Public urged to follow debate on policy blueprints

Chief Executive John Lee on Tuesday urged residents to pay attention to the three-day debate on Hong Kong's first five-year plan and the 2026 Policy Address in the Legislative Council. Lawmakers will commence a joint debate on motions involving the two policy blueprints on Wednesday. Speaking ahead of the weekly Executive Council meeting, Lee said people would gain a better understanding of both key policy documents by listening to the discussions. “The chief secretary will lead a team of government officials to engage in the debate with lawmakers," he said. "I ask you all to pay attention to the debate to get a better understanding of the significance of the five-year plan and how we work to implement its first-year objectives under the Policy Address.” Lee also reiterated the five main goals outlined in the five-year plan: making economic breakthroughs, enhancing the city’s international competitiveness, spearheading the development of the Northern Metropolis, improving people's livelihoods, as well as integrating with and serving national development strategies. Edited by Tony Sabine