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Beijing lashes out at Western criticism of Hong Kong bounties for 6 activists

Beijing urges US, UK, EU and Canada to ‘immediately stop making groundless accusations and interfering in the affairs of Hong Kong and China’.

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Hong Kong slams US report alleging ‘repressive policies’ against dissidents

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‘One country, two systems’ belongs to world, not just to China: Xi Jinping

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Xi’s speech tasks Macau and Hong Kong with ‘one country, two systems’ mission

Both cities should take greater advantage of governing principle and convince world of its global appeal, president says at leader’s inauguration.

Chinese President Xi Jinping (front right), Macau Chief Executive Sam Hou-fai (front left) and first lady Peng Liyuan (back right) at the inauguration ceremony in Macau. Photo: Eugene Lee
Chinese President Xi Jinping (front right), Macau Chief Executive Sam Hou-fai (front left) and first lady Peng Liyuan (back right) at the inauguration ceremony in Macau. Photo: Eugene Lee

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Xi Jinping stresses projects in Hengqin zone must align with Beijing policies

Central government developing Hengqin to promote diversification of Macau’s economy and give convenience to residents, president says at inauguration of city’s new leader.

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Xi Jinping lays out 3 expectations for Macau as new leader set to take reins

President urges city to embrace reforms, attract a broad pool of talent and increase its presence on the global stage.

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Too early to think about retirement, president of Hong Kong’s legislature says

Andrew Leung notes current lawmakers passed nearly 50 per cent more bills than their predecessors did.

President of the Legislative Council Andrew Leung has said every lawmaker would be focused on the remaining year of their term, and the future would be considered at an appropriate time. Photo: May Tse
President of the Legislative Council Andrew Leung has said every lawmaker would be focused on the remaining year of their term, and the future would be considered at an appropriate time. Photo: May Tse

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Xi Jinping tells Hong Kong leader country has ‘very high expectations’

Pair meet for second time in a week as John Lee travels to Macau for celebrations marking 25th anniversary of return to Chinese administration.

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Hong Kong shelves plan to use ‘smart ballot boxes’ for elections

Legco welcomes government’s decision to heed concerns raised by lawmakers that machines would undermine privacy and vote secrecy.

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Macau

Macau ‘gradually unleashing deep potential’ in push for better future: Xi

President and his wife Peng Liyuan arrive in Macau on visit to mark 25th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese administration.

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President Xi Jinping (centre) and his wife Peng Liyuan arrive in Macau on Thursday. Photo: Eugene Lee

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Hong Kong’s John Lee to lead delegation to Macau for anniversary celebrations

Gaming hub prepares for visit by President Xi Jinping, who will inaugurate Macau’s new leader Sam Hou-fai on Friday.

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Visitors on the walkway leading to Kun Iam Ecumenical Centre in Macau. Photo: AFP
Visitors on the walkway leading to Kun Iam Ecumenical Centre in Macau. Photo: AFP

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Lawyer group has ‘frank’ talk with Beijing about Hong Kong post-Article 23

Bar Association speaks with officials from Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office about areas of concern among general public, legal sector.

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‘Treat them nicely,’ John Lee tells Hongkongers amid rise in mainland tourists

City leader also promises smooth border crossing for mainland Chinese tourists ahead of Christmas holiday.

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Hong Kong lawmakers raise privacy concerns over ‘smart ballot boxes’ for elections

Government aims to introduce technology that would check ballots as they are submitted and sound alarm if any irregularity is found.

Electoral Affairs Commission chairman Mr Justice David Lok Kai-hong visits a mock polling station for the district council election in 2023. Photo: Robert Ng

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Innovation, fostering unity among top tasks for Hong Kong’s John Lee: observers

Chief Executive John Lee ends duty visit to Beijing on Saturday after meeting President Xi Jinping the previous day.

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The city leader has pledged to lead Hong Kong in pursuing reforms and deepening integration with mainland China. Photo: May Tse
The city leader has pledged to lead Hong Kong in pursuing reforms and deepening integration with mainland China. Photo: May Tse

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2 men linked to Hong Kong trade office case deny spying charges in UK

Trial of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office’s Bill Yuen and UK Border Force officer Peter Wai set to start in March of next year.

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Xi Jinping pledges full support for Hong Kong’s John Lee to reform economy

Lee later says he briefed the president on the city’s budget deficit, pledging to spend three to five years to balance the books with ‘a series of strategies’.

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Hong Kong’s John Lee urges Beijing-based firms to take lead on integration

Chief Executive John Lee met 15 Hong Kong business representatives during his duty visit to capital.

John Lee (standing) meets members of the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China during his visit to Beijing. Photo: Handout
John Lee (standing) meets members of the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China during his visit to Beijing. Photo: Handout

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Hong Kong leader departs for Beijing duty visit, set to brief Xi Jinping on Friday

Sources say John Lee to meet Beijing-based Hong Kong business leaders on Thursday, a day before briefing Xi on city’s development.

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Washington slams China’s visa curbs on US officials over Hong Kong interference

‘We condemn retaliatory actions by the People’s Republic of China against US officials,’ America’s Department of State says.

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Beijing to slap visa curbs on US officials for ‘behaving poorly’ on Hong Kong

Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning says Beijing has stated its position to the US.

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Beijing has urged the US to respect the nation’s sovereignty. Photo: AP
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