We Can Handle Two Massive Projects At Once, Says Govt

Development Secretary Michael Wong on Monday dismissed concerns that officials are biting off more than they can chew by undertaking two massive projects, the Northern Metropolis and Lantau Tomorrow Vision, at the same time.

At a Legco panel meeting, New People's Party legislator Regina Ip asked whether the government is capable of doing this, saying it could lead to an increase in labour and construction costs, as well as delays.

"Please be frank secretary. Do you think you can cope with it? Don't be bureaucratic," she said.

Wong told the legislature: "We have the financial position and our sector has the capacity. We are able to deal with that amount of works."

Councillors also asked if the government will consider relocating the Kwai Chung container terminals, to free up the site for other development.

Wong said the administration has no such plan, but a preliminary study is planned on turning Cheung Chau South into a container terminal.