EEB's response to media enquiries
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The spokesperson said, "The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the General Administration of Customs of China have all along maintained communication on the arrangements for the import of hairy crabs to Hong Kong. The HKSAR Government would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Central Government for assistance in streamlining the import arrangements."
The spokesperson further said that the direct import of hairy crabs from the Mainland to Hong Kong will shorten transit time and reduce operating cost of the trade, as well as offer more choices to the public.
Ends/Friday, October 3, 2025
Issued at HKT 21:55
Issued at HKT 21:55
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