. The nomination period will end on October 20.
 
     The breakdown of candidate nomination forms received by each subsector is set out below:
 

First Sector
Subsector No. of nomination forms for candidates received today Cumulative total
Catering 0 17
Commercial (first) 0 19
Commercial (second) 0 19
Commercial (third) 0 21
Employers’ Federation of Hong Kong 0 17
Finance 2 20
Financial services 0 20
Hotel 0 16
Import and export 0 19
Industrial (first) 0 18
Industrial (second) 0 20
Insurance 0 20
Real estate and construction 7 17
Small and medium enterprises 0 17
Textiles and garment 0 19
Tourism 0 20
Transport 1 20
Wholesale and retail 0 19
 
Second Sector
Subsector No. of nomination forms for candidates received today Cumulative total
Accountancy 0 17
Architectural, surveying, planning and landscape 0 6
Chinese medicine 0 19
Education 0 14
Engineering 0 17
Legal 4 15
Medical and health services 3 23
Social welfare 2 17
Sports, performing arts, culture and publication 0 15
Technology and innovation 0 17
 
Third Sector
Subsector No. of nomination forms for candidates received today Cumulative total
Agriculture and fisheries 0 72
Associations of Chinese fellow townsmen 0 60
Grassroots associations 3 75
Labour 0 60
 
Fourth Sector
Subsector No. of nomination forms for candidates received today Cumulative total
Heung Yee Kuk 1 30
Representatives of members of Area Committees, District Fight Crime Committees, and District Fire Safety Committees of Hong Kong and Kowloon 1 88
Representatives of members of Area Committees, District Fight Crime Committees, and District Fire Safety Committees of the New Territories 1 93
 
Fifth Sector
Subsector No. of nomination forms for candidates received today Cumulative total
Representatives of Hong Kong members of relevant national organisations 0 110
     
Total: 25 1 086

 
Besides, a total of three nomination forms were received from designated bodies by each subsector:
 

Accountancy
Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total
Association of Hong Kong Accounting Advisors Limited 0 1 (15 nominees in total)
 
Chinese medicine
Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total
WFCMS (Hong Kong) Council Members Association Limited 0 1 (15 nominees in total)
 
Legal
Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total
China Law Society’s HK Council Members Association 0 1 (9 nominees in total)
 
Sports, performing arts, culture and publication
Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total
Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China 0 1 (3 nominees in total)
China Federation of Literary and Art Circles Hong Kong Member Association Limited 0 1 (9 nominees in total)
Hong Kong Publishing Federation Limited 0 1 (3 nominees in total)
 
Technology and innovation
Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total
The Greater Bay Area Association of Academicians 1 (15 nominees in total) 1 (15 nominees in total)
 
Religious
Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total
Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong 0 1 (13 nominees in total)
Chinese Muslim Cultural and Fraternal Association 0 1 (10 nominees in total)
Hong Kong Christian Council 0 0
The Hong Kong Taoist Association 0 1 (10 nominees in total)
The Confucian Academy 0 0
The Hong Kong Buddhist Association 0 1 (10 nominees in total)
 
Representatives of associations of Hong Kong residents in the Mainland
Designated body No. of nomination forms received from designated bodies today Cumulative total
Mainland China (Shenzhen) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Mainland China (Guangzhou) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Mainland China (Dongguan) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Mainland China (Zhongshan) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Mainland China (Huizhou) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Mainland China (Fujian, Xiamen) Consultant Services Centre, The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China 1 (1 nominee in total) 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Tianjin 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Shanghai 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Zhejiang 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Guangdong 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Fujian 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Guangxi 0 0
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Sichuan 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Wuhan 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Liaoning 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China—Shandong 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Professionals (Beijing) Association 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Shanghai Hong Kong Association 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Guangzhou Tianhe Hong Kong and Macau Youth Association 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Association of China Business 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce, Qianhai, Shenzhen 0 0
Hong Kong and Macau Entrepreneurs Branch, Chongqing Overseas Association 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
Fujian Federation of Overseas Chinese Entrepreneurs 1 (1 nominee in total) 1 (1 nominee in total)
Hong Kong and Macao Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Federation in Zhongkai Huizhou 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
The Hong Kong Fellowship in Huadu Guangzhou 0 1 (1 nominee in total)
The Hong Kong Fellowship in Chancheng Foshan 0 0
 
Total: 3 (17 nominees in total) 35 (136 nominees in total)

Particulars of the nominations received today will be uploaded to the election website (www.elections.gov.hk).

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Bypass fully opens Dec 6 with $8 toll

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Government today announced that the Central Kowloon Bypass will be fully commissioned on December 6, and an $8 toll will take effect on the same date.

The Legislative Council approved the $8 toll arrangement  in 2025 for all vehicles using the Central Kowloon Bypass. The Secretary for Transport & Logistics has made the Road Tunnels (Government) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulation 2025 (Commencement) Notice to specify that the relevant toll provisions will come into operation from December 6, 2026.

The commencement notice will be published in the Gazette on October 16 and tabled at the LegCo for negative vetting on October 21.

The Central Kowloon Bypass comprises the already commissioned its Yau Ma Tei Section, and the Kowloon Bay Section, which is scheduled for commissioning on December 6.

Together with the Tseung Kwan O-Lam Tin Tunnel, it forms Route 6, linking Tseung Kwan O, Kowloon East and Kowloon West.

Upon the commissioning of Route 6, the journey time between Tseung Kwan O and Yau Ma Tei during peak hours is expected to be substantially reduced from about 65 minutes to about 12 minutes, bringing considerable convenience to the public.

The Transport & Logistics Bureau said that after duly considering public affordability, the toll for the Central Kowloon Bypass has been set at $8. It is expected to recover part of the operating costs while achieving the intended traffic diversion effect, thereby alleviating traffic on major roads in Kowloon.

The Government has been actively launching publicity campaigns to help the public fully grasp the toll arrangement, with a view to ensuring the smooth rollout.

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AI assistant added to iAM Smart

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Digital Policy Office announced today that an AI Assistant feature is being introduced in the latest version of the “iAM Smart” mobile application to answer enquiries about government services.

The update will be rolled out gradually via official application stores from today through to late October.

The AI Assistant’s service covers enquiries related to public services provided by the Government. Members of the public can type in queries and the assistant will retrieve information instantly from official sources, and organise it into coherent and concise content, using AI technology. 

When users enquire about an online application procedure, the AI Assistant will list out eligibility criteria, step-by-step instructions and a relevant service link, enabling one-click access to the online service. Where applicable, it will also integrate with the “e-ME” form-filling function of “iAM Smart” to assist users in completing online forms.

To activate the AI Assistant, users can simply update to the latest version of the app and tap the icon of the mascot “Swifty” on the homepage.

An enhanced version of the AI Assistant with personalised features will be launched before the end of the year.

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FS to attend IMF, WBG meetings

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

Financial Secretary Paul Chan will depart for Bangkok, Thailand, tomorrow morning to attend the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) as a member of the Chinese delegation. Global finance officials, central bank representatives, business leaders, non-governmental sector leaders and academics will gather to discuss the global economic outlook, financial stability, inclusive growth, poverty reduction and job creation.

The discussions will also focus on mobilising private capital for infrastructure investment and leveraging artificial intelligence to promote employment and sustainable growth across economies while managing associated risks. Mr Chan will attend the plenary session this Friday and participate in an IMF-Hong Kong Monetary Authority roundtable exploring investment opportunities for Middle Eastern and Central Asian economies.

He will outline how Hong Kong can leverage its financial markets to meet these economies’ needs and foster deeper cross-border financial co-operation. In addition, Mr Chan will take part in dialogue sessions organised by Bloomberg and the Atlantic Council to discuss Hong Kong’s economy and offshore renminbi business.

The Financial Secretary will highlight Hong Kong’s unique resilience as an international financial centre and its strategic role in connecting the Mainland and global capital markets. Throughout the event, he will also meet senior executives from the IMF, the WBG and international financial firms to exchange views on regional economic situations.

Mr Chan will also introduce the latest developments in Hong Kong’s financial services sector to strengthen ties and foster future collaboration. He will return to Hong Kong on Saturday afternoon, during which time Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong will act as Financial Secretary.

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EOI invited for onshore power supply

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Environment & Ecology Bureau and the Tourism Commission today invited expressions of interest (EOI) for the development of an onshore power supply (OPS ) facility at the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal (KTCT). The bureau noted that developing OPS facilities will support green shipping, though this specific exercise is strictly for gathering feedback and does not form part of any procurement or tender process.

Interested parties are welcome to submit proposals covering delivery models, facility design, operational plans and cost effectiveness analysis. Space was reserved for these power facilities during the terminal’s initial construction to accommodate future environmental infrastructure.

The initiative follows a government-commissioned consultancy study that reviewed international port trends and analysed the logistics of onboard power connections for cruise ships. While the study confirmed that installing an OPS facility at the KTCT is technically feasible, it emphasised that the long-term economic costs and benefits require further evaluation.

The current EOI exercise will allow the Government to gauge private sector interest in investing in and operating the infrastructure while assessing its overall commercial viability. Submissions must be received by noon on December 14. Click here for details.

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New pacts to avoid double taxation

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

Six orders made by the Chief Executive in Council to implement Comprehensive Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreements (CDTAs) with six countries will be published in the Gazette on October 16.

The CDTAs were signed between May last year and March this year, involving Barbados, Jordan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Maldives, Norway and Rwanda.

They ensure that Hong Kong residents and the tax jurisdictions concerned will not be taxed twice on the same income. The pacts also help investors better gauge potential tax burdens from their cross-border economic activities, boosting bilateral trade and investment.

The six orders will be tabled at the Legislative Council on October 21 for negative vetting.

The agreements will enter into force once Hong Kong and the treaty partners complete their ratification procedures.