Overview

• A new Committee on Development of the Northern Metropolis, chaired by John Lee, will steer the border tech hub as the government seeks to accelerate the long‑delayed project.
• An AI Efficacy Enhancement Team will coordinate AI adoption across departments, re‑engineer outdated workflows, and promote wider “AI plus” applications with an emphasis on safety.
• The address introduces an accountability system for heads of departments, a civil service reform move prompted by recent administrative failures.
• Hong Kong will consolidate overseas and mainland offices, including the HKTDC, into a one‑stop platform to support mainland companies expanding abroad.
• Officials project 2–3 percent economic growth this year, while commentators welcome the focus on delivery yet question the lack of detailed timelines and mechanisms to remove entrenched planning delays.