The Labour and Welfare Bureau warned in a recent report that Hong Kong could face a shortfall of about 180,000 workers by 2028 if it fails to attract new talent.

Authorities confirmed that the SAR would import 30,000 workers over the next three years in phases, among which 10,000 would be qualified technical professionals, such as plumbers and electricians.

Unlike the top-talent scheme, these groups would not need to have a degree but would be restricted to their specific industry before

becoming eligible for permanent residency.

Is Hong Kong attractive enough? And how can we fill the remaining vacancies?

After 9:45, we speak to a conservationist on calls to enhance sustainable grazing practices to save giant wild pandas.

9:05am-9:45am: Government's labour shortage report

9:05am-9:30am: Robert Sheffield, Managing Director (Greater China), Morgan McKinley

9:05am-9:30am: Kenneth Kwong, Associate Professor in Marketing and Programme Director in the MSc Entrepreneurial Management, Hang Seng University of Hong Kong

9:30am-9:45am: Prof Andy Kwan, Director of the ACE Centre for Business and Economic Research


9:45am-10:00am: Preservation of panda habitats

9:45am-10:00am: Suzanne Gendron, Director of Sage Advice and Retired Executive Director of Zoological Operations and Conservation at Ocean Park