Category: MIL-OSI

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Vice President of the Organising Committee of the 15th National Games (NG) and Chief Secretary for Administration of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, attended a press conference on preparations for the 15th NG organised by the Information Office of the State Council this afternoon (July 25) in Beijing. Mr Chan, along with relevant officials from the General Administration of Sport of China, Guangdong Province and the Macao Special Administrative Region, introduced the progress of the preparations and highlights of the 15th NG.

     As regards Hong Kong’s advantages in organising competition events, Mr Chan said, “The successful test events for the 15th NG held in Hong Kong have showcased the city’s capability to organise large-scale competitions. As a cosmopolitan city, Hong Kong’s strategic location and convenient transportation have attracted both overseas and Mainland tourists, as well as media. Leveraging its institutional and geographical strengths from ‘one country, two systems’, along with the unique advantage of having strong support from the motherland and close connection with the world, Hong Kong can serve as a solid force in national sports development, backed by rich experience and the capability to organise large-scale sports events.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     ​Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) completed a fruitful visit to the United Kingdom (UK) from July 13 to 20, championing Hong Kong as a premier international green technology hub for UK companies seeking growth and collaboration opportunities in Asia and beyond.

     During the visit, the Senior Vice President (Sustainability) for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship at InvestHK, Ms Olivia To, engaged with key stakeholders in London and Cambridge to foster two-way business opportunities and deepen co-operation in sustainability and green tech innovation.

     In London, Ms To held extensive discussions with leading UK’s new energy, new materials and digital companies, as well as UK Research and Innovation, the national funding agency investing in science and research, Sustainable Ventures, a leading green tech hub and ecosystem provider, Generation Investment Management, a sustainable investment management firm, London & Partners, London’s business growth and destination agency, and London GreenCity, a clean technology entrepreneurs accelerator providing prototyping lab and collaborative community.

     In Cambridge, Ms To spoke at the event titled “Powering Tomorrow: Deep Tech Innovations for a Sustainable Energy Future”, co-organised by the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership and Full Vision Capital, highlighting the competitive advantages Hong Kong offers energy and technology companies to grow and thrive across the region. The conference featured dynamic keynotes on growth strategies for clean energy start-ups, panel discussions on disruptive energy innovations, and a start-up demo where over 30 start-ups showcased their cutting-edge solutions. The event culminated in the announcement of the 4th TERA-Award Winner receiving a prize of US$1 million and a celebratory Gala Dinner, fostering further global networking and collaboration opportunities.

     Ms To said, “Hong Kong’s unparalleled status as a global financial powerhouse connects the East and West markets, bolstered by its dynamic green tech ecosystem and visionary government initiatives like the Green Tech Fund, the Innovation and Technology Fund and the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation’s GreenTech Hub, and positions it as the premier gateway for UK companies to amplify green innovations across Asia. This visit underscores our dedication to fostering collaboration in sustainability and green technology between Hong Kong and the UK. We look forward to supporting more UK companies in establishing and expanding their presence in Hong Kong, utilising our robust financial infrastructure to facilitate financing and IPO listings that attract international capital.”

     The Executive Chairman of the TERA-Award, Mr Alan Chan, stated, “It was our pleasure to have InvestHK’s participation in our TERA-Award event. Together, we are building a stronger global innovation ecosystem that connects investors, start-ups, and green organisations, fostering groundbreaking solutions in smart energy. We look forward to working closely with InvestHK to further expand our promotion of the TERA-Award to the global market and establish a bridge between the international energy contexts.”

     The Chief Innovation Officer from the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, Mr James Cole, said, “We are delighted to welcome InvestHK’s participation in our event, enhancing the collaboration between the UK and Hong Kong economies, supporting sustainability start-ups and strengthening the ecosystem. This collaboration ignites our commitment to forge global partnerships that will propel deep tech innovations, fostering a greener and more resilient future. Together, we anticipate to deepen our collaboration to accelerate the transition to a sustainable future and empower the next generation of innovators.”

     Co-Founder of London GreenCity Mr Laith Anezi said, “Both Hong Kong and the UK share a strong commitment to driving innovation in green technology. InvestHK’s visit has forged a robust foundation for strengthening ties between Hong Kong and British sustainability and green tech companies. We are excited to deepen our partnership with InvestHK, driving innovation to shape a sustainable world together.”

     Hong Kong, as the world’s third-largest financial hub, is well positioned to be the global leader in green tech and finance. The city is transitioning to cleaner energy sources, targeting carbon neutrality by 2050, supported by the Strategy of Hydrogen Development in Hong Kong and significant investments in the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Co-operation Zone.

     In green mobility, Hong Kong’s roadmap for electric vehicles has seen 70 per cent of newly registered private cars in 2024 be electric, with plans to establish the city as a green maritime fuel bunkering centre.

     This visit to the UK is a testament to Hong Kong’s dedication to fostering international collaboration and driving the global transition to a sustainable future. By attracting more UK companies in sustainable technology and innovation, Hong Kong aims to accelerate the adoption of innovative solutions that address the world’s most pressing environmental challenges.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Immigration Department (ImmD) carried out a repatriation operation today (July 25). A total of 17 Vietnamese illegal immigrants and overstayers were repatriated to Vietnam. The persons removed comprised nine men and eight women, all of whom were unsubstantiated non-refoulement claimants. Among them were discharged prisoners who had committed criminal offences and had been sentenced to imprisonment.
 
     The ImmD has been committed to promptly removing unsubstantiated non-refoulement claimants from Hong Kong to maintain effective immigration control and safeguard the public interest. Under the updated removal policy effective from December 7, 2022, the ImmD may generally proceed with the removal of a claimant whose judicial review case has been dismissed by the Court of First Instance of the High Court, thereby enhancing the efficiency of and efforts in removing unsubstantiated claimants.

     The ImmD will remain committed to expediting the removal process to repatriate illegal immigrants and overstayers from Hong Kong as soon as practicable according to the actual situation through appropriate measures as necessary.
 

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

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     Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (July 25) that Lido Beach and Casam Beach in Tsuen Wan District are temporarily closed until further notice for maintenance of the shark prevention nets. Red flags have been hoisted at these beaches. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at these beaches.

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

The 114th Double Tenth Celebration Committee held its second meeting, where Chairperson Michael Wu briefed community leaders on the planning progress. He also unveiled this year’s theme and logo — “Legacy in Motion” — symbolizing the brilliance of Taiwan’s history and the wisdom passed down through generations. In an era of rapid innovation, it highlights how tradition and technology can converge in harmony, guiding Taiwan boldly into the future.
Director General David Cheng-Wei Wu commended Michael and his team for their precise planning, as reflected in the meeting handbook—demonstrating the quality and efficiency of Taiwanese entrepreneurship. He looks forward to the community’s strong support and active participation in both the National Day Reception hosted by TECO Sydney, and the National Day Dinner organized by the Celebration Committee.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

The following is issued on behalf of the Judiciary:
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The Chief Executive has accepted the recommendation of the Chief Justice of the Court of Final Appeal to extend the terms of office of the following three non-permanent judges of the Court of Final Appeal for a period of three years:
 
Non-Permanent Judge from Another Common Law Jurisdiction
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(commencing July 29, 2025)
 
The Honourable Mr Justice William Gummow
 
Non-Permanent Hong Kong Judges
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(commencing September 1, 2025)
 
The Honourable Mr Justice Frank Stock, GBS
 
(commencing October 21, 2025)
 
The Honourable Mr Justice Patrick Chan Siu-oi, GBM
 
The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal Ordinance provides for a list of non-permanent Hong Kong judges and a list of judges from other common law jurisdictions. The term of appointment of such judges is three years. That term may be extended for one or more periods of three years by the Chief Executive acting in accordance with the recommendation of the Chief Justice.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The projected private flat supply for the next three to four years is 101,000 units, 4,000 lower than the previous estimate.

The Housing Bureau today said there were 27,000 unsold units in completed projects at the end of June.

There were also 64,000 units under construction, excluding those pre-sold by developers; and 10,000 units from disposed sites where construction may start anytime.

The number of flats under construction in the second quarter was 2,500, while 4,600 units were completed during the period.

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Government today published the scheme for the Smart & Green Mass Transit System in Kai Tak in the Gazette, in accordance with the Railways Ordinance.

 

The Government’s target is to award the contract in 2026 with a view to commissioning the system in 2031.

 

The system is designated to be about 3.5 km long with six stations. The termini will be connected to the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal and MTR Kai Tak Station respectively, with intermediate stations at Shing King Street, Kai Tak Sky Garden, Shing Fung Road Park and Kai Tak Sports Park, serving a population and visitors of around 50,000 residing and working in the area.

 

The Government explained that the system will connect the former runway area of Kai Tak to the existing MTR Kai Tak Station, strengthening the connectivity among residential and commercial developments as well as tourism, cultural and recreational, sports and community facilities within the area, while connecting with the existing railway network.

 

It added that the system will not be affected by road traffic conditions because it will be operated in an elevated mode and separated from at-grade traffic.

 

Depending on the system to be adopted eventually, the estimated journey time from the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal to the MTR Kai Tak Station will be about 10 minutes.

 

The Government has collected public views on the system earlier through multiple channels, including consultations with the Kowloon City District Council and the Harbourfront Commission’s Task Force on Kai Tak Harbourfront Development, and exchanging views with relevant Legislative Council members and stakeholders.

 

Under the Railways Ordinance, members of the public may object to the scheme from today until September 23. Additionally, those with compensable interests can claim compensation.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region