Normal exchanges between Hong Kong and the mainland were hindered for three years due to the pandemic. Has Hong Kong's status and international influence weakened? In the new wave of reform and opening up, how can Hong Kong and the mainland achieve mutual benefit and win-win results? How can mainland talents integrate into Hong Kong? How to enhance the national identity of Hong Kong's youths? Ding Shizhao, president of Shenzhen News Group and president of Hong Kong-based Economic Herald, yesterday led a team of journalists to interview Chan Kwok-ki, Hong Kong’s chief secretary for administration, conducting an in-depth interview on various issues of public concern.

The Nantou Ancient Town in Nanshan District, branded as Nantou City, encourages citizens to visit with their pets and hosts campaigns to raise public awareness about animal welfare. In this video, we interviewed several pet owners, shop owners and event organizers at Nantou City about their views on building pet-friendly communities in Shenzhen. Check it out if you are interested in their stories!

It’s been a new trend since the reopening of the Shenzhen-Hong Kong border early this year that Hongkongers cross the border to spend their weekend in Shenzhen. Social media platforms are brimming with tips on shopping and dining in Shenzhen. We have talked to several Hong Kong residents in Shenzhen, and let’s hear what they have to say.