Mu Koh Similan National Park in Phang Nga province will reopen to visitors on Oct 15 for the 2026-27 tourist season.

Secretary for Security Chris Tang has expressed confidence that the opening of the redeveloped Huanggang port would be safe, smooth and efficient. “Since the Hong Kong Port Area was established on July 31, we have already done a great deal of work,” Tang told reporters after the opening ceremony of the checkpoint on Sunday. “We have conducted more than 100 tests, including some stress tests, as well as system and process testing. “We have confidence that the checkpoint, after its opening at 6.30am tomorrow, will provide a safe, smooth, efficient and pleasant border clearance experience for people.” Meanwhile, transport minister Mable Chan expressed hope that the new checkpoint would bring convenience for cross-border travellers. Chan, who inspected the public transport facilities at the port, said multiple tests had been conducted to improve the traffic flow and on-site instructions there. Edited by Aaron Tam

Financial Secretary Paul Chan on Sunday said the redeveloped Huanggang port will bring convenience to people who frequently travel between Hong Kong and Shenzhen. The revamped port will officially open and begin 24-hour clearance services at 6.30am on Monday. Writing on his blog, Chan said the redeveloped port is designed to handle 200,000 passengers a day – five times its previous capacity. He also noted it would take about five minutes for passengers to complete entry and exit procedures, compared with the previous 30 minutes. On the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting that will be held in Hong Kong for the first time in just over a week, Chan said the focus will be on fiscal policies that support livelihoods, financing digital infrastructure, inclusive finance, and youth financial talent exchanges. He said these areas play to Hong Kong’s strengths. “The hosting of the meeting in Hong Kong highlights the central government's deep affection for the city and reflects Hong Kong's status as a vital international financial centre in the region,” he said. Chan described the meeting as a high profile international event and said visiting finance officials, business leaders and guests will have opportunities to learn about Hong Kong’s developments in innovation and urban planning, and to experience the city’s cultural and artistic vitality. Edited by Aaron Tam