Support the Appropriation Bill 2026
I delivered my speech at the LegCo meeting on 23 April regarding the Appropriation Bill 2026 to emphasise that infrastructure is investment, not spending, and urged greater activation of the construction sector amid weak post-pandemic recovery. Specific proposals included building Route 11 and the Tsing Lung Bridge via Public-Private Partnership, launching a five-year older infrastructure repair plan, and studying a fourth cross-harbour tunnel. I also called for aligning with the national “15th Five-Year Plan,” using public fill for reclamation, and streamlining approval processes. While welcoming civil service pay adjustments, I strongly opposed the 2% annual staff cuts in works departments over the next two years as it would severely strain frontline engineers and surveyors. The Bill was passed at the LegCo meeting on 29 April.
Collect views from various sectors to dovetail with the Five-Year Plan
To assist the government in preparing Hong Kong’s first Five-Year Plan, I, as a member of the third group (Land, Housing, and Northern Metropolis) under the Subcommittee on Hong Kong's Work to Actively Dovetail with the National 15th Five-Year Plan, organised multiple meetings over the past weeks. Together with fellow legislators, we met representatives from the construction sector, building services and E&M engineering, professional institutes (planning, architecture, surveying, engineering, landscape and urban design), and youth groups to hear their views. I sincerely thank all participants for their frank and valuable insights. Next, we will consolidate the recommendations and relay them to the Government.
Raised a question regarding environmental impact assessments
On 22 April, I raised a question regarding environmental impact assessments (EIA) at the LegCo meeting. I asked whether the Government would review EIA criteria to address high project costs. I asked the Government of the data on cost increases, sector complaints about stringent criteria, and plans to rationalise outdated indicators to shorten development cycles and reduce costs while maintaining environmental protection. To view my question and the Government’s reply, please visit the link below: https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202604/22/P2026042200250.htm?fontSize=1
Raised a question regarding implementation of southbound travel for Guangdong vehicles
I raised a question regarding implementation of southbound travel for Guangdong vehicles at the LegCo meeting on 29 April. I asked the Government whether it would increase the daily quota in 2026–2027, the target increase, timetable, and factors considered; whether an assessment has been made on the scheme’s benefits to Hong Kong’s tourism and consumption. The Government replied that the scheme operates smoothly; quota increases and city expansions are planned based on port capacity, traffic, parking, charging, and insurance. To view my question and the Government’s reply, please visit the link below: https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202604/29/P2026042900241.htm?fontSize=1
Released the research report “Building Hong Kong into a Safe Port for International Capital”
On 14 May, together with fellow legislators, I released the research report “Building Hong Kong into a Safe Port for International Capital.” I highlighted two key strategic areas. First, in helping enterprises go global, I proposed emergency expansion
subsidies, streamlined cross-border procedures, and a dedicated scheme offering tax and talent incentives to attract mainland companies to set up their regional headquarters in Hong Kong. Second, regarding emerging markets, I suggested strengthening Belt and Road financial cooperation, developing Islamic finance, expanding overseas trade offices, and improving travel connectivity with ASEAN.
Visited I·PARK1, first modern waste-to-energy facility
On April 11, together with officials and other legislators, I visited I·PARK1, Hong Kong’s first modern waste-to-energy facility on an artificial island near Shek Kwu Chau. Using high-temperature incineration (above 850°C), it treats 3,000 tonnes of waste daily, generates 480 million kWh of electricity annually for 100,000 homes, and controls emissions. A second facility, I·PARK2, will seek funding from the LegCo to help Hong Kong achieve zero waste landfill by 2035.
