Hong Kong's villages face demolition for Silicon Valley project

In Hong Kong, Chan Yuk-tong's village is set to be demolished for the Northern Metropolis project, which aims to transform a significant portion of the territory into a technological hub. This initiative, announced in 2021, is expected to create 650,000 jobs for 2.5 million residents. Environmental groups have raised concerns about the potential ecological impact and the displacement of at least 25 villages.

Hong Kong's villages face demolition for Silicon Valley project
Published Sep 13, 2026
Mestios Reporter

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