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Written by: Huang Weilun
2021-02-26 09:39
The last update date: 2021-02-26 16:46
[Budget/Post-epidemic economy] In addition to providing nearly 2.6 billion yuan in financial support to the tourism industry, the latest government budget has proposed to set aside 930 million yuan to improve Hong Kong’s tourism resources, including about 170 million yuan. Carry out local cultural, historical and creative tourism projects, such as the "Yantian Catalpa Art Festival" and "City Scenery", etc., and will allocate funds to improve 10 popular hiking trails, including the mountain trail facilities of Phoenix Mountain and Lion Mountain, and develop more More green tourism resources, and review the positioning of Hong Kong's tourism industry.
The budget will also set aside about 765 million yuan to support the HKTB to revitalize the tourism industry in Hong Kong. The authorities also plan to consider resuming the relaxation of restrictions on local tour group gatherings, gaining space for the tourism industry, and continuing to discuss the "air travel bubble" .
As for Radio Television Hong Kong’s budget for the next financial year of about 995 million yuan, which is down from about 1.043 billion yuan this year, it has been questioned as "drying in the dark".
In terms of innovation and technology, the government will add another 9.5 billion yuan to the Innovation and Technology Fund. The amount of newly injected capital is close to half of the current balance.
As for the "Outstanding Creative Scientists Program", which will be launched in the first half of this year, the project will involve about 2 billion yuan and will be shared by the government, universities and the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charity Fund.
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[16:39] Earlier when senior officials from the Hong Kong government were vaccinated, Qiu Tenghua did not show up, and was asked when he would "make up the injection." Qiu said,
[16:18] As for when will the consumer coupon registration platform be launched?
Xue Yongheng said that when 10,000 yuan was distributed last year, the registration system asked the public whether they agreed to reuse the information. Although there are relevant information, the consumer vouchers are related to the electronic payment platform and the public is required to add additional information.
He believes that the design of the registration platform "does not require too much patience."
Recently, there was an outbreak in restaurants, and diners who used Anxin Travel App said that they had not received a notification.
Xue Yongheng said that many people diagnosed in this case can travel with peace of mind and can assist in tracking work, and other citizens can be aware of risks.
However, citizens' travel records are kept in their personal mobile phones, and the authorities are unable to grasp the software to compare citizens' travel information and whether they have notified them.
[15:57] Regarding when the local tour will restart, Qiu Tenghua pointed out that it is hoped that Baiye can resume normal operations when the epidemic improves.
Earlier, the authorities launched a plan to encourage local travel, and will decide on local travel arrangements based on the development of the epidemic.
The HKTB has received 800 million and 700 million yuan to promote tourism in two years, but the industry has not received direct funding support. Qiu explained that the additional funding this year is similar to last year. In the coming year, he hopes to gradually resume contacts and gradually open tourism. The HKTB’s work must not only consolidate local tourism, but also continue preparations for large-scale events and events, and re-establish the Hong Kong brand.
As for the tourism bubble arrangement, Qiu pointed out that Hong Kong and Singapore are maintaining contact to discuss when and how to reopen.
After the New Year, Hong Kong is not fully confident that it can reopen. According to the circuit breaker mechanism established by the two places, there are still ups and downs of sourceless cases, which is not stable enough.
At present, it is also necessary to discuss with the Singapore government how to make the mechanism more stable.
Recently, consuls of other countries have also contacted the Hong Kong government to learn about tourism bubble arrangements.
When asked about another 9.5 billion yuan injection into the Innovation and Technology Fund, Xue Yongheng pointed out that he has basically funded more than 4,000 research and development projects.
As for the Anxin Travel App, there have been 2.79 million downloads, and it is emphasized that about 97% of the apps are downloaded locally.
[15:51] Xue Yongheng from the Innovation and Technology Bureau was asked why consumer vouchers are only available electronically instead of physical versions?
Xue said that the authorities will cooperate with other policy bureaus in their efforts to implement consumer voucher schemes, and the physical version also has anti-counterfeiting issues to be considered, and hopes to push it electronically as soon as possible.
Qiu also added that the goal of consumer vouchers can also reduce the burden on the public. Chambers of commerce and different industries also have voices, hoping that the government will encourage the public to spend and believe that electronic consumer vouchers are effective.
Regarding RTHK’s expenditure cuts in the coming year, Yau Tenghua explained that the 9.2% reduction in RTHK’s TV expenditure is “should be reduced”. The amount is due to changes in operation. The analog broadcasting service has been terminated and no longer needs to be done. Therefore, related expenses can be reduced. Hong Kong and Taiwan are the same as other departments. If they should be used, the budget will be reduced.
Xue Yongheng said that the Youth Employment Program in the Greater Bay Area has responded well. As of noon today, companies have provided 786 innovation and technology positions.
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[15:46] Xue Yongheng said that the Youth Employment Program in the Greater Bay Area has responded well. As of noon today, enterprises have provided 786 innovation and technology positions.
In the first half of this year, the "Outstanding Creative Talents Program" will be launched.
The first batch of buildings in the Lok Ma Chau Loop will also be completed in phases starting from 2024.
In the next two years, 9.5 billion yuan will be invested in innovation and technology funds. Last year there were 3,400 start-ups.
The authorities will also continue to promote "re-industrialization."
Qiu Tenghua said that the budget has several directions for business and economic development, including assisting enterprises and preparing for economic recovery.
(Photo by Yu Junliang)
[15:31] Qiu Tenghua said that the budget has several directions for business and economic development, including assisting enterprises and preparing for economic recovery.
He mentioned that the Budget also has a number of measures to revitalize the tourism industry, with the development focus on commercial tourism and green tourism.
As for the air transport and air mail industry, Hong Kong’s own status as an air transport center and the foundation for three-run development can fully develop in e-commerce. Therefore, it has applied for an allocation of $4.6 billion to rebuild the air mail center.
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