Northern Metropolis Land Takeover: Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis plan would bulldoze villages, wetlands and farmland to build a tech hub, but residents and environmental groups warn the scale will damage wildlife and communities despite mitigation promises. Macau Civic Groups Overhaul: Macau launched a 45-day consultation on tougher rules for associations, aiming for clearer oversight, dissolution mechanisms and national security checks while keeping freedom of association in place. Student Screen-Use Policy: Macau’s smartphone-free school debate continues as a pilot approach is set to run on, with supporters arguing for reduced addiction risk and clearer focus, while critics stress it’s not a cure-all for mental health. Hengqin Earth Data Hub: Macau and Hengqin began construction of China’s first international Earth system data exchange center, designed to share meteorological and environmental data for disaster prevention and environmental management. Green Finance in the Region: Bank of China (Hong Kong) and WWF held BOCHK Green Forum 2026, pushing cross-border green finance practices across Hong Kong and Southeast Asia. Public Health Alert: Macau reported an 81-year-old in critical condition with Legionnaires’ disease after testing positive for Legionella pneumophila, with health officials reminding residents about risks from contaminated water systems. Sustainability Bonds: Shenzhen issued 1 billion yuan offshore sustainability bonds in Macau to fund water management and health-related projects, boosting Greater Bay Area green finance links.