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Hong Kong handover anniversary

Hong Kong handover anniversary
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Hong Kong’s Central skyline. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong politics

Where is Hong Kong 29 years after handover?

As Hong Kong marks the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule on July 1, the South China Morning Post talks to the city’s senior officials about the Lee administration’s achievements so far and what may lie ahead.

Hong Kong economy

What deals and discounts are on offer for Hong Kong’s July 1 celebrations?

Hong Kong politics

UK made ‘Armageddon scenario’ plan for mass Hong Kong exodus in handover run-up

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American cinema

How Chinese Box presented the Hong Kong handover from a unique viewpoint

In Wayne Wang’s 1997 drama, the many sides of a city on the brink of change were shown through the camcorder of Jeremy Irons’ English writer.

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Jeremy Irons and Gong Li in a still from Chinese Box, Wayne Wang’s drama that offered a Westerner’s perspective on the 1997 Hong Kong handover from Britain to China.
Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong’s complex social problems demand transparent and collective effort

Readers suggest areas for improvement in the city’s governance, light pollution, and the death of a renowned food critic.

Hong Kong politics

Editorial | With bold reform, Hong Kong can embark on new chapter with confidence

John Lee’s team deserves credit for the work done, but must meet the challenges ahead with ingenuity and grit to finish the job.

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Hong Kong economy

From free rides and museum visits to cheap meals, Hong Kong laps up July 1 deals

Residents and visitors alike soak up free attractions and ferry rides, as well as discounted meals to celebrate 28th handover anniversary.

A parade of about 30 fishing boats along Victoria Harbour drew the crowds. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

10% year-on-year sales boost expected for Hong Kong eateries on handover holiday

Industry leader optimistic about restaurant sales spurred by discount promotions, but some retail outlets still report modest customer numbers.

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John Lee

John Lee vows to be ‘reformer’ as Hong Kong shows benefits of security to world

On handover anniversary, city leader pledges to boost development backed by security, expedite Northern Metropolis project and improve residents’ lives.

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Hong Kong economy

Letters | Hong Kong’s best chapters are still unwritten

Readers discuss the progress Hong Kong has made, the impact of the national security law, and the city’s transport infrastructure.

A man looks out at Victoria Harbour from Tamar Park in Admiralty on May 5. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Hongkongers, visitors enjoy discounts, freebies as city marks July 1 anniversary – as it happened

City is celebrating the 28th anniversary of its return to Chinese sovereignty.

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Spectators gather to watch a fishing boat parade to mark the July 1 anniversary. Photo: Jelly Tse
China’s military

Editorial | A July 1 with much to celebrate for both Hong Kong and the nation

Global recognition of Hong Kong’s recent strides in sectors from finance to education is the fruit of its increasing integration with the mainland.

Hong Kong society

What are Hong Kong’s best deals, discounts for this year’s July 1 celebrations?

Free MTR tickets, Ocean Park discounts and dining deals among the offers available on anniversary of city’s return to Chinese rule.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to mark July 1 anniversary with 71,000 free MTR tickets: John Lee

City leader also says he will bring forward his annual policy address by a month to make way for Legco election on December 7.

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Hong Kong will mark the 28th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule with free MTR tickets, carnivals, flag-raising ceremonies and sports games. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

The giant pandas in Hong Kong before An An and Ke Ke

The latest panda craze is not the city’s first, far from it – Le Le and Ying Ying made their Hong Kong debut in 2007.

In this photo taken in 2009, giant pandas Le Le (left) and Ying Ying (right) are seen chewing on bamboo shoots on their joint fourth birthday at Ocean Park in Hong Kong. Photo: AFP
Taiwan

Editorial | Hong Kong must rise to role in the name of peaceful reunification

Speakers at key Chinese conference in city say benefits of ‘one country, two systems’ are there for Taiwan to see.

Video | Hong Kong marks 27th anniversary of handover

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Hong Kong’s pandas

Hong Kong delegation to head to Sichuan to ensure safe arrival of 2 pandas

Delegation to meet officials, panda experts to discuss procedures as animals will need to undergo quarantine, city leader John Lee says.

Giant panda Ying Ying at Ocean Park. Beijing has gifted an additional pair of pandas to Hong Kong. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Double delight for Hong Kong on 27th anniversary of return to Chinese rule

The central government has given the city not one but two gifts to mark the occasion: a pair of giant pandas; and permits for non-Chinese permanent residents to travel across the border.

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Hong Kong’s pandas

Explainer | Bear necessities: here’s what you need to know about pandas coming to Hong Kong

Beijing is set to give Hong Kong two giant pandas to mark 27th anniversary of city’s return to Chinese sovereignty, echoing moves from 1999 and 2007.

Hong Kong society

Hongkongers capitalise on discounts drive marking July 1 handover anniversary

Post observes thousands taking advantage of free entry to museums, and hundreds watching fishing boat parade along Victoria Harbour.

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Hong Kong marked the 27th handover anniversary with a raft of events, including a fishing boat parade. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Smooth sailing on Lee’s KPIs means little if residents get left behind

Unless the public sees the value of John Lee’s KPIs and relates them to the government improving their lives, they will have little impact.

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Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu speaks during an interview in Admiralty on June 26. Lee has praised his administration for meeting many of the indicators he laid out in his first policy address, though his government has also made some high-profile missteps such as the waste charging scheme. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Permits and pandas: Hong Kong gets 2 gifts to mark July 1 handover anniversary

July 1 celebrations under way; Beijing says Hong Kong’s non-Chinese permanent residents can apply for mainland travel permit valid for 5 years.

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Hong Kong

Home from Home | Hong Kong’s handover: a day of uncertainty, excitement, sadness … and rain

The end of British rule in Hong Kong was greeted with mixed emotions, recalls Cliff Buddle, who reported on the handover for the Post. He explains why he is glad he stayed for another 25 years.

Hong Kong politics

My Take | Hong Kong’s unique features are as vital now as they were in 1997

As the city seeks to move on from recent troubles and meet the challenges ahead, the concept behind “one country, two systems” is the best hope.

The Chinese (R) and Hong Kong (L) flags are seen hoisted at the end of a flag-raising ceremony to mark the 23rd anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover from Britain in Hong Kong on July 1, 2020. - Hong Kong marked the 23rd anniversary of its handover to China on July 1 under the glare of a new national security law imposed by Beijing, with protests banned and the city’s cherished freedoms looking increasingly fragile. (Photo by Anthony WALLACE / AFP)
Hong Kong police

Exclusive | Hong Kong police to deploy 4,000 officers on July 1 amid warning over seditious acts

Sources warn that anyone seen wearing seditious clothing on 27th anniversary of city’s return to Chinese rule could face arrest.

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Officers from elite units will also be on patrol, a source has said. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong economy

Tasty deals for Hong Kong July 1 handover anniversary include HK$7.1 egg tarts

About 2,000 establishments have joined the campaign, slashing prices on pork chop rice, egg tarts and offering special hotel buffets.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to offer discounts as part of July 1 handover anniversary celebrations

City will also offer free museum visits, tram rides and discounted tickets for some attractions on July 1, John Lee says.

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