( July 9, 2026, 09:26 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Hong Kong is in discussions with mainland Chinese authorities on cross-border autonomous-vehicle shuttle services via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, focusing on regulatory coordination, safety standards, data compliance and cybersecurity as part of efforts to deepen transport integration in southern China. In a statement issued Wednesday, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong added that the government has issued seven pilot licenses covering 63 autonomous vehicles for trials across seven locations as of last month, with the framework incorporating mainland national standards to enhance cross-border compatibility.Statement follows....
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