Review of Deserted Agricultural Land in North District and Yuen Long

79.         I have asked the PlanD to expedite the review of agricultural land in North District and Yuen Long currently used mainly for industrial purposes or temporary storage, or which is deserted. It is hoped that suitable land within the 257 hectares of areas under review can be released for housing development as soon as possible.

Development of Lantau Island

80.         With the rapid development of the west bank of the Pearl River Delta, Qianhai, Nansha and Hengqin, coupled with the availability of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and other infrastructure, the northwest of Hong Kong will become a focal point of development. Lantau Island, in particular Tung Chung, has a geographical advantage for the development of logistics, tourism and other industries, hence creating new employment opportunities for the local residents. We are now conducting the Tung Chung New Town Extension Study to explore the potential of developing Tung Chung into a new town with more comprehensive and better developed community facilities. We will also continue to explore in earnest the development potential of Lantau Island and areas along the trunk routes in New Territories West.

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