The Housing Bureau today announced that all 13 Light Public Housing (LPH) projects are open for application, providing a total of 30,000 units.

The final two LPH projects, converted from school premises at Shun Lee Tsuen Road in Kwun Tong and Chuk Yuen Road in Wong Tai Sin, will provide around 210 units, and are set for completion in the first quarter of next year, marking the full completion of the entire LPH programme.

Eligible applicants will receive application forms by post in batches starting today. Applications submitted on or before November 6 will be given priority handling, while those who have already applied do not need to reapply. The Government will continue to accept applications from eligible individuals after the initial November 6 deadline.

The Housing Bureau stated that under its direction, all 30,000 LPH units will be completed by the end of March next year. This achievement takes just over four years, beating the original five-year construction target outlined in the 2022 Policy Address.

The Bureau noted that public response has been overwhelming, with over 44,900 applications received by late September. A number of projects have already achieved full intake. As some residents have successfully moved into traditional public rental housing, their vacated LPH units are being reallocated to other families with urgent housing needs.

The LPH projects span Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories, each varying in scale and offering unique advantages. With all sites now accepting applications, the Government believes the projects are well-suited to meet the diverse needs of applicants.

Members of the public can visit the website for further details, call 3464 0700, or send an email for enquiries.  

A total of 1,850 owners of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po have signed the Agreement for Sale and Purchase (ASP) ahead of the deadline, accounting for 93.2% of the total number of units across the estate’s eight blocks, the Housing Bureau announced today.

The deadline for executing the ASP expired yesterday.

The Bureau said that some owners were unable to sign the agreement in time due to exceptional circumstances. These included requiring more time to clarify or resolve flat titles involving probate, bankruptcy, title disputes or cases involving mentally incapacitated persons, as well as instances where owners are currently outside Hong Kong.

It was noted that similar special circumstances are also commonly encountered in private market transactions.

The Government stated that it may consider making appropriate arrangements on a case-by-case basis at its discretion. While balancing empathy, reason and law, with priority given to empathy, the Government will continue to follow up on the assignment procedures at full speed to complete the transfer of titles.

Three items of subsidiary legislation relating to the implementation of the “Arrangement on Mutual Service of Judicial Documents in Civil & Commercial Proceedings between the Mainland & the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region” were published in the Government Gazette today.

The three items are as follows: Rules of the High Court (Amendment) (No. 2) Rules 2026; Rules of the District Court (Amendment) (No. 2) Rules 2026; and Matrimonial Causes (Amendment) Rules 2026.

All three will come into operation on March 30.

The Department of Justice and the Supreme People’s Court (SPC) signed the new arrangement on April 20 this year, with a view to enhancing the mechanism for mutual use of judicial documents in civil and commercial matters between the Mainland and Hong Kong.

The new arrangement also aims to further promote the alignment of mechanisms and rules between the legal systems of the two places.

The subsidiary legislation seeks to implement the new arrangement in Hong Kong, while the SPC will promulgate a judicial interpretation of the new arrangement in the Mainland.

The Hong Kong SAR Government and SPC have agreed that the arrangement will come into force on March 30, replacing an existing arrangement that has been in place for over 27 years.

The subsidiary legislation will be tabled at the Legislative Council on October 21 for negative vetting.

The Government announced today that the Working Group on Developing Tourist Hotspots will launch its next phase by progressively rolling out four new “signature tourism” projects from the current quarter.

Deputy Chief Secretary Cheuk Wing-hing, who leads the Working Group, said the Government is committed to identifying and integrating tourism resources in Hong Kong.

“Through strengthening cross-departmental co-ordination and leveraging community efforts, the nine tourist hotspot projects rolled out in the first phase have been well received. Starting from the end of this year, the Working Group will roll out tourist hotspot projects covering themes such as industrial brands, miniature art, religious culture and local characteristics in phases, showcasing Hong Kong's unique cultural heritage and city landscape to visitors.”

The four upcoming projects are phase two of the Hong Kong Industrial Brand Tourism Scheme, the Hong Kong Miniature City Exhibition, immersive religious and cultural tours, and the Seasons of Yuen Long district tourism promotion project.

Building on the success of the initial launch, phase two of the Hong Kong Industrial Brand Tourism Scheme will introduce diverse new brand experiences for visitors, including tours of Kowloon Motor Bus depots, the MTR “Station Rail Voyage: Explorer” exhibition, and Beijing Tong Ren Tang’s Hong Kong research, development and production base.

Madame Tussauds Hong Kong will recreate the Hong Kong Miniature City Exhibition at the Peak Tower starting from the current quarter. The exhibition will feature exquisite miniature artworks that showcase Hong Kong’s landmark buildings, authentic customs and ways of life in three dimensions.

With regard to immersive religious and cultural tours, the Chinese Temples Committee is strengthening digitalisation and cultural promotion across its administered temples. Initiatives include installing QR code display boards that allow visitors to learn about temple antiquities and redeem cultural souvenirs. The Government will also further explore using temples as the core to connect historical buildings and monuments of cultural value across various districts.

​To showcase urban-rural integration in Yuen Long, the Yuen Long District Office will collaborate with district organisations on the Seasons of Yuen Long project, which will invite visitors to explore the district’s characteristics under different themes throughout the year. The project comprises the production of a tourist map, the development of a thematic website, and the installation of themed information boards near landmarks in the town centre and rural areas of Yuen Long.

The Government will hold an official ceremony on the morning of November 12 at the Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the birth of Dr Sun Yat-sen.

November 12, 2026, marks the 160th anniversary of the birth of Dr Sun, a great national hero, a great patriot and a pioneering forerunner of China's democratic revolution.

In commemoration of Dr Sun's enduring contributions to national independence, social progress and the people's well-being, Hongkong Post will issue a set of special stamps on the same day.

Government departments and community organisations will organise a series of commemorative activities starting this month. These events are designed to allow members of the public to gain a deeper understanding of his life and historical legacy from diverse perspectives.

The scheduled activities include public exhibitions, seminars, guided tours, film screenings, and student and youth exchange tours to the Chinese Mainland, alongside local heritage trail visits and a parent-child quiz competition.

The Major Sports Events Committee today announced it has awarded “M” Mark status to the Link Hong Kong Open 2026, the Hong Kong Cricket Sixes 2026, and the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open 2026.

The golf tournament is scheduled for October 22 to 25, followed by the cricket tournament from October 30 to November 1, and the tennis tournament between October 31 and November 8.

“These events will gather world-class players to compete for honours in Hong Kong,” said Committee Chairman Wilfred Ng.

“From the Fanling Golf Course of the Hong Kong Golf Club and the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, to the exciting showdowns at the Victoria Park Centre Court, these major events fully demonstrate Hong Kong’s outstanding capability in hosting diverse international competitions,” he added.

Mr Ng noted that these competitions will offer extraordinary experiences to residents and tourists alike, while cementing the city’s position as a premier capital for international sports events.

The Leisure & Cultural Services Department today announced it will set up dedicated live-screening sites at designated sports centres across Hong Kong’s 18 districts to broadcast the 5th Asian Para Games.

Members of the public are welcome to visit the venues to support and cheer for the competing athletes.

The 5th Asian Para Games will take place from October 18 to 24. On the opening day (October 18), the focal sites will open from 5pm to 8pm, and will then operate daily from 10am to 6pm until the end of the tournament. Click here for further details.

To help raise public awareness and understanding of para sports, a series of videos has been launched on a dedicated website. The videos feature athletes and coaches explaining specific sports and demonstrating key skills.

The redeveloped Huanggang Port features a “collaborative inspection and joint clearance” mode to significantly enhance cross-boundary clearance efficiency. To use the port’s new automated channels, eligible Hong Kong residents and visitors must first complete a one-time enrolment.

Hong Kong residents can register remotely via the Immigration Department’s HK e-Channel mobile app using iAM Smart for identity verification. Alternatively, they can enrol on-site at a Huanggang Port self-service kiosk, an enrolment office or directly at an automated channel while completing clearance procedures.

Mainland visitors can register on-site at an e-Channel enrolment office or directly at the self-service channels. Once enrolled, travellers can clear both Hong Kong and Shenzhen checkpoints simultaneously at a single automated channel by either scanning their travel documents or using facial recognition.

Eligible Hong Kong residents and Mainland visitors aged 14 or above can activate the facial recognition clearance service when signing up to use the collaborative inspection channels. However, they must still carry their valid travel documents at all times.

Regarding vehicle clearance, the Customs & Excise Department has introduced a “joint one-stop” system where departing vehicles undergo an initial customs risk assessment before entering newly designed three-gate vehicle lanes. Both the driver and the vehicle must meet the eligibility requirements for cross-boundary travel between the ports in Guangdong and Hong Kong.

These lanes are equipped with “integrated information collection devices” that simultaneously conduct body temperature checks, document scans and biometric data collection. Vehicle drivers only need to present a single identity document to complete the “five-party inspection” and secure a one-stop release.

The interdepartmental working group on festival arrangements today announced that Hong Kong welcomed around 1.6 million visitors during for the Mainland’s National Day Golden Week from October 1 to 7, with Mainland visitors accounting for more than 1.41 million – a figure that surpassed last year’s record.

During the seven-day period, the daily average number of Mainland visitors stood at around 202,000, peaking on October 1, with approximately 277,000 arrivals. The Lok Ma Chau Spur Line Control Point recorded the highest volume of Mainland visitors, followed by the Express Rail Link West Kowloon Control Point.

Chief Secretary Chan Kwok-ki, who led the interdepartmental working group, noted that this year's National Day Golden Week featured a variety of vibrant activities. He added that the National Day fireworks display, the National Day Raceday and other events held on October 1 were well received by the public and visitors.

The Government and various sectors of the community also launched a rich array of special offers and activities covering public transport, culture, arts and leisure, dining and consumption to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China with the public, Mr Chan added.

“These activities effectively attracted crowds and stimulated consumption, with the retail sector indicating that consumer spending in various retail categories saw single-digit to double-digit growth year-on-year, while the catering sector also indicated that businesses in tourist areas increased by about 10%.”

Mr Chan emphasised that the Government will continue to work hand in hand with the industry to promote diversified tourism products and projects, creating an all-round and in-depth tourism experience for visitors while continuously injecting momentum into the local economy.

The National Day Fireworks Display over Victoria Harbour on October 1 attracted over 378,000 spectators, while the National Day Raceday at Sha Tin Racecourse attracted nearly 30,000 spectators, including 9,300 tourists. Meanwhile, the Mid-Autumn Lantern Carnival 2026 and International Lantern Spectacular at Victoria Park received an enthusiastic response; its duration was extended twice, drawing a total of around 730,000 visitors.

In addition, around 1,140 Mainland inbound tour groups brought over 41,000 visitors to the city during the seven-day Golden Week, with around 60% opting for overnight itineraries. The overall hotel occupancy rate reached 90%.

Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Rosanna Law today congratulated veteran actress Michelle Yeoh and acclaimed director Ann Hui on their recognition at the 31st Busan International Film Festival. Ms Yeoh was awarded the Asian Filmmaker of the Year, while Ms Hui received the Camellia Award.

The Asian Filmmaker of the Year award honours individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the advancement of Asian film culture and industry. The Camellia Award recognises filmmakers who have significantly advanced the roles of women in Asian cinema.

Miss Law said that both filmmakers have exerted a profound and enduring influence on both the local and international film landscapes. She praised their remarkable contributions to Hong Kong cinema over their decades-long careers, which have played a pivotal role in elevating the city’s film industry to the global stage.

Eligible Hong Kong residents can enrol for the “collaborative inspection” automated channel service at the redeveloped Huanggang Port via the Immigration Department’s “HK e-Channel” mobile application from today.

To further enhance passenger experience and clearance efficiency, the facility will implement a co-location arrangement featuring a "collaborative inspection and joint clearance" mode.

Expected to be commissioned in this quarter, the redeveloped Huanggang Port is equipped with 134 “collaborative inspection” automated channels and 68 traditional manual counters. Using the automated channels, enrolled passengers only need to queue up and present their identity documents once to complete immigration clearance procedures for both Hong Kong and Shenzhen.

Starting from today, Hong Kong residents aged seven or above who fulfil the following criteria can enrol for the service.

Individuals who have registered for the Mainland’s e-Channel and hold a Hong Kong permanent identity card paired with a Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong & Macao Residents (Home Visit Permit) or a Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (Non-Chinese Citizens) are eligible.

Individuals holding a Hong Kong identity card and a Home Visit Permit who have registered for the Mainland’s e-Channel are also eligible. Finally, individuals holding a Hong Kong identity card and an “Exit-Entry Permit for Travelling to and from Hong Kong and Macao” with a valid endorsement for travelling to Hong Kong can enrol.

Eligible Hong Kong residents aged 18 or above can use a smartphone with biometric authentication technology to download the department’s “HK e-Channel” mobile application, select “Collaborative Inspection”, authenticate their identity via “iAM Smart”, and follow the instructions to complete enrolment for the service. For eligible Hong Kong residents aged seven to 17, parents or legal guardians must complete the enrolment procedures on their behalf using the “HK e-Channel” mobile application.

In addition, all eligible Hong Kong residents can proceed to the e-Channel enrolment offices or self-service kiosks at the Huanggang Port for on-site enrolment. Eligible Hong Kong residents aged 18 or above can also enrol and complete the immigration clearance procedures for both regions simultaneously at the “collaborative inspection” automated channels.

Mainland visitors holding an “Exit-Entry Permit for Travelling to and from Hong Kong & Macao” with a valid endorsement for travelling to Hong Kong can also proceed to the e-Channel enrolment offices at the Huanggang Port for on-site enrolment. Eligible Mainland visitors aged 18 or above can enrol and complete the immigration clearance procedures for both regions simultaneously at the “collaborative inspection” automated channels.

When enrolling for the “collaborative inspection” automated channel service, eligible Hong Kong residents and Mainland visitors aged 14 or over can opt for the “Face Scan” clearance service, which removes the need to present identity documents.

With daily inbound and outbound passenger trips projected to reach at least 100,000 during the initial stage of operation, Assistant Director of Immigration (Control) Jackie Wong said that sufficient manpower would be deployed to guide passengers through the enrolment steps. “The whole registration process over the automated e-channel is very quick. I think it takes a few seconds to complete the whole process,” he added.

The department also reminds passengers they are still required to carry their valid travel documents conforming to the immigration requirements of both regions when using the new channels to travel between Hong Kong and the Mainland. Furthermore, passengers can also choose to use the traditional manual counters for immigration clearance.

Regarding vehicle clearance, the Customs & Excise Department stated that under the new clearance mode, departing vehicles will undergo customs risk assessment before entering the “joint one-stop” vehicle lanes.

These lanes feature a new three-gate design and are equipped with “integrated information collection devices”. The systems simultaneously conduct body temperature checks, scan travel document data, and collect biometric features.

Drivers only need to present one identity document to complete the “five-party inspection” and secure a one-stop release. The department estimates daily cross-boundary traffic will reach 8,000 vehicle trips.

Assistant Commissioner of Customs & Excise (Boundary & Ports) Chiang Yi-lee said that Hong Kong Customs will adopt a multi-pronged approach to tackle the expected increased traffic flow. “We will flexibly deploy our manpower and we will also closely monitor the ground situation in case there are some urgent or unexpected situations,” she said.

The Housing Bureau today reminded Wang Fuk Court owners who have indicated an intention to sell their flat titles to the Government to complete execution of an Agreement for Sale & Purchase (ASP) on or before the October 15 deadline.

The reminder applies to owners of units at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po who returned a signed Letter of Acceptance on or before August 31.

If owners are unable to sign an ASP in time due to special circumstances – such as being unable to clarify their flat title or requiring a longer time to handle probate matters – the Government will consider making alternative arrangements on a case-by-case basis. Owners concerned will be informed before the deadline.

Flat selection for the Special Sales Exercise (SSE) for Wang Fuk Court owners began on September 29. Applicants who have signed an ASP are being invited to participate in the flat selection process.

The bureau has been issuing invitation letters in batches according to the priority sequence determined by the computer-generated random ballot. Applicants will attend flat selection sessions, as specified in the letters.

The entire flat selection process is expected to be completed by the end of November.

The bureau said that owners who have not yet signed an ASP due to special circumstances can still participate in flat selection as long as they complete execution of an ASP before the end of the flat selection period.

If their titles have not yet been assigned to the Government, a new flat under the SSE will be reserved for the owners concerned during the flat selection stage.

The Housing Authority or the Housing Society will enter into an ASP or a Preliminary ASP with owners only after the assignment of Wang Fuk Court flat titles to the Government.

An Engagement Team co-ordinated by the bureau is stepping up contact with owners who have not yet signed an ASP to provide assistance.

Owners can direct inquiries to their designated Engagement Team member, call the hotline at 2129 8133, or visit the Wang Fuk Court long-term housing plan website.

Heal Fertility ("the centre") can resume accepting new patients for assisted reproductive technology procedures from tomorrow, following the Department of Health’s decision to lift its earlier directive suspension.

The centre was previously requested to stop accepting new cases for such procedures following a "Serious Untoward Event" involving a mix-up in embryo biopsy specimens.

The department said the decision to lift the suspension was made in light of confirmation by the Council on Human Reproductive Technology that the centre has properly implemented all remedial and improvement measures.

The council convened a special meeting today to review the centre’s licence. 

It highlighted that the council conducted an unannounced on‑site inspection of the centre on September 22, focusing on all aspects of the remedial measures.

The council was satisfied that the centre had refined its internal sample‑handling procedures, strengthened staff training, and upgraded laboratory management and security systems.

The council's requirements included implementation of CCTV surveillance on the premises, installation of biometric locks on all cryostorage tanks, and enhancement of sample identification and verification. 

The council also outlined that the main personnel involved in the incident had already left the centre, and that new staff had been recruited and trained. 

After thoroughly reviewing the relevant reports and inspection results, the council therefore allowed Heal Fertility to fully resume all 17 treatment services covered by its licence from tomorrow.

The council said it will continue to closely monitor Heal Fertility's performance.

Ahead of the highly anticipated opening of the redeveloped Huanggang Port, the Security Bureau hosted a community experience day today, welcoming 1,500 members of the public to tour the new Huanggang Port Building Hong Kong Port Area. 

Participants travelled from designated pick-up points across various districts via franchised buses and cross-boundary coachs. Guided by officers from the Fire Services Department and the Correctional Services Department, the visitors explored the port building in groups.

The tour began at the public transport interchange, where participants were briefed on upcoming transit arrangements. They then moved through the main building to explore its interior design features and passenger-friendly amenities, including the free government Wi-Fi service. 

On the fifth floor, Immigration Department officers demonstrated the new "collaborative inspection" automated channels in the departure hall, giving residents a firsthand look at the innovative "collaborative inspection and joint clearance" mode. The tour continued on the fourth-floor arrival hall, where Hong Kong Customs officers explained the streamlined passenger clearance and inspection procedures.

Secretary for Security Tang Ping-keung visited the venue and spoke with attendees to gather feedback and hear about their visit experiences. 

Expressing his gratitude for the public’s positive response, Mr Tang noted that residents are eagerly awaiting the port’s opening, which promises a faster and more convenient travel experience. He also distributed gift packs and took photos with the visitors.

The bureau described the event’s atmosphere as enthusiastic and highly engaging. It added that the event deepened public understanding of the new facility’s transport logistics, customs operations and passenger services.

Moving forward, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government will maintain close co-operation with Shenzhen authorities to finalise preparations for the port’s official opening.

Chief Executive John Lee today congratulated Hong Kong, China athletes for their outstanding achievements at the 20th Asian Games, where both total medal count and gold medals hit record highs.

The Hong Kong, China delegation consisted of around 580 athletes competing across 38 events at the Games. Mr Lee noted that all participating athletes gave their utmost in every competition, securing a total of 54 medals. This impressive tally comprised 11 gold, 19 silver and 24 bronze medals.

Gold medals were claimed in wushu, swimming, rowing, squash, sailing, tennis, windsurfing and rugby sevens. Notably, the squash, sailing and tennis teams achieved historic results, writing a glorious new chapter for Hong Kong sports.

Mr Lee remarked that such an encouraging achievement demonstrates the perseverance and standards of excellence of Hong Kong, China athletes, which have brought honour to both the country and Hong Kong.

“The courage, relentless spirit, perseverance and unyielding determination shown by Hong Kong, China athletes on the field of play are the finest embodiment of the Hong Kong spirit,” he said.

Mr Lee added that the excellent results at this latest edition of the Asian Games demonstrate that the Government's policies and its strategic resource support are on the right track. He also thanked the Hong Kong Sports Institute, the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, various national sports associations, and the coaching and medical teams for their unwavering support and dedication to nurturing local athletes over the years.

Lu Rong, or velvet antler, is a highly valued Chinese medicinal material. According to the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, only the antlers of Sika deer or Red deer are classified as authentic, while those from other species are considered “adulterants”. However, verifying the authenticity of Lu Rong slices through traditional DNA testing methods is both complex and time-consuming.

The Department of Health’s Government Chinese Medicines Testing Institute (GCMTI) is dedicated to developing efficient testing methods involving advanced equipment and innovative technology. Since its establishment in 2017, it has completed 22 thematic research projects, including a rapid DNA detection method that authenticates genuine Lu Rong slices.

Rapid testing

Under this method, laboratory staff add an extraction solution to powdered Lu Rong samples to replicate and amplify the DNA within the samples. Following specific processing steps, authentic samples glow orange under ultraviolet light. The method slashes the testing procedure from three days to less than a day.

Assistant Director of Health (Chinese Medicine) Dr Darwin Mak said the method developed by the institute reduces both time and costs, helping to boost quality control and efficiency.

In response to the growing popularity of compound Chinese medicine granules in recent years, the institute has also developed a more efficient chemical marker analysis. Dr Mak explained that compound Chinese medicine granules contain multiple Chinese medicines, each of which previously required separate quality tests. The institute’s versatile chemical analysis protocol enables simultaneous assessment of multiple chemical markers across various formulations.

Taste digitisation

The GCMTI’s permanent building in Tseung Kwan O began operating in phases from late last year. Spanning a total floor area of approximately 27,000 sq m, the facility greatly boosts the institute’s research and development (R&D) capabilities.

Dr Mak outlined that the institute’s four advanced laboratories are fitted with highly advanced equipment, including an electronic sensory analysis system commonly known as the "electronic tongue". A pilot project has been launched, using this system, to digitise the taste of Chinese medicines in a database, allowing for the development of identification techniques based on taste data.

Industry benefits

In addition to R&D, technology transfer remains a core mission for the GCMTI. The institute regularly organises seminars for Chinese medicine's testing and certification sectors, and arranges laboratory visits for industry representatives to observe and learn firsthand about various testing technologies – including a new simplified method of identifying herbal powders under a microscope.

Federation of the Hong Kong Chinese Medicine Practitioners & Chinese Medicine Traders Association President Tommy Li said that relying solely on experience or appearance can lead to confusion when authenticating herbs. Through microscopic identification, the industry can determine the authenticity of Chinese medicines more effectively, saving considerable time and money.

Mr Li added that testing companies routinely adopt technologies developed by the GCMTI. As Chinese medicine enterprises without their own laboratories tend to outsource test reports to these companies, the institute’s work benefits the industry as a whole.

The Hong Kong, China Delegation today won four gold, two silver and two bronze medals, reaching a record total of 54 medals at the Asian Games 2026. Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Rosanna Law congratulated the athletes on their best-ever results. 

The four gold medals were clinched by the Men’s Rugby Sevens Team, tennis player Coleman Wong in the Men's Singles, and windsurfers Wong Tsz-ho and Cheung Tsz-yuet in the Boys' Windsurfing iQFoil and Girls' Windsurfing iQFoil respectively.

The silver medals were secured by sailor Huang Zixi in the Girls' Dinghy ILCA4 and windsurfer Ma Kwan-ching in the Women's Windsurfing iQFoil.

Additionally, the Women's Rugby Sevens Team bagged a bronze, while sailor Cheng de Villemor Salgado Tiago also took bronze in the Boys' Dinghy ILCA4.

Miss Law noted that the delegation has delivered an outstanding performance at this edition of Asian Games. With the total medal count reaching 54, including 11 gold medals, the team has broken all previous records and scaled new heights.

She commended the Hong Kong, China Men’s Rugby Sevens Team for their flawless performance in the final, where they won without conceding a single point to secure a third consecutive championship and write a new page in history. Miss Law also praised the Hong Kong, China Women’s Rugby Sevens Team, noting they performed admirably to win bronze at two consecutive Asian Games.

As for the tennis gold, Miss Law described it as a milestone of great significance.

“Coleman Wong fought in his best form, making history by securing Hong Kong, China's first Asian Games Men's Singles tennis gold, while also earning qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games,” she said.

Miss Law added that the sailing team was equally impressive. She highlighted that all four young athletes competing today won medals, with Wong Tsz-ho and Cheung Tsz-yuet each capturing gold, Huang Zixi taking silver, and Cheng de Villemor Salgado Tiago securing bronze.

“Together with the silver medal won by Ma Kwan-ching, the sailing team collected a total of ten medals – four golds, four silvers and two bronzes – its best-ever performance at an Asian Games, earning the applause of all Hong Kong citizens!" she added.

Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Rosanna Law today congratulated the Hong Kong, China Football Team on winning the championship in the FIFA ASEAN Challenge Cup 2026 (Division 2). The team defeated Cambodia 2-0 at Kai Tak Stadium to clinch the first-ever title of FIFA-organised cup competition.

Miss Law said: "The Hong Kong, China Football Team advanced to today's final after winning both group-stage matches, with nearly 32,000 fans in attendance to cheer them on.”

“The Hong Kong team demonstrated excellence in both attack and defence throughout, delivering an outstanding performance on the pitch. While benefiting from home advantage, they also fully showcased the Hong Kong football team's fighting spirit and professionalism,” she added.

Miss Law highlighted that several Southeast Asian national teams had gathered in Hong Kong over the past week to compete. She hoped the mega event had brought local fans and visiting tourists a top-tier spectator experience, while showcasing Hong Kong's unique appeal as a capital of international sports events.

She noted that the Government will continue to give full support to the development of local football and actively align with the national policy direction of promoting the “three major ball games”. She also looked forward to the Hong Kong football team achieving further success in upcoming competitions and further fostering a vibrant football culture in the city.

Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Rosanna Law congratulated Hong Kong, China athletes on winning two gold, two silver and two bronze medals in sailing, squash, track cycling and tennis at the 20th Asian Games today.

Athletes had a great day in sailing events. Kiu Ethan Lachlan, Polson Louis Oliver, Chloe Kong and Mccarley Wong won two gold medals in the Boys' Skiff - 29er and the Girls' Skiff - 29er respectively, while Nicholas Bezy Halliday secured a silver medal in the Men's Dinghy ILCA7.

Miss Law noted that the four gold medallists displayed excellent form, marking Hong Kong, China’s first-ever gold medals in sailing. She also applauded Nicholas Bezy Halliday’s admirable performance, adding that the sailing team's final haul of two gold, two silver, and one bronze set a historic new milestone for the sport.

Meanwhile, squash athletes Chan Sin-yuk, Ho Tze-lok, Lee Ka-yi and Tse Yee-lam, Toby bagged a silver medal in the Women's Team event. Track cyclist Lee Sze-wing claimed a bronze medal in the Women's Omnium, while tennis players Eudice Chong and Wong Hong-yi captured a bronze medal in the Women's Doubles.

Miss Law commended the squash team for battling their opponents to secure silver for the second consecutive time.

The sports chief also praised Lee Sze-wing for giving her all on the cycling track and winning a bronze in the individual event after her earlier silver in the Women's Madison.

In addition, Miss Law lauded Eudice Chong and Wong Hong-yi for performing at their best and winning a bronze in the Women's Doubles.

As this year's Asian Games is almost coming to an end, Miss Law urged the public to continue supporting the athletes in the remaining events.

A fireworks display involving over 30,000 shells illuminated the sky over Victoria Harbour tonight in celebration of the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.

The 23-minute extravaganza, themed “Eternal Radiance Fireworks in Bloom, Illuminating our Country” and co-ordinated by the Culture, Sports & Tourism Bureau, attracted hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors to watch along both sides of Victoria Harbour.

The opening scene, “Praise our Motherland”, honoured national strength, while the segment “You are the Sunshine of my Life” explored themes of hope, warmth and optimism.

The “Dreams in the Starry Galaxy” segment showcased a breathtaking interstellar panorama celebrating the courage of Hong Kong’s dream-chasers.

“Love at Home” featured vibrant red hearts and yellow stars to convey love, care and blessings for family, friends and the community.

Other thematic segments included “Moments of Hong Kong”, “Aspiration”, and “Love of my Life”.

The finale, “Celebration to our Prosperous Nation”, conveyed wishes for the country’s continued prosperity and a bright future for Hong Kong.