Sun Yuk-han Rejects Cap on Talent Schemes
RTHK · 2 SOURCESabout 2 hours ago4 MIN
Summary
Labour and Welfare Secretary Sun Yuk-han (孫玉菡) said Hong Kong does not need to impose a numerical ceiling on talent admission schemes, arguing that more talent would broaden the city’s economic prospects. He said applicants who secure visa renewals must have found local employment or started businesses, showing they have established themselves in Hong Kong and are contributing to the economy.
Key Points
- Sun said Hong Kong has attracted many high-calibre people through different talent schemes in recent years, and their successful renewals indicate they have found a foothold locally
- He said talent admitted through employer-led routes and schemes such as the Top Talent Pass can support Hong Kong’s diversified economic development
- According to Sun, more talent means a wider economic outlook for Hong Kong, with the city’s overall economic “pie” expected to grow larger.
- CRHK reported that more than 530,000 people have come to Hong Kong through various talent schemes since 2023
- Speaking at a Hong Kong Talent Engage event, Sun also reviewed a study tour covering Hong Kong, Qianhai in Shenzhen and Nansha in Guangzhou for 20 innovation marathon winners and European Tech Alliance representatives
Why It Matters
The government is framing talent inflows as an economic expansion strategy rather than a quota-managed programme, which points to continued official support for broad admissions if entrants can work or start businesses locally. The remarks also tie Hong Kong’s talent push to Greater Bay Area innovation links and overseas youth outreach, especially in Europe