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Kevin Li
Senior Reporter, Hong Kong
Kevin joined the SCMP in 2026 as a Senior Reporter on the City Desk, specialising in the Hong Kong economy. Previously, he covered business and financial markets for Radio Television Hong Kong and worked in a communications role within the banking industry.
Kevin joined the SCMP in 2026 as a Senior Reporter on the City Desk, specialising in the Hong Kong economy. Previously, he covered business and financial markets for Radio Television Hong Kong and worked in a communications role within the banking industry.
Areas of Expertise:
Hong Kong macroeconomics, regulatory policies, aviationLanguages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
Rare HK$150 billion transfer from the Exchange Fund has sparked fierce debate.
Hong Kong flag carrier’s decision to extend flight suspensions due to war may have only limited financial impact on overall passenger operations, they say.
City’s business leaders also say government should bolster ties with Central Asia and Asean nations to diversify market risks.
Group says diversified network could benefit from higher storage revenue as inventory demand rises amid Strait of Hormuz crisis.
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Activists say city must take different approach to minimising conflict between people and wild animals after two incidents over consecutive days.
They describe convenience of automating life tasks but say AI agent springs surprises, such as bots fighting and asking about existence.
Digital Policy Office points to potential risks of AI agent, including unauthorised data access, leakage and system intrusion.
Previously, residents were topping up their tanks once or twice a month, but they are now making weekly trips, automobile association says.
Sector representative says surcharges ‘a reluctant step’, adding many drivers have fixed daily commitments that must be met.
Access to mainland’s robust market gives Hong Kong the edge over Southeast Asian rival, experts say.
Targeted measures, tax incentives and cross-border partnerships aim to bolster city’s role as a global gold trading and refining hub.
Residents may face higher energy and dining costs as analysts stress the city cannot remain immune to surging oil prices.
Traders grapple with surging oil and freight costs, while flight disruptions compound challenges for Middle East exhibitors in the city.
Tourism minister also reveals 22-year-old ‘A Symphony of Lights’ will be dropped in favour of new offerings.
Experts say committee proposed in the latest budget needs diverse panel of voices and be ‘action-driven’ to adapt to fast-moving industry.
