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2024 Policy Address: Gov’t to establish Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board
2024 Policy Address: Gov’t to establish Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board
It will assist in formulating policies and strategies for Hong Kong's maritime industry.
2024 Policy Address: HK reinforces commitment to ‘one country, two systems’
It is seen to play a crucial role in supporting national security.
Chief Executive John Lee reaffirmed his administration's dedication to the “one country, two systems” principle during his 2024 Policy Address.
2024 Policy Address: HK to roll out 20 digital initiatives to enhance public services
These initiatives will leverage AI and blockchain technology.
2024 Policy Address: HK sets sights on becoming int’l gold trading centre
A working group will be formed to establish an international gold trading centre.
Holly International joins SGX derivatives market
It is the market's 70th trading member.
2024 Policy Address: Hong Kong aims to boost marine insurance offerings
HKIA is also pursuing opportunities with the China Export & Credit Insurance Corp.
2024 Policy Address: 60,000 housing units to be built in Northern Metropolis
Over 150,000 housing units are expected to be built there over the next decade.
2024 Policy Address: HK expands investment scheme to include residential property assets
The assets must be valued at over $50m.
2024 Policy Address: Hong Kong cuts tax on liquor priced above $200 to 10% to boost trade
The previous rate was 100%.
2024 Policy Address: Hong Kong to eradicate subdivided flats under 8 square meters
Owners must convert substandard SDUs to basic housing units.
Foreign trade outlook dims amidst economic and geopolitical concerns: report
Hang Seng Bank forecasts a 2.8% market expansion for 2024.
Gov’t registers 24 land transactions in Q3
The transactions realised a total land premium of $1.89b.
LandsD launches 3D map of Kowloon West, New Territories Northwest
It plans to release more maps for other districts.
HK, Sichuan discuss district governance opportunities
They also talked about youth development.
HKTB GCC 2024 Travel Mission records 124% increase in visitors
The mission engaged travel partners from UAE and KSA.
Compass Group revolutionises school meal enrolment with new mobile app
The mobile app enhances parent interactions and streamlines operational processes.
New CTF Life plan enhances inheritance, wealth control
It offers the option to adjust their policy components for improved projected returns.
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