‘Satisfactory’ opening for revamped Huanggang crossing
The revamped Huanggang Port has officially opened after six years of redevelopment, becoming the first border checkpoint between Hong Kong and mainland China to use a “joint clearance” system for immigration. The facility, which opened at 6.30am on Monday, has replaced the old Huanggang Port in Shenzhen, which served city residents via a shuttle bus ride from the San Tin public transport…
The revamped Huanggang Port, a border checkpoint between Hong Kong and mainland China, officially opened after six years of redevelopment. This facility marks the first to implement a "joint clearance" system for immigration, streamlining the process for both Hong Kong and Shenzhen residents. By integrating immigration procedures within the building, authorities expect clearance times to drop significantly, from 30 minutes to five minutes for foot travelers and from 10 minutes to two minutes for vehicle drivers.
The opening ceremony, attended by senior officials from Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and Guangdong province, highlighted the new infrastructure as a critical milestone in cross-border connectivity. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu emphasized its importance, while Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki reported a "satisfactory" opening, noting the smooth clearance process and clear mobility routes.
Passengers praised the facility's brightness, spaciousness, and ease of navigation, comparing it favorably to the old Huanggang Port, which had been in use since 1989.
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