主持人：Azam Khan and Mike Rowse
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On this programme, we checked how the Iran war is impacting Hong Kong. With oil pricing surging, lawmakers have approved a $1.8 billion dollar relief package to help businesses cope with rising fuel costs. Starting later this month, diesel-powered commercial vehicles and vessels will receive a HK$3-per-litre subsidy for a period of two months. We heard from representatives across sectors to get their thoughts on the move.
After the break, we brought you the latest in Formula 1 as Hainan’s local government signalled its intention to bring the race to the southern island, after it unveiled development plans aimed at securing the motorsport’s premier event for the province.
And to wrap up the show, we talked to an engineer as authorities move forward with plans to develop an underground quarry in North Tsing Yi, scheduled for commission in 2028.
9:05am-9:30am: Diesel subsidies
Speakers:
Anthony Lam, Chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong Industries
Willy Lin, Honorary Chairman of the Hong Kong Shippers' Council
Peter Yung, Spokesman of the Hong Kong Taxi and Public Light Bus Association
9:32am-9:47am: Formula 1 in Hainan?
Speaker:
Nick Marsh, former racing driver and team owner
9:47am-10:00am: North Tsing Yi underground quarry
Speaker:
Leung Yat-fai, Spokesperson of the Geotechnical Division of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers
主持人：Azam Khan and Mike Rowse
After the break, we chatted with an executive from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, and learn more about the authority's new road map on modernising the trade finance landscape in Hong Kong.
And finally, we told you all about the International Massage Championship, which will take place at the end of the month at a venue in Kai Tak.
9:05am-9:30am: Construction site smoking penalties
Speakers:
Terence Mang, immediate Past-President of the Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers
Howard Tong, General Affairs Secretary of the Hong Kong Construction Industry Employees General Union
Judith Mackay, Director of the Asian Consultancy on Tobacco Control
9:32am-9:42am: HKMA's trade landscape modernisation plans
Speaker:
Kyle Hung, Head of Financial Market Infrastructure, Hong Kong Monetary Authority
9:42am-10:00am: International Massage Championship
Speakers:
Frank Yan, Founder and President of the China Hong Kong Stretching Association, and person in charge of the International Massage Championship (China-Hong Kong)
Yan Lui, Chairwoman of the China Hong Kong Stretching Association, and Chairwoman of the International Massage Championship (China-Hong Kong)
Regan Chan, Executive President of the China Hong Kong Stretching Association
