Huanggang Port Prep: The HKSAR government ran a large-scale drill at Huanggang Port to test passenger and vehicle flow management ahead of the port’s official opening, mobilising about 1,000 civil servants across 20+ departments and simulating 120+ departures. Housing Pressure: The Housing Bureau said the quarterly composite waiting time for subsidised rental housing edged up to 4.8 years, still below the 5.0-year mark, as the government pushes higher public housing supply. Trade Pulse: Census and Statistics Department data showed Hong Kong’s external trade volume jumped in June, with total exports up 34.3% and imports up 27.5% year-on-year. Competition Policy Link-Up: Malaysia’s competition watchdog and the Hong Kong Competition Commission signed an MoU to boost cross-border cooperation on enforcement, training and information sharing. Science Spotlight: The Future Science Prize Foundation announced three 2026 laureates, with the prize week continuing to bring science events to Hong Kong. Health Coverage Gap: FWD’s survey found over 70% of Hong Kong workers rely on employer group medical insurance, but under 30% think it’s enough for real medical costs. Court Outcome: A Hong Kong woman returning from Australia was acquitted of 2019 protest-related charges after the court found prosecutors fell short of proving intent. Customs Crackdown: Hong Kong Customs seized about 24kg of suspected cannabis buds at the airport and arrested two incoming passengers.