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Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Hong Kong budget 2026-27: what’s holding back the city’s tech and talent schemes?

Finance chief’s blueprint seen as gauge for officials’ ‘reform mindset’ following Beijing’s 15th five-year plan recommendations.

Hong Kong politics

Protect Hongkongers in Japan, authorities urge Tokyo after tourist attacked

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Singapore

Hong Kong’s sports minister regrets comments about coach of local football team

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John Lee

‘Move with agility, steadiness’ in Year of the Horse, John Lee tells Hongkongers

In his Lunar New Year message, city leader describes the horse as an animal that ‘boldly charges ahead’, a symbol of ‘speed and stamina’.

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City leader John Lee and his wife, Janet Lee, lead a horse on a stroll in their Lunar New Year video message. Photo: ISD
City leader John Lee and his wife, Janet Lee, lead a horse on a stroll in their Lunar New Year video message. Photo: ISD
Hong Kong politics

Beijing slams US, UK, Australia and EU over Jimmy Lai sentencing remarks

Commissioner’s office says it summoned representatives from the countries and bloc in Hong Kong to voice ‘strong dissatisfaction’.

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Hong Kong politics

Protecting national security seen as key to Hong Kong’s stability

City leader hosts meeting of 150 officials, advisers, lawmakers and experts on State Council’s white paper on local affairs.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to soon unveil rehousing plans for Wang Fuk Court residents: city leader

Government must overcome three major challenges, including dealing with insurance issues tied to property rights and potential legal disputes, John Lee says.

John Lee visits residents displaced by the Wang Fuk Court fire temporarily staying in a youth hostel in Kai Tak. Photo: Elson Li
John Lee visits residents displaced by the Wang Fuk Court fire temporarily staying in a youth hostel in Kai Tak. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

CK Hutchison pursues ‘all legal options’ on Panama ports, invites consultations

Conglomerate says authorities have ‘advanced steps towards a forced exit’ of Panama Ports Company (PPC) and are preparing to transition port operations.

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Hong Kong politics

HK$20 vs HK$200: how Hong Kong’s Christine Fong underspent rivals in Legco race

Election spending declarations by 32 candidates reveal huge spending gap, from HK$20 to more than HK$200 a vote.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong to recruit 2 civil service directors with ‘political acumen’

Authorities launch unprecedented open recruitment for environmental hygiene and information services directors.

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Government headquarters at Tamar. Photo: Jelly Tse
BN(O) passport

China’s UK embassy slams BN(O) expansion for ‘manipulating’ Jimmy Lai case

Embassy spokesman condemns ‘malicious’ move to expand migration pathway and accuses Britain of interfering in China’s domestic affairs.

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Hongkongers born between 1979 and 1997 whose parents did not apply to the BN(O) scheme on their behalf before the handover are now eligible. Photo: Fung Chang
Hongkongers born between 1979 and 1997 whose parents did not apply to the BN(O) scheme on their behalf before the handover are now eligible. Photo: Fung Chang
Hong Kong politics

Ports row prompts Hong Kong investors to reassess stakes in Panama: John Lee

City leader also says Hong Kong government fully supports Beijing’s intention to safeguard rights of Chinese enterprises.

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Hong Kong politics

Struggle for national security an ‘enduring task’ for Hong Kong, Beijing says

John Lee says white paper issued by State Council serves as a stern warning to ‘traitors who betrayed the country and Hong Kong’.

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Hong Kong politics

UK expands BN(O) scheme to more Hongkongers following Jimmy Lai sentencing

Britain’s Home Office says those under 18 during 1997 handover to China will be eligible to apply for scheme.

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People walk past skyscrapers and office buildings in London. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong politics

Are Hong Kong lawmakers also to blame over seat belt law blunder?

Government’s flip-flopping on mandatory seat belts aboard buses is wake-up call for legislators to scrutinise bills more rigorously, experts say.

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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee (front centre) with the latest cohort of lawmakers at the Legislative Council building on January 1. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee (front centre) with the latest cohort of lawmakers at the Legislative Council building on January 1. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

CK Hutchison set for hard fight to secure Panama port deal compensation: experts

Subsidiary has requested arbitration after Panamanian authorities voided concession contract but securing damages may be difficult, they warn.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong district councillor warned after parking illegally in fire exit lane

Chau Kit-ying reminded verbally and in writing to act in accordance with public expectations of district councillors, minister says.

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Hong Kong politics

What’s behind plan to adopt multi-operator model for Panama Canal ports?

Panamanian president reportedly vowed his country will ‘never again’ grant concession contracts to run terminals to single company.

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The Port of Balboa, one of two terminals at either end of the Panama Canal controlled by Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison. Photo: EPA
The Port of Balboa, one of two terminals at either end of the Panama Canal controlled by Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison. Photo: EPA
US-China trade war

US Treasury chief warns of China’s push for digital asset dominance

Scott Bessent tells senators the US must pass the Clarity Act to counter Hong Kong’s ‘sandbox’ and maintain global financial leadership.

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Hong Kong politics

Japan’s consulate in Hong Kong marks emperor’s birthday, but city officials absent

Envoy remarks on absence of traditional ‘guest of honour’ from city government, amid tensions between Tokyo and Beijing.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong urged to focus on economic progress, align with national development

Liaison office chief Zhou Ji also calls on the city to strengthen executive-led governance model.

Liaison office director Zhou Ji (left) with Chief Executive John Lee at the Lunar New Year reception. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

CK Hutchison takes Panama to arbitration after court voids canal port rights

Move comes after Beijing called ruling self-sabotaging and warned Panama would pay heavy political and economic price.

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Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings has said it has launched arbitration proceedings to challenge the Panamanian court ruling. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings has said it has launched arbitration proceedings to challenge the Panamanian court ruling. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong to formulate first 5-year plan to align with national blueprint

Task force led by Chief Executive John Lee will formulate plan, which one expert says signals greater government role in city’s development.

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Hong Kong transport

Failures on 2 fronts led to Hong Kong’s seat belt U-turn, experts say

Officials and lawmakers have to put themselves in the public’s shoes when formulating policies, political observers say.

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Hong Kong politics

‘Outcomes, not output’: Exco held 25% fewer meetings over John Lee’s tenure so far

Figures show advisory body convened 119 meetings and discussed 602 items over first 3½ years of Chief Executive John Lee’s tenure.

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The Executive Council’s purpose is to assist the chief executive in policymaking. Photo: Elson Li
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