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政府委任李自力為藥械監管總監 任期3年

政府宣布已完成全球公開招聘程序，委任李自力為衞生署轄下藥物及醫療器械監督管理總監，任期由今年10月20日起生效，為期3年。

Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues notice on bank-related scams

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority urges the public to stay vigilant. 7 banks, including Bank of East Asia, have issued press releases regarding fraudulent websites and online banking login screen scams. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reminds the public that banks will not direct customers to conduct transactions via hyperlinks in SMS or emails, nor will they ask for login passwords and one-time passwords. Those who have provided personal information may contact the relevant bank or report the case to the Hong Kong Police Force by calling 2860 5012.

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勞工處對兩間公司實施行政制裁 拒處理其兩年輸入勞工申請

勞工處宣布，盛世投資管理有限公司及何富記麵家（荃灣）有限公司在申請輸入洗碗員期間違反「補充勞工優化計劃」規定，對兩間公司實施行政制裁，由即日起拒絕處理它們隨後兩年在該計劃下提交的申請。

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政府委任李自力出任藥械監管總監 十月二十日生效

政府宣布經全球公開招聘，委任李自力為衛生署藥物及醫療器械監督管理總監，任期三年，十月二十日生效。藥械監管中心將於二○二六年內成立，推動第一層審批以加快藥械臨床應用。李自力曾任美國 FDA 臨床審評主管及仿製藥全球事務主管。

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美當局可依DED計劃遞解獲延長逗留的香港居民

美國國土安全部表示，當局仍可將獲延遲強制離境（DED）計劃延長逗留的香港居民納入遞解程序，且未排除這樣做。此事背景是有報道指十多名港人在當地機場被拘留。發言人回覆南華早報指，該部門不受限制將獲臨時行政身份的外籍人士納入遞解程序，目前並未遞解他們。

Prosperity Investment Management and Wo Fu Kee Noodle Shop (Tsuen Wan) breached rules, Labour Department suspends importation of labour applications

The Labour Department has immediately suspended processing of the 'Supplementary Labour Scheme' importation of labour applications already submitted by Prosperity Investment Management Limited and Wo Fu Kee Noodle Shop (Tsuen Wan) Limited, and has refused to process applications from the two companies under the scheme for the following two years. Investigations found that Prosperity Investment Management added recruitment conditions without consent, submitted false results of local open recruitment, and refused without reasonable justification to hire eligible job seekers, while Wo Fu Kee Noodle Shop (Tsuen Wan) involved refusal to hire without reasonable justification.

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勞工處對兩名僱主實施行政制裁 中止補充勞工優化計劃輸入勞工申請

勞工處宣布即時中止盛世投資管理有限公司及何富記麵家（荃灣）有限公司已提交的「補充勞工優化計劃」輸入勞工申請，並即日起拒絕處理兩公司隨後兩年的申請。調查確定盛世投資管理在未獲同意下新增招聘條件、提交不實本地公開招聘結果及無合理理由拒絕聘用合資格求職者，何富記麵家則無合理理由拒絕聘用合資格求職者。

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政務司副司長在立法會簡介應對社會高齡化對策報告

政務司副司長卓永興今日在立法會福利事務委員會會議簡介應對社會高齡化對策報告，指政府已於九月十八日記者會公布報告，提出共73項對策措施，橫跨醫療、科技、經濟、出行、安老等11個關鍵領域。預計到二○四六年，香港65歲及以上人口將增至274萬，佔總人口超過三分之一。他表示政府會與社會各界並肩落實各項措施，構建高齡友好型社會。

John Lee: Hong Kong's "AI City Brain" may be tested during next year's typhoon season

Chief Secretary John Lee said Hong Kong's "AI City Brain" system could take shape and be tested as early as next year's typhoon season. He said the system aims to connect the separate databases of various government departments, and once fully operational it will allow the authorities to grasp the city's "full picture".

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外交部對伯利茲、巴拉圭兩名部長採取反制 禁入境中國包括港澳

外交部今日（12日）宣布對伯利茲外交、外貿等部長豐塞卡及巴拉圭通信和技術部長比利亞特採取反制，凍結其在中國境內的動產、不動產及其他各類財產，禁止境內組織個人與其交易合作，並不予簽發簽證、不准入境中國包括香港、澳門，決定自2026年10月12日起施行。措施依據《中華人民共和國反外國制裁法》，台媒稱這是大陸官方首次因支持台灣而對台灣「邦交」國祭出制裁。

Chris Tang: Confident of providing a safe and smooth boundary crossing experience from tomorrow

Secretary for Security Chris Tang said after the opening ceremony of the Huanggang Port that he was confident of providing the public with a safe, smooth and efficient boundary crossing experience from tomorrow. The Transport and Logistics Bureau said it would closely monitor the situation on site and be ready to coordinate and respond at any time.

Lam Man-kin: Department of Health deploys sufficient manpower to ensure smooth and orderly health quarantine operations at Huanggang Port

Lam Man-kin said the Department of Health had deployed sufficient manpower to ensure smooth and orderly health quarantine procedures when the rebuilt Huanggang Port opens. The passenger inspection hall is equipped with a "collective-type infrared thermal imaging temperature detection system", while vehicles use "joint one-stop" lanes with an "information collection all-in-one machine" to complete temperature, document, facial and fingerprint collection in one go, shortening clearance time.

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衞生署舉辦「齒生伴你」嘉年華 推廣全生命周期口腔健康

衞生署今日（十月十一日）在鑽石山荷里活廣場舉辦「齒生伴你」嘉年華，響應二○二六年「全國愛牙日」，署長林文健醫生主禮，活動獲北京市及廣東省衞生健康委員會、中華口腔醫學會支持。今年主題為「健康口腔 健康生活 少年護牙築根基 老年健齒享安康」。林文健指出，當局將於二○二七年起在指定地區康健中心／站為高風險群組提供預防性基層口腔健康護理服務，並擴展「護齒同行」計劃。

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鄧炳強有信心皇崗口岸明日開通安全暢順

皇崗口岸明日正式開通，保安局局長鄧炳強表示有信心開通安全暢順，為市民提供有效率、良好的通關體驗。他說港方口岸區成立以來已作出大量工作，曾進行過百次有關系統、流程及壓力的測試。

John Lee says Huanggang Port is a milestone connecting Hong Kong with the Greater Bay Area

The new Huanggang Port will open on Monday. Chief Executive John Lee described it as a key milestone for connectivity in the Greater Bay Area. At Sunday's ceremony, he said Huanggang Port was a landmark project jointly built and shared by Hong Kong and Shenzhen.

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港深舉行新皇崗口岸開通儀式 李家超稱開通具三大意義

新皇崗口岸12日早上6時30分正式開通，港深兩地政府今日上午在深圳方口岸區舉行開通儀式，李家超與廣東省及深圳市領導出席。李家超指開通體現落實國家規劃、制度創新及促進跨境流動三大意義，口岸採合作查驗一次放行模式，旅客通關時間由30分鐘縮至約5分鐘。深圳口岸辦預計開通初期客流達10萬至20萬人次。

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政務司司長出席2026新鴻基地產香港單車節頒獎典禮致辭

政務司司長陳國基今日（十月十一日）出席香港旅遊發展局舉辦的2026新鴻基地產香港單車節頒獎典禮並致辭。國際單車聯盟1.1級公路賽吸引十七支世界頂尖職業車隊、近一百名精英車手參賽，路線串連昂船洲大橋、啟德體育園等地標；56公里項目首次推出「五隧三橋」全新路線，旅發局亦在西九文化區舉辦單車嘉年華。

John Lee: Rebuilt Huanggang Port opens tomorrow, an important milestone for Greater Bay Area connectivity

The rebuilt Huanggang Port officially opens tomorrow. Chief Executive John Lee said in his address at the opening ceremony that it is an important milestone for connectivity in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. The new port implements "one-stop inspection" and adopts the model of "joint inspection and single release", shortening passenger clearance time from about 30 minutes to about 5 minutes, with a designed clearance flow of about 200,000 passenger trips per day.

APEC finance ministers' meeting to be held in Hong Kong on October 20; Paul Chan says it will explore stronger cooperation and stable growth

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Finance Ministers' Meeting will be held in Hong Kong for the first time on October 20 and 21. Financial Secretary Paul Chan said in a blog post that participating finance ministers and representatives will explore how to strengthen regional economic ties through fiscal policy and financial services. He noted that geopolitical tensions, energy and supply chain risks, and a tightening financial environment are putting pressure on economies across the region, and that strengthening cooperation, stabilising growth and safeguarding people's livelihoods are important topics for this finance ministers' meeting.

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陳茂波明率團訪問南京

財政司司長陳茂波明日上午率領逾30人代表團啟程赴南京，翌日出席「『蘇港攜手‧揚帆啟航』伴航內地企業走向全球推介大會」，向內地企業推廣香港作為國際業務平台的優勢。代表團將參與多場商務對接活動，並參訪江蘇省技術轉移轉化機構及綠色技術、生物科技創科企業。陳茂波本月14日下午啟程回港，離港期間由財政司副司長黃偉綸署任司長。

Paul Chan: Huanggang Port is very convenient for those who regularly travel between Hong Kong and Shenzhen

The rebuilt Huanggang Port will officially open at 6:30am tomorrow. Financial Secretary Paul Chan said the new port will handle 200,000 passengers daily, five times that of the old port, and will maintain 24-hour clearance. Under the model of "joint inspection and single release", completing entry and exit formalities at both places will take about 5 minutes, a significant reduction from about 30 minutes at the old port. He also mentioned that the APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting will be held in Hong Kong for the first time in over a week's time.

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酒牌局周二舉行會議

酒牌局星期二（十月十三日）舉行會議，討論一宗酒牌（附加酒吧批註）續期申請、一宗酒牌續期申請，以及一宗酒牌新申請個案。有關個案為油麻地SPICY SALT RESTAURANT AND BAR、黃大仙富源潮州美食及元朗多多雞大排檔。會議上午九時四十五分在灣仔皇后大道東258號一樓102號會議室舉行，歡迎市民旁聽。

John Lee attends opening ceremony of Huanggang Port and delivers speech, rebuilt new port officially opens tomorrow

Chief Executive John Lee attended the opening ceremony of Huanggang Port on October 11 and delivered a speech. The rebuilt new Huanggang Port will officially open tomorrow, implementing one-stop clearance. The new port adopts a model of co-operative inspection and single release, with overall passenger clearance time reduced from about 30 minutes to about 5 minutes, and a designed clearance flow of about 200,000 passenger trips per day.

Ministry of Justice issues Measures for the Administration of the Greater Bay Area Lawyers' Practice Examination and Activities; Paul Lam encourages Hong Kong legal talent to seize the opportunity

The Ministry of Justice issued the Measures for the Administration of the Greater Bay Area Lawyers' Practice Examination and Activities on 5 October, regulating examination registration requirements, procedures for applying to practise and scope of practice, and stipulating that the examination will be held once every two years. The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress has passed an amendment to the Lawyers Law of the People's Republic of China, making the Greater Bay Area lawyers system permanent; Paul Lam welcomed this and encouraged Hong Kong legal talent to seize the opportunity and join.

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李家超：皇崗口岸開通具三個重要意義 體現落實國家規劃

李家超表示皇崗口岸開通具三個重要意義，體現落實國家規劃。有關表述見於香港電台即時新聞，於2026-10-11上午10時30分發布，原文未列出三個意義的具體內容。

LCSD outsourced lifeguard and first-aid services contract worth HK$122 million raises concerns over public spending

The Leisure and Cultural Services Department has awarded a lifeguard and first-aid services contract worth more than HK$122 million to Spotlight Enterprises, raising concerns over whether public funds are being used prudently. The company had previously been found unable to provide the manpower required for swimming pools. The LCSD responded on Saturday that it was satisfied with Spotlight Enterprises' performance over the past two years.

Department of Justice welcomes Ministry of Justice's issuance of Measures for the Administration of Practising Examinations and Practising Activities of Lawyers in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area

The Department of Justice welcomed the Ministry of Justice's issuance of the Measures for the Administration of Practising Examinations and Practising Activities of Lawyers in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, which took effect on the 5th of this month. The Measures set out the eligibility requirements for examination registration, the procedures for applying to practise and the scope of practice, and stipulate that the relevant examination will be held once every two years. The pilot scheme for Greater Bay Area lawyers expired on the 4th of this month, and the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress has passed an amendment to the Lawyers Law to make the system permanent.

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數碼港OPC Hub啓動三個月 逾30間一人公司獲批進駐

數碼港一人公司創業基地OPC Hub啓動三個月以來，逾30間公司獲批進駐。其中一間公司活用政府公開數據，建立人工智能樓宇管理平台。相關文字及短片報道今日上載至 www.news.gov.hk/chi/feature。

Department of Justice welcomes Ministry of Justice's implementation of Administrative Measures, establishing practice regime for Greater Bay Area lawyers

The Department of Justice welcomed the Ministry of Justice's publication and implementation, from the 5th of this month, of the Administrative Measures for the Practice Examination and Practice Activities of Lawyers in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, which regulate examination registration requirements, procedures for applying to practise and the scope of practice, and stipulate that the examination will be held once every two years. Secretary for Justice Paul Lam said the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress had passed amendments to the Lawyers Law, regularising the Greater Bay Area lawyers system, and that the pilot scheme, which ran for several years, expired on the 4th of this month.

Department of Justice welcomes Ministry of Justice's issuance of the Measures for the Administration of the Practice Examination and Practice Activities of Lawyers in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area

The Department of Justice welcomes the Ministry of Justice's issuance of the Measures for the Administration of the Practice Examination and Practice Activities of Lawyers in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. The Measures take effect on October 5, regulating examination registration requirements, procedures for applying to practise and scope of practice, and stipulating that the examination will be held once every two years. The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress has amended the Lawyers Law to institutionalise the system, and Secretary for Justice Paul Lam encouraged Hong Kong legal talent to join.

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環境及生態局長謝展寰：零碳能源2035年增至六七成 有助降電費

環境及生態局長謝展寰表示，香港零碳能源佔比現時約25%，目標2030年提升至35%、2035年增至六七成，相信有助降低電費。他指兩家電力公司現行《管制計劃協議》將於2033年屆滿，政府會審慎、全面檢視未來電力市場，確保能源供應穩定。

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運輸及物流局長陳美寶宣布新皇崗口岸12日開通 粵艇南下16日首航

運輸及物流局長陳美寶在網誌宣布新皇崗口岸明日（12日）正式開通，粵港澳遊艇自由行「粵艇南下」首航儀式於周五（16日）舉行。有關安排在「港艇北上」的基礎上迎來海上雙向往來，當局稍後將公布更多「粵艇南下」消息。

Paul Chan: If commission report names individuals for misconduct, disciplinary action may be taken directly

Secretary for the Civil Service Patrick Ho said that if the independent commission's report on the Wang Fuk Court fire specifies that certain personnel were at fault, or if prima facie evidence is clear, direct disciplinary action cannot be ruled out. If the report only points out problems with the relevant organisations, the Standing Commission on Disciplinary Action will investigate the administrative responsibility of the relevant personnel. The report is expected to be submitted before the end of the month. Chief Executive John Lee earlier said that reform and accountability would be pursued as soon as possible.

Central Kowloon Bypass Yau Ma Tei section: rebar suspected not screwed into couplers; Highways Department says alternative design adopted

A video circulating online of construction of the Central Kowloon Bypass (Yau Ma Tei section) tunnel in 2024 shows multiple lengths of rebar suspected not having been screwed into couplers. The Highways Department replied to enquiries saying the contractor assessed at the time that construction was difficult and proposed an "alternative design", drilling holes at suitable locations to insert additional rebar, which was approved in advance. The Highways Department did not specify which locations used the alternative design, nor did it explain in detail how structural safety is ensured when rebar is not screwed in. The section opened to traffic at the end of last year.

Mak Mee-kuen: Amendment will encourage owners to vote in person on major repairs

Mak Mee-kuen said the government had completed public consultation on amending the Buildings Management Ordinance last month, and the amendment would encourage owners to participate personally in voting on major repairs. She said the ordinance had previously contained grey areas, for example with no clear provision that a owners' corporation must not cancel meetings without reasonable grounds. She stressed that private property management must involve the participation of owners, and the government can only assist.

Bar Association urges amendment to allow owners to apply to court to enforce building safety in corporation's name

The Bar Association has urged the government to reform the enforcement of obligations under building deeds of mutual covenant in amending the Buildings Management Ordinance. It recommends that, where safety violations have occurred or are continuing in a building, if the corporation refuses to act or takes no action without reasonable grounds, owners should be permitted to apply to the court for permission to initiate enforcement proceedings in the corporation's name. The scheme would be limited to enforcing necessary obligations relating to building safety, and the association has put forward several other proposals for consideration.

Secretary for the Civil Service: Senior civil servants may face disciplinary action if named in Tai Po fire investigation report

Hong Kong's Secretary for the Civil Service said that senior civil servants deemed responsible in last year's fatal Tai Po fire may face disciplinary action if they are named in the investigation report. The Commission of Inquiry, appointed by the government, is expected to submit its report this month. The Secretary also said a support team is being set up to assist the Civil Service Commission in handling investigations into officials' "administrative responsibility".

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警務處處長周一鳴：首8個月2144名青少年因刑事罪行被捕 按年升23%

警務處處長周一鳴表示，今年首8個月有2144名青少年因刑事罪行被捕，按年升23%。個案主要涉及傷人及嚴重毆打，多因瑣碎糾紛一時衝動，其次為詐騙及洗黑錢。警方剛發布最新一期《師長攻略 • 青少年陷阱解密》，並會安排網罪科等向學生提供培訓。

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大廈管理糾紛三層機制明年推行 麥美娟冀區議員及早介入調解

施政報告提出處理大廈管理糾紛的三層機制並於明年推行，民政及青年事務局局長麥美娟指首層會即時轉介區議員調解，未能解決則轉介第二層專業調解，第三層交法庭處理，當局會加強區議員調解培訓。政府同時推動修訂《建築物管理條例》，把以往灰色地帶寫得更清晰，讓業主知道如何召開會議及處理糾紛。

Autonomous vehicle testing project in Tung Kwong runs smoothly

The Transport Department's Working Group on the Promotion of Applications for Autonomous Vehicles inspected an autonomous vehicle testing project in Tung Kwong, North Lantau, today and took a ride in an autonomous private car, with the whole journey stable and smooth. The Transport Department said this was the working group's first on-site inspection of an autonomous vehicle testing project. Members include autonomous driving research scholars, information technology experts and stakeholders, who can directly exchange with pilot operators on the latest technological developments and application experience. The department encourages operators to continuously refine their technology based on feedback from passengers of the ride activity, enabling the public to experience convenient travel.