The Hong Kong government has released the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s first five-year plan for 2026-2030, setting out six major areas for economic and social development.
AI use in public administration
In the section on improving public governance, the plan says Hong Kong will make better use of artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies to digitize and upgrade public administration. The government said it will optimize the 1823 hotline service and expand AI use across government departments to improve service quality and operational efficiency.
Green transition goals and funding
On green transition, the plan sets binding indicators aimed at advancing a low-carbon shift. The government said it will support green technology development through a HK$400 million low-carbon green research fund.
It also plans to launch the "Green Technology Focal Point Scheme" in 2027 to promote green solutions to Belt and Road countries. At the same time, authorities said they are pushing ahead with new energy infrastructure, with a target of raising the share of zero-carbon electricity to 60% to 70% before 2035.
Greater Bay Area chapter highlights cross-border innovation
The plan includes a dedicated chapter on the Greater Bay Area and stresses stronger cooperation in technology innovation. Hong Kong said it will use the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone as a core platform to facilitate the cross-border flow of innovation resources.
The government also said it will promote 6G network development and speed up the buildout of large-scale intelligent computing clusters. In addition, it will advance "soft connectivity" measures, including mutual recognition of professional qualifications, to make cross-border movement of factors more convenient.
The information was published in a Hong Kong government press release.