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Hong Kong overhauls Huanggang Port traffic management after Halloween gridlock

Hong Kong authorities are implementing new traffic management strategies at Huanggang Port following significant congestion experienced over the recent Halloween weekend. To alleviate future gridlock, priority will be given to public transport, particularly during peak late-night hours from Friday to Sunday. These measures aim to prevent a recurrence of the extensive delays that affected cross-border travelers and private vehicles. AI

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  2. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 Dansk(DA) · Lo Hoi-ying,Kristen Cheung ·

    Hong Kong to overhaul traffic management at Huanggang Port after weekend gridlock

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