Found an old merge of the Central harbourfront on my computer. I think this was taken in Nov 1995 during my first ever visit. You can see the new piers being built as well as Cosco Tower (I think?) on the right hand side.
Date picture taken
1995 (year is approximate)
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Date of the photo
Phil, late 1995 is a good first estimate. Li Po Chun Chambers (in front of the Cosco Tower) opened in 1995, Cosco Tower in 1998. Regarding the progress of the Cosco Tower construction, 1996 or 1997 would also fit.