As an international talent hub, Hong Kong needs to continuously optimize its talent entry schemes to attract global professionals to develop their careers and stay in Hong Kong long-term. At the Legislative Council meeting on March 18, legislator Michelle Tang Ming-sum raised an inquiry regarding applications for permanent resident status (commonly known as “Hong Kong permanent residency” or “Hong Kong PR”). Secretary for Security of Hong Kong Chris Tang reiterated the current policy framework in his written reply and released the latest application data.