With reference to the Smart City Blueprint for Hong Kong 2.0 launched on December 10, I would like to raise the following questions from the perspective of innovation and technology.
繼續閱讀期待香港智慧城市更上一層樓 – 明報
善用地理資訊系統 規劃大灣區安老 – 香港經濟日報
COVID-19 vaccine distribution needs to be fair and transparent – China Daily
The world is eagerly looking forward to a COVID-19 vaccine. It is anticipated that the vaccines will be available by the end of this year, then everyone will hopefully regain their freedom after vaccination. There will be no more fear of infection during gatherings or travel, and no need to wear masks. At present, different places like the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong have participated in the COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access Facility (COVAX Facility). How to distribute vaccines fairly and effectively among countries and among different communities has become an important topic. There are billions of people around the world who need vaccines; how can such a huge demand be met in a short period of time? How should the distribution be fair and just, regardless of social status? These are the questions that deserve attention.
繼續閱讀新經濟拉闊男女薪酬差距 – 信報財經新聞, StartUpBeat
Better city planning for tackling ageing problem in GBA – EJ Insight
Based on a forecast by the Census and Statistics Department, the over-85s group in Hong Kong would rise sharply 10 years later, and the rapid growth is expected to remain for 20 years. Similar to Hong Kong, Guangdong Province (GD) also sees its growing ageing population with the age of 65 and above exceeding 10 million this year and well above 30 million in 30 years’ time.
繼續閱讀New economy widens gender pay gap in China – EJ Insight
香港迎中國新基建機遇 – 信報財經新聞, StartUpBeat
GIS ensures a fair and smooth election process – Harbour Times
Finally, the eye-catching United States presidential election is over. But how could the public be assured of fairness, transparency and efficiency in the election process? How did it ensure safety in casting a vote under the COVID-19 epidemic? Recently, the Harvard Kennedy School published an article analysing how advanced technologies, such as geographic information system (GlS) and electronic map software, have enabled more than 100 million eligible voters to vote smoothly.
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