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HAINAN
The Sanya Edition, an oceanfront destination on Hainan is opened
Located in Haitang Bay, the hotel is set within 50 acres of landscaped lush tropical greenery. The hotel was designed for people of all ages, which is a delicate balancing act. The fundamental idea behind this resort was to divide the property into different specialized zones that overlap with each other but simultaneously retain their own unique identities

HUBEI
Greatwall Office Complex ¨C a sustainable commercial development in Wuhan
Greatwall Office Complex is located in the District of Wuchang in Wuhan, representing an important development adjacent to a central communication spine within the eastern district. The project has been awarded a Silver Trophy in the Best Innovative Green Building category at the MIPIM Asia Awards 2016

HONG KONG
MTR South Island Line opens for passenger service
Extending railway network to reach all 18 districts of Hong Kong

WKCDA announces the Palace Museum to establish a new museum in Hong Kong
Expected to be opened in 2022, the HKPM will further strengthen Hong Kong's position as the cultural metropolis. The capital cost of the HKPM will be fully funded by a donation of HK$3.5 billion from the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust

Consent was given for work to start on 10 building projects in October
The Buildings Department approved six building plans in October and Consent was given for work to start on 10 building projects that will provide 112,214 sq m of GFA for domestic use, involving 2,270 units. The Lands Department also announced that a Kai Tak residential site will be sold by public tender in January

Greater PRD meeting focuses on New Trend of Smart Airports
Representatives from the five airports - Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Macau, Shenzhen and Zhuhai shared presentations on smart airports, introducing applications of innovative technologies that have successfully enhanced airport efficiency. Discussion session was conducted for exchanging views on the new trends of smart airports

The largest solar farm in Hong Kong opens
The solar farm at the Siu Ho Wan Sewage Treatment Works of the Drainage Services Department came into operation on December 9, the largest of its kind in Hong Kong

Construction commenced on East Kowloon Cultural Centre
The multipurpose venue will be equipped with facilities suiting the production needs of diverse art forms and groups, including a 1,200-seat multi-function theatre and a 500-seat concert hall. Foundation work has begun and the project is scheduled to open in 2021.

Airport Authority issues invitation to tender for Skycity new hotel development
Skycity is an integrated development of HKIA, which will feature retail complexes, entertainment facilities, dining space, hotels, and office towers in its approximately 25 hectares of land at the north of the airport island

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