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Latest news, analysis and opinion on politics in Hong Kong, covering the Legislative Council, John Lee, pro-establishment and opposition camps, protests, the national security law and the government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
Six more activists have been added to the list of people wanted for allegedly violating the national security law. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong national security law

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’.

Hong Kong's national security law

Hong Kong police place HK$1 million bounties on 6 more activists

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Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong needs these laws to close child protection loopholes

Hong Kong courts

Editorial | Hong Kong barristers’ exchanges with Beijing are vital

Latest visit to capital saw ‘frank’ talks on new national security laws, impact of any US sanctions on Hong Kong lawyers and judges, more.

The election of Victor Dawes thawed the relationship between The Hong Kong Bar Association and Beijing. Photo: Xiaomei Chen
Hong Kong

Editorial | Defeat of ‘smart ballot boxes’ move a win for Hong Kong legislative process

System that sounds alert on voting papers not properly marked fails to impress Hong Kong lawmakers who stand by secret ballots.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong may drop plan to use hydrogen-powered light rail trains: lawmakers

MTR Corp faces double whammy of restrictive safety rules and need to adapt light rail platforms, pair of lawmakers say.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong should open third medical school sooner amid Sino-US tensions: expert

Former head of Hospital Authority Anthony Wu says new institution must embrace technology and prepare to train talent soon.

The Ngau Tam Mei site in the Northern Metropolis, with land reserved for Hong Kong’s third medical school. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis MOU a ‘general expression’ of support: minister

Bernadette Linn says non-binding deal to support megaproject does not require commitments for formal tenders.

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Hong Kong economy

Xi’s vision for Macau, Hong Kong boon to confidence amid geopolitics: Paul Chan

Hong Kong’s finance chief says president’s speech at inauguration of new Macau administration sums up ‘one country, two systems’.

Hong Kong

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

Annual report of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China also calls on Washington to sanction city officials.

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The dome of the U.S. Capitol in Washington. Photo: Getty Images via AFP
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong will not restore land-sale scheme axed in 2013, development chief says

Mechanism allowed developers to apply for sites listed by the government and offer a minimum price, triggering a public auction or tender.

Hong Kong’s property market has been struggling. Photo: Sam Tsang
Macau

Editorial | Xi tells Macau it shares national development responsibility with HK

Stability and prosperity stressed as former Portuguese city marks 25th anniversary of return to China and inaugurates new leader.

Macau

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

At Macau inauguration ceremony, president says values of peace, tolerance, openness and sharing are enshrined in the governing principle and deserve to be safeguarded.

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Macau

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
Macau

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.

The Macau Tower and Hengqing in the distance. Photo: Xinhua
Macau

Xi lays out 4 demands for Macau, Hong Kong to keep prospering – as it happened

Chinese president says Macau and Hong Kong must maintain ‘one country, two systems’ principle for long time.

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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.

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Macau

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 leader John Lee (left) and Chinese President Xi Jinping meet on Thursday. Photo: Xinhua
Macau

Xi Jinping urges Macau to avoid complacency, attract talent and take global role

Chinese president lays out ‘three expectations’ for city with ‘embracing a broader vision’ at top of list.

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Hong Kong

Editorial | Cooperate to tackle Hong Kong money laundering

US allegations against Hong Kong are not only misguided but also counterproductive to battling a crime that recognises no borders.

Legislative Council of Hong Kong

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.

Visitors at Hong Kong’s Electoral Information Centre during its open day in September this year. Photo: Sam Tsang
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
Hong Kong's national security law

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.

Education in Hong Kong

Letters | Hong Kong mustn’t rush to establish a third medical school

Readers discuss the risks of starting another medical school, officials’ job performance, the quality of life in the city, and esteem for Jesus Christ.

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
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | The problem with Hong Kong officials’ rising salaries

We are facing bleak times, and the government has a perception problem. Will top officials take a pay cut, as previous administrations did?

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A woman walks past a real estate agency in Tai Koo featuring properties where prices have been slashed, on July 24. Photo: Eugene Lee
My Take

My Take | YouTuber rounded on the Hong Kong government, then apologised

Pro-Beijing commentator who goes by the pseudonym ‘Wah Kee’ should have the courage of his convictions when it comes to criticising officials.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hongkongers in England, Wales extend record birth numbers under BN(O) scheme

Hongkongers had 2,129 babies last year in England and Wales, even as birth numbers hit nearly 50-year low in their new homes.

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