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Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po; Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong Wai-lun; Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn Hon-ho; and Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong pose for a photo call before a press conference detailing Northern Metropolis initiatives in the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A general view shows Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki and Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung taking questions from reporters during a press conference on the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong.

A general view shows Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki and Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung taking questions from reporters during a press conference on the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

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A close-up view shows Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung speaking during a press conference on coordinating development and security initiatives on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Tang outlined security measures including promoting national security materials in kindergartens, expanding AI technology across disciplined services, and piloting sensorless clearance for private cars at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge by the end of the year.

A close-up view shows Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung speaking during a press conference on coordinating development and security initiatives on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Tang outlined security measures including promoting national security materials in kindergartens, expanding AI technology across disciplined services, and piloting sensorless clearance for private cars at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge by the end of the year. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A close-up view shows Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki speaking during a press conference on coordinating development and security initiatives in the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Chan stated that the government will advance the first phase of an "Artificial Intelligence City Brain" to integrate inter-departmental big data for flood and risk prevention, emphasizing that the system aims to enhance urban governance rather than monitor citizens or enforce laws.

A close-up view shows Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki speaking during a press conference on coordinating development and security initiatives in the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Chan stated that the government will advance the first phase of an "Artificial Intelligence City Brain" to integrate inter-departmental big data for flood and risk prevention, emphasizing that the system aims to enhance urban governance rather than monitor citizens or enforce laws. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki and Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung pose for a photo call before a press conference detailing initiatives coordinating development and security in the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong.

Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki and Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung pose for a photo call before a press conference detailing initiatives coordinating development and security in the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A close-up view shows Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong Wai-lun speaking during a press conference on Northern Metropolis initiatives on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Wong noted that over 85 percent of property owners in Wang Fuk Court had signed acquisition agreements, adding that remaining unacquired titles could be handled through legislation next year. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A close-up view shows Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong speaking during a press conference on Northern Metropolis initiatives on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Sun revealed that Building 1 in the Hetao Hong Kong Park has been named "Hetao Research One" to serve as a flagship launchpad for the University Town, while construction on the Sandy Ridge Data Park has commenced to establish a regional advanced computing power hub.

A close-up view shows Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong speaking during a press conference on Northern Metropolis initiatives on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Sun revealed that Building 1 in the Hetao Hong Kong Park has been named "Hetao Research One" to serve as a flagship launchpad for the University Town, while construction on the Sandy Ridge Data Park has commenced to establish a regional advanced computing power hub. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A close-up view shows Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn Hon-ho speaking during a press conference on Northern Metropolis initiatives on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Linn announced that work has commenced across all nine New Development Areas in the Northern Metropolis, with funding applications for Ngau Tam Mei coming soon and tender invitations for the Fanling North pilot area expected by the end of the year. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A close-up view shows Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po speaking during a press conference on the Northern Metropolis initiatives in the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Chan elaborated on deploying a holistic approach to drive I&T industrial clusters, establishing a binding target to produce 900 hectares of shovel-ready land within five years and utilizing patient capital to commercialize research achievements.

A close-up view shows Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po speaking during a press conference on the Northern Metropolis initiatives in the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Chan elaborated on deploying a holistic approach to drive I&T industrial clusters, establishing a binding target to produce 900 hectares of shovel-ready land within five years and utilizing patient capital to commercialize research achievements. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A general view shows Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki; Deputy Secretary for Justice Cheung Kwok-kwan; Secretary for Education Christine Choi Yuk-lin; and Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han taking questions from reporters during a press conference on the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong.

A general view shows Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki; Deputy Secretary for Justice Cheung Kwok-kwan; Secretary for Education Christine Choi Yuk-lin; and Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han taking questions from reporters during a press conference on the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A close-up view shows Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han speaking during a press conference on the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Sun noted that the city's manpower shortage is projected to narrow to 130,000 by 2028 and shared details on launching 10,000 jobs with six major chambers of commerce to support local youth employment. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A close-up view shows Secretary for Education Christine Choi Yuk-lin speaking during a press conference on the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Choi announced tendering arrangements for three campus sites in the Hung Shui Kiu University Town, offering a maximum plot ratio of five. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A close-up view shows Deputy Secretary for Justice Cheung Kwok-kwan speaking during a press conference on the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Cheung outlined plans to establish a dedicated team to advance regulatory alignment across the Greater Bay Area and push forward the development of the Hong Kong International Legal Talents Training Academy building. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A close-up view shows Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki speaking during a press conference on the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Chan elaborated on the blueprint for three University Towns in the Northern Metropolis, highlighting the "one city, five elements" integrated development model to nurture global top talent. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki; Deputy Secretary for Justice Cheung Kwok-kwan; Secretary for Education Christine Choi Yuk-lin; and Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han pose for a photo call before a press conference detailing talent and University Town initiatives in the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu steps outside the Legislative Council chamber area following the Interactive Exchange Question and Answer Session on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu leaves the Legislative Council chamber after concluding the Interactive Exchange Question and Answer Session on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

An elevated wide view captures the Legislative Council chamber as Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu speaks during the Interactive Exchange Question and Answer Session on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A high-angle close-up view shows Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu speaking during the Interactive Exchange Question and Answer Session on the 2026 Policy Address and the "First Five-Year Plan of Hong Kong" at the Legislative Council chamber on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

A view shows Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu speaking during the Interactive Exchange Question and Answer Session as Legislative Council President Starry Lee looks on at the Legislative Council complex on September 17, 2026 in Hong Kong. Lee highlighted that the five-year blueprint marks a strategic milestone aimed at improving livelihoods. (Photo by Gordon Choi/TMHK via Nexpher Images)

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