John Lee’s Policy Address Leaves some Big Questions Unanswered

John Lee’s policy address leaves some big questions unanswered

The chief executive’s focus on expediting development of the Northern Metropolis risks overlooking other important areas.

Funding for Northern Metropolis will not bypass LegCo scrutiny, finance chief says amid plan to expedite development

Hong Kong’s Legislative Council (LegCo) will still vet funding for projects in the Northern Metropolis, the city’s finance minister has said in response to concerns about the government’s plan to fast-track the development. Left to right: Michael Wong, Paul Chan, and Bernadette Linn, meet the press on September 18, 2025. Photo: GovHK. The remarks came after Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee announced a raft of measures at his fourth Policy Addr…

Northern Metropolis Push 2025: Hong Kong Policy Address Speeds Build

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 19 September 2025 - Speeding up the large-scale Northern Metropolis development was a central theme of the 2025 Policy Address announced by Hong Kong's Chief Executive, John Lee, on September 17, including measures to reduce construction costs and time, promote market participation, encourage enterprises to set up and invest in the area, and reduce the cost of land premiums by adopting a "pay for what yo…

Policy Address by Hong Kong SAR’s Chief Executive John Lee: Expediting the Northern Metropolis development to expand capacity for growth, innovation and talent - European Business & Finance Magazine

"The Northern Metropolis is the new engine for Hong Kong's economic development and holds immense potential," Mr Lee said.