Hong Kong Young Writers Anthologies Non-Fiction 2020 | Page 36

Non-Fiction – Group 4
With international companies setting up shop in the region, it is paramount that they
get convenience, economic stability, political stability, and security. Contrary to most
big cities, Hong Kong is among the few where an individual feel secure whenever on
the streets due to the friendly security services. Similarly, a sight of citizen protesting for
their social right is a common sight which alludes to the political independence it enjoys.
Notwithstanding, pollution has been a rising issue leading to the adoption of clean energy
from solar to embracing electric cars. Hong Kong equally has the most sophisticated transit
network that makes a movement with the city convenient.
Emulation of the best Hong Kong Attributes
Emulating attributes of Hong Kong in terms of city planning, housing, and transports
system, the northern part of GBA buzzing scenery is noticeable, revealing its intention
of becoming the world’s economic hub. The two metropolitan cities, which will have
a population of just over 20 million people, provide a unique lifestyle that cannot be
experienced in any other city. Contrary to scenes experience in many cities around the
world where utter disorganisation, pollution, and security concerns are paramount,
boast of top security and organisation. Even though the cities are densely populated, the
metropolitan authorities having analysed aspects from Hong Kong city and suggested
mechanisms and policies ensure the city remains in robust and attractive shape.
GBA’s paramount objective is to develop a self –sustaining model but an affordable city.
Well established manufacturing industries across different sectors create jobs and the needed
commodities to support the day-to-day activities. With a standardised wage rate, citizens
will manage to develop their life around the city. Low-cost housing and transport make
it possible for even regular workers to live just outside the city. Most breath-taking about
the urban areas of GBA is the technological advancement that has been implemented in the
delivery of services to improve people’s convenience and lives. Aspects such as affordable
and reliable transportation, internet and telecommunication will become a norm to GBA in
a bid to attract foreign investment.
Pollution and transportation are always a significant concern when dealing with a big
city. In the case of GBA, the authorities governing the city have suggested mechanisms
to resolve this issue. The adoption of clean-energy sources in transport and daily usage
minimises the level of carbon emission. Electricity use in Cantonesia will be obtained
from hydrothermal and solar sources. With the city adopting an eco-friendly rapid transit
system based on Hong Kong’s transport set up intending to reduce pollution while also
reducing congestion caused by the usage of personal cars (Shapiro, Hassett & Arnold 21).
Aiming to preserve the environment, the region will encourage the use of electric vehicles,
especially within the metropolitan areas. The GBA will allow convenience when dealing
with mobility by developing roads, underground passes, walk-ways, railway networks,
and water canal. An individual wishing to explore further parts of the city will have the
opportunity to use the high-speed train that traverses the whole region. Ultimately, the
transport network will ensure convenience for every person ranging from pedestrians to
regular automobile users. The city has put in place measures and policies that encourage
the development of high capacity building to facilitate housing, especially in the densely
populated urban areas in GBA.
GBA, on its spectrum, can be considered a ‘skyscraper city.’ The authorities provide
baseline housing pricing that ensures citizens fulfill their dreams of owning a home at
219