Hong Kong Economic Blueprint: Financial Secretary Paul Chan says the city’s first five-year plan will be finalised by end-2026, with a public consultation starting Monday, aiming to upgrade the economy, create more quality jobs and narrow socio-economic gaps. Northern Metropolis Push: Chief Executive John Lee tells investors Northern Metropolis must deliver early “success stories” to attract talent and capital, with Hetao cooperation zone flagged as a first draw for emerging industries. Aerospace & Industry Outreach: Hong Kong’s first astronaut Lai Ka-ying is set to hold a public dialogue with residents from the Tiangong space station within two months, alongside a possible new strategy to align local aerospace development. Quantum Hardware Breakthrough (HKU): HKU researchers report a cryogenic control chip operating at superconducting-qubit temperatures (10 millikelvin) without the wiring heat problem, a step toward scaling quantum computing. Shipping Risk in the Strait: A Hong Kong-flagged tanker was hit near Oman in the Strait of Hormuz; damage and cargo leakage were reported, with authorities investigating as regional tensions affect maritime routes. Finance Sector Pressure: A think-tank urges HSBC and Standard Chartered to relocate out of Hong Kong, warning Beijing could pressure banks during geopolitical disputes. Tech & Business Talent: OpenAI and Google’s race to hire “Forward Deployed Engineers” highlights a shift from building AI models to integrating them into real company workflows. Custom Retail Tech: Hong Kong fashion-tech WIAI launches an AI Smart Measure system for online bespoke suit measurements, targeting global customers. Maritime Tourism Upgrade: A Greater Bay Area policy change exempts leisure yachts from customs guarantees and allows temporary nationality registrations, setting up new yacht tourism demand for Hong Kong. Brokerage Brand Update: CLSA is set to be absorbed under the Citic name from Q2 2027, ending the brokerage’s standalone brand identity.