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The Hetao Cooperation Zone becomes a data "demonstration unit" to provide an ideal experimental platform for enterprises

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Last month, the government announced the "Outline for the Development of the Hong Kong Park in the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone," proposing a number of innovative policies to promote circulation in the park. A think tank convener believes that the cooperation zone can serve as an ideal demonstration, allowing citizens and the industry to observe how cross-border data can meet the needs of different industries and services. Observe how to effectively manage and protect data.

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Cross-border circulation in the Bay Area is wider and easier. Data security legislation must be detailed and in place.

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The data interconnection between Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area brings convenience to Hong Kong. Last year, the government signed the "Standard Contract on Cross-border Flow of Personal Information in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Mainland and Hong Kong)" to simplify the procedures for cross-border data flow between the nine mainland cities in the Greater Bay Area and Hong Kong. The measures have had successful cases in the financial and medical sectors, and were expanded to all industries last month. Sectors such as education, culture and arts, and new productivity are also expected to benefit. Some data experts pointed out that Hong Kong needs to pay attention to protecting "data property rights" and data classification and classification, and suggested referring to the strict laws and regulations of the Mainland, establishing a legal framework and speeding up the formulation of a data security law. The digital economy is becoming a new main body of Hong Kong's development. Some lawyers have suggested that the authorities promote mutual recognition of identities, promote high-quality cross-border development in all aspects, and help integrate it into the overall national development.
Data interconnection and interoperability with the Greater Bay Area has brought many conveniences and benefits to Hong Kong. Last year, Hong Kong and the Cyberspace Administration of China signed the "Memorandum of Cooperation on Promoting Cross-Border Data Flows in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area," and subsequently signed the "Standard Contract for Cross-Border Flows of Personal Information in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Mainland and Hong Kong)." This simplifies the compliance arrangements for cross-border flows of personal information between nine mainland cities and Hong Kong, removes quantitative restrictions on cross-border transfers of personal information, and simplifies personal information protection impact assessments. More sectors, including education, culture, and the arts, benefit.

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[News Magazine] One Country Two Systems Index rebounds

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A group released a survey and found that Hong Kong's "one country, two systems" index rebounded, reflecting an improvement in public confidence. However, the survey also pointed out that the international community's evaluation of Hong Kong continues to deteriorate. What should be the key points to interpret? What other ways to deal with it?

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Young researchers are expected to rebuild their communication image

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The new government governance team has diverse backgrounds, including current officials, members of the Legislative Council, the business community and different professions. Liu Siu-jia, vice president of the National Association for Hong Kong and Macao Studies, described it as a pragmatic team. As long as it resolutely and effectively implements policies that have consensus in the society and support from the central government, It is expected that achievements can be made in the short term, which will not only provide accountability to the central government and society, but also enhance the prestige of the governance team and the confidence of Hong Kong people in the future. He also pointed out that the new team is composed of people who love the country and Hong Kong and are willing to follow the leadership of Chief Executive-designate Li Jiachao. In addition, there are currently no major new policies to be promoted, so the new team's integration will not be a problem.

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[All-round Current Affairs] Looking forward to the new Chief Executive—How to strengthen the government team?

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[Now News Channel] Topic: Looking forward to the new chief executive—how to strengthen the government team? The new chief executive will take office in July. Can the structural reorganization promoted by the current government be completed as scheduled?

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Thousands of mainland internship and job opportunity gift packages are launched to help Hong Kong youth integrate into national development

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In order to promote Hong Kong's integration into the development of the mainland and the Greater Bay Area, new policies have been frequently introduced in recent years. The All-China Youth Federation has also launched eight initiatives to benefit Hong Kong's youth, covering academics, employment, entrepreneurship, internships, etc. Zhang Zhihua, Youth Affairs Minister of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government, described it as a "big gift package" sent by the central government. Xu Yingwei, Secretary for Home Affairs of Hong Kong Cherish the opportunity and be prepared. Some human resources consultants said that if you plan to participate in the program, you should be prepared to accept the new culture with an open mind.

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Hidden worries under high ranking examine Hong Kong Human Development Index

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Every year, there are always global rankings of various sizes released. Last month, Hong Kong lost its top spot as the world's freest economy. For the first time in 25 years, it fell behind Singapore. The government expressed disappointment. However, looking at another authoritative indicator performance table, the 2019 Human Development Index, Hong Kong has achieved outstanding results, ranking 4th (index 0.939), rising three places compared to 2018.

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Can the independent review committee address both the symptoms and the root causes?

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The anti-extradition law movement has lasted for half a year, and citizens have become increasingly divided and antagonized, and society has suffered. Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor said at the end of last month that she was setting up an "independent review committee" with reference to the 2011 London riots to examine the causes of the movement and identify the social, economic and political problems involved. However, the London riots only lasted less than ten days, which is not comparable to the biggest social unrest Hong Kong is experiencing in decades. Although the government can refer to the methods of controlling riots in other regions, it cannot follow the instructions when implementing them. How can the committee prescribe the right medicine to calm public grievances, lead society out of the predicament, and regain its vitality?

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