Northern Metropolis: Hong Kong’s government awarded its first major land parcel tender under the Northern Metropolis, using a two-envelope PPP approach aimed at picking a long-term strategic partner, with projected HK$16.8bn investment and 6,000+ jobs. Space & Aerospace Ecosystem: A reusable-rocket milestone highlights China’s push for land-based booster recovery, while Wenchang is betting on an aerospace ecosystem (rockets, satellites, data and tourism) to turn launch activity into durable local business growth. Shipping & Finance: Cetus Maritime is in talks to buy interests in 13 Seacon vessels via a cash-and-shares structure tied to Cetus’s overseas IPO plans, signalling continued consolidation in Hong Kong-linked shipping. Digital Entertainment: Cyberport’s DELF 2026 wrapped up with 4,000+ participants, focusing on AI, immersive tech and the IP economy—another push to connect Hong Kong’s creative industries with tech. Retail & Media Pressure: An independent bookstore, Have A Nice Stay, drew crowds for a final day after police scrutiny over alleged seditious books and mounting business pressure. Public Safety: Police arrested 321 people in a seven-week crackdown, seizing HK$130m of suspected drugs, including large ketamine and cocaine quantities. Gaming Expansion: Hong Kong-listed IEC says LaVie Resort & Casino Manila and its online gaming entry via DigiPlus will drive longer-term growth despite softer near-term Philippine gaming momentum.