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Reappointment of Executive Director (Policy) of Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority announced

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The Government announced today (June 26) that the Financial Secretary, in exercise of his authority under the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance (Cap. 485) (MPFSO) as delegated by the Chief Executive, has reappointed Mr Eric Cheng Siu-fun as the Executive Director (Policy) of the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (MPFA) for a term of three years from July 1, 2026, until June 30, 2029.

In welcoming the reappointment, a spokesperson for the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau said, “Mr Cheng has served as the Executive Director (Policy) of the MPFA since 2023. Over the past three years, he has played an active role in advancing reform initiatives for the Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) System, including formulating legislative proposals to implement MPF ‘Full Portability’ and measures to expand the scope of MPF permissible investments, thereby furthering the interests of scheme members. We are confident that Mr Cheng will continue to make valuable contributions to the betterment of the MPF System.”

The MPFA is a statutory body established under the MPFSO in September 1998 for the regulation and supervision of the MPF System.

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Hong Kong Customs combats unfair trade practices by postnatal care centre

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

​Hong Kong Customs yesterday (June 25) arrested a female director and salesperson of a postnatal care centre suspected of having applied false trade descriptions in the course of selling postnatal services, in contravention of the Trade Descriptions Ordinance (TDO).

Customs earlier received information from members of the public alleging that a postnatal care centre, when selling postnatal services, had falsely claimed to have partnerships with multiple private hospitals, offering appointment-free medical consultation services, and claimed to have collaborated with a well-known restaurant to provide postnatal meals. Upon using the services, customers found that there were material differences from what the centre had promised and services delivered. Customs subsequently launched an investigation and verified with the relevant hospitals and the restaurant, all of which confirmed that they had no partnership with the postnatal care centre.

After investigation, Customs officers yesterday arrested a 40-year-old local female director and salesperson of the centre.

An investigation is ongoing and the arrested person has been released on bail pending further investigation.

Customs reminds traders to comply with the requirements of the TDO and consumers to procure services at reputable businesses.

Under the TDO, any trader who applies a false trade description to a service supplied or offered to be supplied to a consumer commits an offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $500,000 and imprisonment for five years.

Members of the public may report any suspected violations of the TDO 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).
 

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Appointments to new-term Community Care Fund Task Force

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Appointments to new-term Community Care Fund Task ForceProfessor Simon Wong Kit-lung (Vice-chairperson)
 
Members of the CoP
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Mr Calvin Chan Ming-wai
Professor Terence Chong Tai-leung
Ms Helen Hsu Siu-man
Mr Kan Ming-tung
Mr Jimmy Kwok Chun-wah*
Mrs Patricia Lau
Ms Joyce Lee Yuen-sum
Dr James Li Tsz-shu
Ms Anthea Lo Wing-sze*
Ms Nikki Ng Mien-hua
Mr Roger Ngan Chi-wing*
Mrs Chandni Rakesh*
Dr Loletta So Kit-ying
Mr So Ping-fai
Mrs Mary Suen Choi To-may
Mr Augustine Wong Ho-ming———————
Dr Spencer Chan Chiu-yee
Mr Tany Chan Hei-chuen*
Ms Chan Siu-lai*
Mrs Viola Chan Man Yee-wai
Mr Kenny Chiu Man-kin
Ms Amanda Ho Tsz-wan*
Ms Ip Shun-hing
Mr Iu Kok-kin*
Mr Dicky Lam Ka-hong*
Ms Connie Lam So-wai*
Ms Lau Suk-han*
Ms Anthea Lee Shuk-wai
Ms Ling See-yan*
Dr Vivian Lou Wei-qun*
Ms Lu Hai
Dr Wong Yiu-chung*———————
Permanent Secretary for Education (or representative)
Permanent Secretary for Health (or representative)
Permanent Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs (or representative)
Permanent Secretary for Labour and Welfare (or representative)
Director of Home Affairs (or representative)
Director of Social Welfare (or representative)Issued at HKT 12:30

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Appointments to Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Fund Task Force

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Appointments to Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Fund Task ForceMr Alan Cheung Yick-lun (Vice-chairperson)——————–
Mr Calvin Chan Ming-wai
Professor Terence Chong Tai-leung
Ms Helen Hsu Siu-man
Mr Kan Ming-tung
Mr Jimmy Kwok Chun-wah
Mrs Patricia Lau
Ms Josephine Lee Yuk-chi
Dr James Li Tsz-shu
Ms Anthea Lo Wing-sze
Dr Loletta So Kit-ying———————–
Mr Alan Chan Wai-ming
Ms Florence Cheng Lok-man
Ms Chu Lai-ling
Ms Jane Hui Chun-yu
Mr Adam Lai Ka-chi
Ms Jen Lau Wing-fung
Ms Sophia Lee Shuk-woon
Dr Venus Lun Yuen-ha
Mr Cliff Tang Wing-chun
Ms Gigi Tung Oi-lai
Ms Wang Chung-wing
Mr Wiva Wei Ka-chun
Mr Fergus Wong Wang-tai
Mr Yiu Ka-chun ——————–
Permanent Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs (or representative)
Permanent Secretary for Labour and Welfare (or representative) 
Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry (or representative) 
Director of Social Welfare (or representative)Issued at HKT 12:30

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Extension of e-Appointment service to applications for registration of Enduring Power of Attorney in High Court Registry

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The following is issued on behalf of the Judiciary:

     The Judiciary today (June 26) announced that the e-Appointment service will be extended to applications for registration of Enduring Power of Attorney (EPoA) in the High Court Registry from next Friday (July 3), for the booking of appointments from July 6.

     Starting from July 6, 2026, anyone who wishes to apply for registration of an EPoA at the High Court Registry is required to make an online appointment in advance via the e-Appointment System at www.judiciary.hk/en/court_services_facilities/hcr_index.html. For details, please refer to the Guidance Notes on the system’s webpage. Walk-in applications without an appointment will no longer be accepted. Walk-in applicants will need to book an appointment for another day via the system, unless there are remaining timeslots in the afternoon of the same day.

     Registered users of “iAM Smart” may use the auto form-filling function of “iAM Smart” to provide relevant personal data for making appointments.

     The e-Appointment service aims at saving court users’ time and enhancing the operational efficiency of court registries and offices. It has already been made available for a wide range of services, including those at the Appeals Registry of the Clerk of Court’s Office of the High Court, the Apostille Service Office of the High Court Registry, the High Court Registry, the Probate Registry, the District Court Registry, the Family Court Registry, the Lands Tribunal Registry, the Labour Tribunal Registry and the Integrated Mediation Office. Details are available at www.judiciary.hk/en/court_services_facilities/es_index.html.

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Special traffic and transport arrangements for flag-raising ceremonies to celebrate 29th anniversary of establishment of HKSAR

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Special traffic and transport arrangements for flag-raising ceremonies to celebrate 29th anniversary of establishment of HKSAR 
(i) From 9.30am to 12.30pm on June 29 and from 0.01am on June 30 to 1pm on July 1(ii) From 0.01am on June 30 to 1pm on July 1(iii) From 5.30am to 1pm on July 1(iv) From 6.30am to 8am on July 1(B) Public transport arrangements

Franchised bus services
 

Date and timeTaxi Services
      In anticipation of congested traffic in the vicinities of Wan Chai North and Tin Hau, motorists are advised to avoid driving to the affected areas. In case of traffic congestion, they should exercise tolerance and patience, follow the Police’s instructions and be alert to the latest traffic news through the media.

     Appropriate traffic signs will be erected to guide motorists. Public transport operators will display notices to inform passengers of the temporary arrangements. Public transport users are advised to pay attention to the arrangements of bus route diversions and relocation of bus stops. The TD and the Police will closely monitor the traffic situation and implement appropriate measures whenever necessary.Issued at HKT 18:10

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AFCD announces assessment result for multi-storey, modernised, and environmentally friendly pig farming project

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) today (June 26) announced that Uni-China Farming Management (HK) Limited has been selected as the construction and operation organisation for Hong Kong’s first multi-storey, modernised, and environmentally friendly pig farming project.

The project is a key initiative under the Government’s Blueprint for Sustainable Development of Agriculture and Fisheries. It aims to encourage the industry to adopt multi-storey, environmentally friendly, and enclosed livestock housing, operated in an intensive and modernised manner with the introduction of technology and automated equipment, to enhance farming efficiency and improve environmental performance.

The AFCD issued an open invitation on May 30, 2025, for organisations to apply for the use of the first site in Sheung Shui to self-finance the construction and operation of Hong Kong’s first multi-storey, modernised, and environmentally friendly pig farm. The application period closed on December 1, 2025, during which two applications were received.

The AFCD convened an assessment panel meeting on May 5, 2026, to evaluate the applications according to three key areas: the applicants’ capability in intensive pig farming, financial viability, and technical assessment, and conducted an overall evaluation based on the established marking scheme. Uni-China Farming Management (HK) Limited was selected during the assessment process and has been invited to submit a detailed project proposal for the construction and operation of Hong Kong’s first multi-storey, modernised, and environmentally friendly pig farm. Site formation works at the Sheung Shui site are expected to be completed within 2026.

The Government will continue to work hand in hand with the industry to promote the intensive and modernised development of the local livestock industry, with a view to fostering the sustainable operation and development of agriculture in Hong Kong.

     

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Tokyo ETO brings Hong Kong cinematic charm to Seoul audiences

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Tokyo (Tokyo ETO) supports the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Seoul organised by the Asian Film Awards Academy (AFAA) in Seoul, Korea, from June 26 to July 5. The presentation features screenings of a number of Hong Kong films for local audiences, with a view to promoting Hong Kong film culture and fostering cultural exchanges between Hong Kong and Korea.
 
     Speaking at the opening ceremony today (June 26), the Principal Hong Kong Economic and Trade Representative (Tokyo), Ms Gillian Lam, said that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has been committed to supporting the long-term development of Hong Kong’s film industry. Through the Film Development Fund, the Government nurtures emerging talents and supports local film productions, enabling more outstanding Hong Kong films and creative talents to shine on the international stage.
 
     Ms Lam said that the Government has also been promoting the integration of film and tourism, bringing film culture beyond cinemas and into the everyday experiences of residents and visitors. The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) launched two movie-themed exhibitions in May last year and January this year respectively, namely the “Kowloon Walled City: A Cinematic Journey” Movie Set Exhibition and the “Yau Ma Tei Police Station: A Cinematic Journey” exhibition, allowing visitors to experience Hong Kong’s unique film culture and appreciate the creativity of Hong Kong film professionals, while promoting the synergistic development of the film and tourism industries.
 
     She encouraged Korean audiences to visit Hong Kong and experience the city’s vibrant cultural atmosphere, as well as a wide array of major events spanning arts and culture, sports and entertainment.
 
     The Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Seoul is organised by AFAA, with support from Tokyo ETO, the Film Development Fund and CCIDA. A total of 10 Hong Kong films are screened during the event, including the opening film “Someone Like Me”, which received financing support under the Film Production Financing Scheme of the Film Development Fund; “Ciao UFO”, winner of Best Film at the 44th Hong Kong Film Awards; as well as classic titles such as “A Better Tomorrow”, “Rouge” and “Once a Thief”. A number of Hong Kong filmmakers and artists, including veteran filmmakers Chan Hing-ka and Stanley Kwan; directors Ho Miu-ki, Lawrence Kan, and Tam Wai-ching; actors Elizabeth Tang and Wong You-nam; as well as film composer and erhu performer Chu Wan-pin, have also been invited to attend post-screening sharing sessions and thematic panel discussions to exchange creative insights with local audiences.

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SCST to attend APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting in Macao

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, will depart for Macao this evening (June 26) to attend the 13th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Tourism Ministerial Meeting tomorrow (June 27).

Miss Law will return to Hong Kong after attending the meeting tomorrow. During her absence, the Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Raistlin Lau, will be the Acting Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism.