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Hong Kong lawmakers to debate policy address and 5-year plan in extended session

Hong Kong's Legislative Council president, Starry Lee, is requesting an extended session in early October for a joint debate on the city's annual policy address and its first five-year plan. The aim is to allow lawmakers more time for comprehensive discussions on the interconnected documents, which are expected to outline strategies for technological advancement, economic growth, and key livelihood issues. AI

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Hong Kong lawmakers to debate policy address and 5-year plan in extended session

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Matthew Cheng ·

    Starry Lee seeks longer Legco session for joint policy address, 5-year plan debate

    Hong Kong lawmakers will hold a three-day joint debate in early October on the city’s annual policy address and first five-year plan, with Legislative Council president Starry Lee Wai-king seeking to extend the session so legislators have enough time to reflect residents’ views. …