Nitin Dialdas speaks to Andrew Sullivan, Founder, Asian Market Sense and Peter Guy, our resident financial expert, for the business and markets discussion.
Plus, Anna Rayton, Co-Founder and Director of BioZein, talks on replacing microplastics with plant-based alternatives and the need for the business world to address similar environmental concerns.

The Close - Every weekday evening at 5:05 - Only on Radio 3

On Friday's programme, we look back at the annual "Two Sessions"—the plenary meetings of the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference. The gatherings focused on navigating geopolitical uncertainties and strengthening the economy, with discussions on transforming the nation into a technological powerhouse.

Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang also called on the Hong Kong and Macao SARs to capitalise on the significant opportunities presented by the country's 15th Five-Year Plan, saying that both cities had made comprehensive progress across various fields over the past year.

After the break, we'll chat with a representative of a psychological health organisation about a new public awareness event on mental wellbeing.

And we'll wrap up the show by telling you all about the Francophonie Festival, which has been putting on cultural events all month across the city.

As always, we'd love to hear your thoughts. You can call us at 2338-8266, WhatsApp 6899-8518, email backchat@rthk.hk or comment on our Facebook page.

Happy Thursday, and welcome to The Brew. It's time, once again, to check out some great 'Brewed in HK' tracks from more of Hong Kong's excellent bands and artists. Mark Rawson will supply the goodies this week. At 12:40 today, we'll hear from renowned Irish singer-songwriter Eleanor McEvoy, who is coming to Hong Kong next week. James Ross talked with her a few days ago, and we'll hear that, along with some of her wonderful songs. Then, at 1:25, live from South Africa, Chef Jason Black... is back! Today he's going to share the magic of his twist on a South African claasic: 'Naan'do's Chicken. You can find the recipe on our Facebook page.

Every weekday afternoon from 12:05 until 2... Only on Radio 3

Michael Lance takes you on a night-time journey back to the classic 'smooth FM' sounds of radio days gone by. Join him every weekday evening from 10.05 until 1 the next morning for After Hours with Michael Lance. Listen to the soulful melodies of R&B, soft rock ballads that defined a generation, iconic anthems, and the pop hits that keep our hearts beating in rhythm. Rediscover your favorites and uncover hidden gems, as After Hours gives you the perfect soundtrack to your late-night adventures. So, whether you’re sliding into your comfy chair, grabbing the wheel, or surrendering to the magic of the night, tune in to After Hours with Michael Lance.
 

Get in touch: ah@rthk.hk
 

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Stay with us throughout the night, every night, from 1.05am until dawn, as we slowly wake up with you. Enjoy the non-stop mellow side of the 70s to the 90s at first, with some legendary ballads and soft rock hits, which gently grow in pace, moving you towards the 2000s and a perfect morning mix of happy 'new day' songs by the time the sun comes up.

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