The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, opened in 2018 as a living symbol of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area integration, took center stage on November 11, 2025, during the men's individual road cycling race at the 15th National Games.
Spanning 55 km of sea crossing and linking Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Macao, the bridge offered a continuous 231.8 km route without slowing down for customs checks between the Chinese mainland and its two special administrative regions. Joint breakthroughs in vehicle and personnel qualifications paved the way for cross-border license plate medical support vehicles and three-region joint command vehicles, ensuring athletes could race without interruption.
Behind the scenes, radio frequency identification (RFID) systems at the Guangdong-Hong Kong and Guangdong-Macao boundaries on the Chinese mainland provided real-time tracking of equipment and personnel. The Guangdong-Hong Kong Joint Laboratory of Marine Infrastructure highlighted its latest operation and maintenance achievements, underlining the bridge's technological strength.
More than a sporting venue, the bridge exemplified how infrastructure can fuel cultural, economic and social exchanges across the Greater Bay Area. From smoother travel to unified emergency response, it has become a blueprint for cross-border cooperation and sustainable development.
For young global citizens, entrepreneurs and change makers, the event showcased a model for future mega-projects: integrate cutting-edge technology, streamline regulations and build bridges – literally and figuratively – between communities. As the Greater Bay Area evolves, the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge stands as proof of the power of seamless regional collaboration.
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Live: Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, hub linking the Greater Bay Area
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