Hong Kong is divided into 18 districts, which constitute the territory's sole level of administrative subdivision. These districts serve primarily as units for local administration and community engagement rather than as autonomous governing bodies. Each district is overseen by a District Council that advises the government on matters affecting local residents, including community facilities, recreational services, environmental improvements, and cultural activities. The councils also monitor the delivery of government services within their boundaries and facilitate communication between citizens and the central administration. While districts lack legislative powers or independent taxation authority, they play an important role in addressing neighbourhood concerns and implementing local initiatives. The district system helps decentralize certain administrative functions across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories, making government services more accessible to the population.