Category: International

2024 Mainland-Hong Kong Joint Funding Scheme opens for applications *******************************************************************      The Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) today (May 13) launched the 2024 Mainland-Hong Kong Joint Funding Scheme to invite proposals for applied research and development (R&D) projects jointly conducted by institutions in Hong Kong and the Mainland under three specific themes:   (i) Biotechnology: R&D of innovative drugs to treat chronic diseases;   (ii) Artificial Intelligence (AI): research on the security and privacy of AI systems, brain-inspired intelligence, smart healthcare (including medical robots), smart city; and   (iii) Sustainability engineering and technology: optoelectronic materials, third-generation semiconductor technologies, advanced ... Read more

Red flags hoisted at Shek O Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach ******************************************************** Attention TV/radio announcers: Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:      Here is an item of interest to swimmers.      The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (May 12) that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Shek O Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at these beaches.

Bouncing back after work injury *******************************      The Government’s Pilot Rehabilitation Programme for Employees Injured at Work has attracted over 700 injured construction workers since its launch in September 2022, facilitating their early recovery and return to work. On May 9, the programme was extended to include the catering and hotel industry as well as the transportation and logistics industry.        News.gov.hk spoke to a participant and a Labour Department doctor to find out about the services offered under the programme and how it benefits the injured employees and their employers.        The story is ... Read more

HKSAR Government strongly disapproves and rejects report of US Congressional-Executive Commission on China ******************************************************************************************      The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) today (May 11) strongly disapproved and opposed the so-called “2023 Annual Report” issued by the United States (US) Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC), which made biased, slandering and smearing remarks against the situation in the HKSAR.      A HKSAR Government spokesperson said, “The HKSAR Government strongly disapproves and opposes the CECC’s repeated tactics to interfere in the affairs of the HKSAR through the so-called annual report, and make slandering remarks against Hong Kong, where ‘one ... Read more

Speech by DCS at China Daily Hong Kong “21st Century Cup” National English Speaking Competition (Hong Kong Region) Awards Ceremony (English only) ******************************************************************************************      Following is the speech by the Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Cheuk Wing-hing, at China Daily Hong Kong “21st Century Cup” National English Speaking Competition (Hong Kong Region) Awards Ceremony: Deputy Director-General Lin (Deputy Director-General, Department of Publicity, Cultural and Sports Affairs, Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Mr Lin Nan), Counselor Huang (Political Counselor, Office of the Commissioner, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic ... Read more

Innovative Hong Kong rendition of Shakespeare’s “King Lear” staged in London (with photos) ******************************************************************************************      The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) showcased Hong Kong’s vibrant cultural landscape by supporting the performances of Tang Shu-wing Theatre Studio’s “King Lear” at the Riverside Studios in London from May 2 to 12 (London time). A reception celebrating the achievement of Hong Kong theatre was held on May 10, greeting around 40 guests from the local cultural and business sector.      Speaking at the reception, the Director-General of the London ETO, Mr Gilford Law, expressed gratitude to Tang Shu-wing Theatre Studio for bringing ... Read more