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Hong Kong to unveil first five-year biomedicine plan Sept. 16, 2026

9/9/2026

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Hong Kong will unveil its first five-year biomedicine plan on September 16, 2026.
GSK said it wants to expand its role in Greater Bay Area biotech development.
Health Secretary Lo Chung-mau called Hong Kong a “superconnector” and “super value-added” biotech hub.
The Greater Bay Area, home to 88 million people, generated 15 trillion yuan (US$2.23 trillion) GDP in 2025.
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu will deliver his 2026 address after the plan’s presentation.

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Hong Kong will unveil its first five-year biomedicine plan on September 16, 2026.
GSK said it wants to expand its role in Greater Bay Area biotech development.
Health Secretary Lo Chung-mau called Hong Kong a “superconnector” and “super value-added” biotech hub.
The Greater Bay Area, home to 88 million people, generated 15 trillion yuan (US$2.23 trillion) GDP in 2025.
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu will deliver his 2026 address after the plan’s presentation.