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Hong Kong Legislative Council Passes Public Service Improvement Bill; China Announces Economic Growth Target
Hong Kong Legislative Council Passes Public Service Improvement Bill
The Hong Kong Legislative Council recently passed the 'Public Service Improvement Bill' during its regular session. The bill primarily aims to streamline public housing allocation procedures and expand support for vulnerable groups. The Hong Kong government expects the passage of this bill to contribute to improving citizens' quality of life, with implementation slated to begin as early as next month.
China Announces Economic Growth Target and Discusses Regional Cooperation
Meanwhile, the Chinese government announced its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth target for the year, emphasizing economic structural transformation through the revitalization of domestic demand and innovation in advanced technologies. A high-ranking Chinese official pledged various policy supports for stable economic growth, specifically expressing a commitment to fostering the digital economy sector. Furthermore, at a high-level meeting of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) held in the ASEAN region, practical cooperation measures were discussed to expand trade and investment among member states. Participating nations reached a consensus on accelerating regional economic integration through the RCEP agreement.
*Source: YouTube: RTHK (2026-03-13)*
