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HK five-year plan 'aimed at growth and serving nation'

Chief Executive John Lee said on Thursday that Hong Kong’s first five-year plan aims to seize opportunities and support national development.

  • Hong Kong's inaugural five-year plan announced by Chief Executive John Lee.
  • Plan aims to capitalize on opportunities and bolster national development.
  • Plan emphasizes "One Country, Two Systems" advantage and national development.

Senate confirms Keith Sonderling as labor secretary

The Senate confirmed Keith Sonderling to lead the Department of Labor on Wednesday, officially installing the nominee who has been leading in an acting capacity since Lori Chavez-DeRemer's exit in…

  • Senate confirms Keith Sonderling as labor secretary.
  • 47 to 41 vote replaces Lori Chavez-DeRemer.
  • Sonderling previously worked in Trump administration roles.

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