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Matthew Cheng
Reporter, City
Matthew joined SCMP in 2025 and covers Hong Kong politics. Prior to joining the Post, he was a reporter at Ming Pao Daily.
Matthew joined SCMP in 2025 and covers Hong Kong politics. Prior to joining the Post, he was a reporter at Ming Pao Daily.
Areas of Expertise:
Hong Kong politics, Hong Kong general news
Languages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
City leader says first five-year blueprint and coming policy address will drive AI-led growth.
Esteemed China Conference series in Kazakh capital will highlight opportunities in fast-growing Central Asia.
Wong was arrested on suspicion of drink-driving, careless driving and failing to stop and report an accident late last month.
Eddie Yue urges city’s banks to safeguard against stock market correction coinciding with geopolitical events triggering inflation anxieties.
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Smoke from an overheating air-conditioning system was seen in aircraft cabin after landing in Hong Kong from India, with no injuries reported.
Sources say Wong’s silence over drink-driving arrest constitutes breach of members’ code related to ‘timely reporting of legal proceedings’.
CUHK associate dean arrested on suspicion of drink-driving, careless driving and failing to stop and report an accident.
City leader also sets priorities for final year of his tenure during handover and party anniversary celebrations.
Economist Lawrence Lau is among three recipients of the Grand Bauhinia Medal, the city’s top honour.
SCMP breaks down what you need to know about proposed overhaul of city’s sexual offences laws that are undergoing one-month public consultation.
Thirty-six administrative officers left in past financial year, up by a third, raising concerns over how ranks of top tier are replenished.
Ingrid Yeung stresses prudent use of public money after some lawmakers say flat 2 per cent pay rise falls short of pay trends, union demands.
Secretary for Security Chris Tang flags ongoing threats amid geopolitical tensions and need to continuously review and refine national security laws.
Security minister tells SCMP it’s up to countries that suspended agreements whether to resume them.
Secretary for security says committee investigating blaze will deliver results in a timely manner and commission of inquiry not needed.
US Consul General Julie Eadeh says recent Xi-Trump summit set a vision for continued dialogue despite challenges.
Chief Executive John Lee is leading a Hong Kong delegation on a three-day trip that includes visits to tech firms and cultural projects.
Residents of two Sheung Shui villages in Hong Kong may convert their entire homes into restaurants, guest houses and shops without making applications.
Ex-leader says city offers environment for companies to tap country’s capital, talent and technology for rapid growth in short time frame.
While authorities cite lack of operational need, politician and analysts say data important for electoral transparency and good governance.
City leader says government to consult public and ‘collect wisdom’ before deciding whether incentive measures should carry on.
Hong Kong leader points to Hetao park as key aspect of project that can convince mainland and global investors to get on board.
Two of four arrested suspects recruited by syndicate through gaming platforms to help run drug packaging and distribution, force says.
Legislative Council subcommittee completes scrutiny of the Safeguarding National Security (Procedural Matters) Regulation.
‘We are well positioned to help Kazakhstan fund high-potential infrastructure and innovation projects. We speak the language of global finance,’ John Lee says.
The SCMP sheds light on the situation in the city and globally, including how to prevent infection.
Unions argue that an across-the-board pay rise of 2 per cent will not offset inflation or reflect overall performance.
Subsidiary legislation which introduces classification mechanism for ‘other offences endangering national security’ is gazetted on Tuesday.
Civil service chief Ingrid Yeung says public sentiment has been factored into all decisions by city’s leader and top decision-making body, including this pay rise.
