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Hong Kong's East Rail line to get new Pak Shek Kok station by 2033

A new station, Pak Shek Kok, is slated to open on Hong Kong's East Rail line as early as 2033. The Development Bureau has approved a revised plan where the MTR Corporation will finance the station's construction by developing private residential flats nearby. This marks a shift from the initial proposal that included public housing. The station will be situated between Tai Po Market and University stations, necessitating the relocation of The Education University of Hong Kong's sports ground. AI

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Hong Kong's East Rail line to get new Pak Shek Kok station by 2033

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Vivian Au ·

    Pak Shek Kok station on East Rail line scheduled to open as early as 2033

    The much-delayed Pak Shek Kok station on the East Rail line is scheduled to open as early as 2033 after Hong Kong authorities revealed plans to require the MTR Corporation to build the project to boost connectivity for a tech hub. The Development Bureau said on Thursday that the …