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10. The eastern part  of  the Hong  Kong  waters contain quite a
                   number of coastlines with high ecological value, whereas the
                   western waters have also been limited by large-scale infrastruc-
                   ture projects. In contrast, the central waters has a relatively low
                   ecological value and hence higher potential for development of
                   artificial islands. Apart from the East Lantau Metropolis, south of
                   Cheung Chau is the only area in Hong Kong where large-scale
                   reclamation is  possible. Construction of  an artificial island of
                   more than 2,000 hectares could be considered in the region. If
                   needed, the land so created may be considered for the relocation
                   of the existing logistics services at Kwai Chung Container
                   Terminals and brownfield sites to make room for development.




               11.  The Kwai Chung Container Terminals, together with the
                   surrounding logistics sites, and the government's proposed
                   reclamation of Tsing Yi South have a combined area of nearly
                   1,000 hectares. They are located at the heart of urban areas with
                   well-developed tra c network, and therefore can be considered
                   for residential development of mainly subsidized housing and
                   other purposes to satisfy the socio-economic and livelihood
                   needs. In addition, reclamation in Po Toi Island may be
                   considered for redeployment of government facilities such as
                   existing prisons, while the original land can be used for
                   development of higher valued purposes. Since the coastal waters
                   near Cheung Chau and South Lantau have already been classified
                   as recreational uses, coupled with the high development value of
                   Lamma Island for its proximity to Hong Kong Island, OHKF
                   opposes the classification of the coastal waters of Lamma Island
                   for recreational uses. Together with Tuen Mun, Tseung Kwan O
                   and West Lamma, the above five reclamation sites can provide
                   more than 3,500 hectares of land.




               12.  OHKF believes that development and conservation are not mutually
                   exclusive. Through comprehensive planning that connects environ-
                   mental protection with urban development, it can raise the public
                   awareness towards sustainability and improve living standards.
                   Di erent areas of Hong Kong have di erent development potentials,
                   transport facilities, community facilities, and environmental carrying
                   capacity. Therefore, it is extremely important to devise a development
                   strategy that caters to the geographical di erences of di erent areas.
                   In addition, OHKF recommends the use of advanced reclamation
                   methods to reduce the impact on marine ecology and the rate of
                   subsidence in future reclamation areas, as well as the introduction of
                   eco-coastline at suitable locations in the new reclamation area.












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