AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoYacht Access Boost: The HKSAR government welcomed Beijing’s approval of an “exemption from guarantee” for Hong Kong and Macao yachts to enter nine Greater Bay Area mainland cities under temporary ship nationality registration, cutting owners’ cross-border costs and enabling travel within those waters via designated ports. Cross-Border Driving: Guangdong extended the Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles scheme by five years to June 1, 2031, keeping the HK-vehicle entry rules via the HZMB bridge (up to 30 days per trip; 180 days per year). Wealth Hub Claim: A report cited by China’s People’s Daily says Boston Consulting Group estimates Hong Kong’s cross-border wealth management assets rose 10.7% to US$2.95 trillion, overtaking Switzerland. Press Freedom: Reporters Without Borders condemned the jailing of Ronson Chan, former HJKA chairman, for “obstructing a police officer,” calling it a dangerous precedent. Social Welfare: A Hong Kong charity said 222 children remain on the foster placement waiting list and urged more diverse households to become foster carers. Culture & Tourism: Hong Kong ICH Month 2026 opened, running May 30–June 30 with 100+ intangible heritage items and citywide tours, performances and booths. Transport/Infrastructure: Airport Authority Hong Kong’s Terminal 2 expansion continues to draw attention, with Aecom highlighting delivery work on the three-runway system.
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