{
  "id": 14116168,
  "title": "Huanggang all geared for Chung Yeung test: Mable Chan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/huanggang-all-geared-for-chung-yeung-test-mable-chan",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T03:53:05.000Z",
  "source": {
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    "url": "https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1873717-20261013.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan warned on Tuesday that the Huanggang port will not be allowed to slip in its vigilance during its inaugural trial run this weekend during the Chung Yeung Festival. Speaking on a radio programme, she reported that operations at the crossing commenced smoothly on Monday and that additional resources are being mobilized for public transport. Bus and minibus operators have pledged increased manpower, vehicles, and services. Chan emphasized that they will not adopt a lax attitude. The long Chung Yeung Festival holiday is imminent, and contingency plans for high passenger and vehicle flows have been prepared in advance. Shenzhen authorities stated that the refurbished port handled 79,500 passenger trips and 8,000 vehicle trips on its opening day. Outbound traffic consisted of 41,300 passengers while inbound traffic comprised 38,200 passengers. Chan disclosed that approximately 300 mainland captains had already completed their training and assessments under a new program commencing this Friday. Under this initiative, yachts registered in Guangdong will be permitted to enter Hong Kong. The Marine Department has established a real-time monitoring system to track yacht movements and will intensify patrols in areas where yachts are likely to congregate. Chan affirmed that the department is fully prepared and will concentrate on regions where yachts are more likely to congregate.",
  "summary": "Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan said on Tuesday officials will not let their guard down as the new Huanggang port faces its first major test this weekend during the Chung Yeung Festival. Speaking on a radio programme, she said operations at the crossing ran smoothly on its first day of opening on Monday and that extra resources are being arranged for public transport, with bus…",
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        "title": "Huanggang all geared for Chung Yeung test: Mable Chan",
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