Hong Kong To Be Super Connector For National Opening Up, Youth Opportunities Highlighted

Deputy Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Zhang Manli, will serve as Secretary starting May 15th next week. The Transport Bureau is arranging to make the pedestrian crossing trial scheme permanent after receiving positive public feedback on its effectiveness in Sha Tin and Tsim Sha Tsui. The pedestrian scheme will expand its application to new development areas and existing suitable intersections. Hong Kong police conducted an anti-drug operation yesterday afternoon in Hung Hom, raiding a restaurant room. Auxiliary devices installed at 100 pedestrian black spots and traffic light-controlled intersections in Hong Kong have reduced jaywalking by approximately 50%. Traffic abnormalities were reported on several roads in Hong Kong, including Pugong Village Road towards Qiyun Mountain and Fengde Road, which experienced heavy vehicle volume. Li Jiazhao expressed hope that young people will actively understand national development. Lee Ka-chiu urged youth to actively understand national development, promote Hong Kong's integration into the nation, and deepen world cooperation. Hong Kong recorded approximately 1.19 million passenger trips during the recent holiday period, an 8% increase year-on-year. Commissioner Qiu Jianchun of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong stated that the first Hong Kong Five-Year Plan is expected to provide opportunities for youth. Hong Kong has decided to continue its role as a 'super connector' and 'super politician' to serve the country's opening up and contribute to the exchange of Chinese and Western civilizations.