HK unveils first five-year plan for economic and social development

香港公布首份五年经济及社会发展规划

The Beijing Hour

2026-09-16

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Hong Kong has unveiled its first five-year plan for economic and social development, with a focus on integrating finance with technology and innovation (01:06). China has opened a canal creating a shortcut from its landlocked southwest to the coast and overseas markets, particularly among ASEAN members (06:53). A building sheltering Palestinian families displaced by the Israeli war on Gaza has collapsed, causing casualties (13:19).
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  • On today's program, Hong Kong's unveiled the city's first five-year plan for economic and social development.

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  • Hong Kong's unveiled its first five-year plan for economic and social development.

  • Chief Executive John Lee says the blueprint outlines the strategic directions and priorities for the city's development.

  • Ann Chung has details.

  • Chief Executive John Lee has unveiled Hong Kong's first ever five-year plan alongside the annual policy address.

  • The five-year plan is meant to map out a long-term strategic direction over the next five years,