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University town to be fast-tracked, Eric Chan says after mainland China visit

South China Morning Post Political StrategyNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Matthew ChengApril 3, 2026 at 07:55 AM
University town to be fast-tracked, Eric Chan says after mainland China visit
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Hong Kong's government plans to accelerate the development of a new university town in the Northern Metropolis. Chief Secretary Eric Chan, after visiting similar projects in mainland China, pledged to attract top domestic and international institutions to participate. Chan's working group, under the Committee on Development of the Northern Metropolis, met with Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, who offered guidance on the project. The initiative aims to align with China's 15th five-year plan, integrate Hong Kong into national development, and promote industry through education. The goal is to enhance Hong Kong's academic excellence and foster industrial growth.

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The university town falls under the Committee on Development of the Northern Metropolis.

factual — null100% confidence

The working group will push ahead with “enhanced quality, speed, and efficiency”.

quote — Chan90% confidence

Xia Baolong offered guidance on the project’s construction.

factual — city government spokesman90% confidence

Hong Kong will fast-track a new university town's development.

factual — Eric Chan90% confidence

Authorities will devise a strategy to attract top institutions from across the border and overseas.

factual — Eric Chan80% confidence
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Key Entities & Roles

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15th five-year plan 40% Committee on Development of the Northern Metropolis 50% Xia Baolong ×260% Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office 60% Northern Metropolis ×270% mainland China ×280% Eric Chan Kwok-ki ×290% Hong Kong ×490%

Keywords

university town 100% northern metropolis 80% hong kong 70% mainland china 70% higher education 60% integration 50% industrial development 50% eric chan 40% development strategy 40%

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Hong Kong

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