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Hong Kong Accelerates Northern Metropolis Project Approval Process

3/17/2026

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Hong Kong plans to expedite the Northern Metropolis megaproject by reducing land approval procedures from nine months to two.
The South China Morning Post reported the move aligns with the 15th national five-year plan, which emphasizes Hong Kong's role as an international financial hub.
The project aims to transform 30,000 hectares into a center for economic growth and housing.

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Hong Kong plans to expedite the Northern Metropolis megaproject by reducing land approval procedures from nine months to two.
The South China Morning Post reported the move aligns with the 15th national five-year plan, which emphasizes Hong Kong's role as an international financial hub.
The project aims to transform 30,000 hectares into a center for economic growth and housing.