Hong Kong is set to receive its first-ever five-year plan this morning when Chief Executive John Lee unveils his long-term strategy for the city at the Legislative Council, alongside the Policy Address. Lee and his administration have been soliciting views from all walks of life, as they seek ways to improve people's livelihoods and sustain economic growth. Let's take stock of all the policies people wish to see, as Raymond Yeung reports.

Chief Executive John Lee says Hong Kong's first five-year plan, which he will deliver this morning, will have a blue cover to symbolise openness, progress and stability. Speaking to reporters ahead of an Executive Council meeting yesterday morning, he said the policy address, which will also be unveiled later this morning at 11am, will retain its green cover, to represent continuity, vitality and hope. Hailey Yip reports.

The chief executive says those responsible for faulty lifts at Queen Mary Hospital’s new clinical block will be held accountable. The problem has delayed the launch of clinical services there. Wallis Wang has details.

The chief executive says preparatory work is under way to ensure that travellers heading to the SAR during the upcoming National Day Golden Week holiday next month will have a pleasant experience. Janice Lo reports.

The Tourism Board says there were 5.46 million visitor arrivals in Hong Kong in August, making it the highest monthly figure since the Covid pandemic. The provisional numbers represent a six percent increase from a year ago. Here's Janice Lo again.

The Hospital Authority says Hong Kong has seen a surge in seasonal flu infections and serious cases, with the virus actively spreading in the community. Wallis Wang reports.

A ballot has taken place to determine the flat-selection order for Wang Fuk Court owners seeking new homes under the government’s special sales exercise. Hailey Yip has details.

The director of Hong Kong's first university-led wealth management academy, says she believes the new institution will help the SAR further consolidate its position as a global wealth hub. The comments came after The University of Hong Kong Business School launched the academy as part of efforts to expand the industry, while cultivating talents capable of serving increasingly sophisticated international clients. Speaking on RTHK's BackChat programme, Anna Wong, the academy's director, said one of the goals of the institution is to connect "policy, industry, academics, and research". She also urged young finance professionals to train their critical thinking in the age of AI. She spoke to Philip Wong.

Hong Kong, China will field five female and three male gymnasts at the Nagoya Asian Games. For the first time ever, the SAR will have a competitor in rhythmic gymnastics. The squad will also vie for medals in the trampoline and artistic gymnastics. Here's Elvis Yu.

The Foreign Ministry has urged the United States to stop preparing for war in outer space. As Aaron Tam reports, it comes after the US Space Force confirmed it had put weapons into orbit for the first time.

Beijing says Iran's foreign minister is set to visit China on Wednesday. This comes as Tehran rejected any talks with the United States, which is reportedly facing an ammunition shortfall in its conflict with Iran. Azam Khan reports.

The World Trade Organization has warned that the global trading system is enduring its most sustained period of disruption in living memory. This comes amid challenges to trading rules that could batter living standards, in a, quote, "geo-fragmented world". Azam Khan reports.

The yield on 10-year US Treasuries has hit a 19-year high of 5.02 percent, as surging oil prices caused by conflicts in the Middle East, increased inflation fears. This comes as investors worry that the US Federal Reserve will hike interest rates this week. Before the market closed on Tuesday, 10-year US Treasuries were hovering between 5.01 and 5.04 percent.

China's value-added industrial output increased by 5.3 percent year on year in the first eight months of 2026. Over the same period, retail sales of goods and services increased by 2.5 percent, and overall fixed-asset investment retreated. Chloe Feng has more details.

Three of the world’s biggest AI companies are working on creating a standards body -- that’s according to ChatGPT-maker OpenAI. The comments come as fears rise about the dangers of artificial intelligence. Pressure is mounting to create a safer version of the technology, as Jamie Clarke reports.

A probe into the deaths of babies murdered at a British hospital by a former nurse, has found that some were preventable. Lucy Letby became Britain’s most prolific serial child killer in modern times when she was convicted in 2023. Her case shocked the United Kingdom and drew worldwide attention - as Jamie Clarke reports.

The Donald Trump-appointed board of the Kennedy Center in Washington has voted to immediately shutter the performing arts centre, after the US president was blocked from putting his name on it for a second time. Jamie Clarke has the details.

Television's finest offerings have been recognised at a star-studded and prestigious Emmys ceremony in Hollywood. The quirky horror series "Widow's Bay" made history by breaking the record for the most awards won by a comedy in a single year, while the gritty hospital drama "The Pitt" bagged a victory for Best Drama. Azam Khan has more.

Hundreds of activists in Canada have gathered in Toronto to protest against an investment summit hosted by the country's prime minister Mark Carney. Canada is trying to rely less on the United States and is seeking foreign investment in dozens of mining, energy, technology and infrastructure projects. The demonstrators accused the government of ditching environmental friendly policies. They also called for job protection and a withdrawal from military-related industries. Hailey Asquin is the spokeswoman for the protest organiser, Common Horizon.

Liverpool and Arsenal have powered into the round of 16 of the English League Cup after respective third-round wins over Tottenham Hotspur and Ipswich. Nazvi Careem has more.

The World Athletics has announced that Nairobi will host the highly coveted 2029 world outdoor athletics championships, holding off competition from London, Munich and Rome. Here's Aaron Tam.