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Hong Kong politics
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
Former media boss Jimmy Lai in 2020. Photo: AP
Jimmy Lai trial

Jimmy Lai denies approving proposed sanctions against Hong Kong, Beijing

Former media boss says his praise for American lobbyist’s suggestions was only meant as words of encouragement.

Hong Kong courts

New Hong Kong Bar Association chair vows to cultivate more talent for country

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Hong Kong housing

Developers worried over risks in Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis project

Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong police question 2 polling institute workers as part of fugitive probe

The force asked two staff members to help with investigation, after questioning leading pollster and family of fugitive Chung Kim-wah.

Chung Kim-wah moved to the UK in 2022. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Crime in Hong Kong

Thailand assures Hongkongers over safety amid forced labour scams

Thai consulate in Hong Kong says country is working with neighbouring countries to clamp down on scam farms.

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Hong Kong economy

Trump tariffs would be bad news for Hong Kong’s biggest exports to US: experts

It will be a lose-lose situation if the US president goes ahead with threat of 10 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods, experts say.

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Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai admits to urging US to revoke visas of officials’ children

Prosecutors question Lai about his overseas political connections on 31st day of media owner’s verbal testimony in marathon trial.

Jimmy Lai has denied two conspiracy charges of collusion with foreign forces and a third count of conspiracy to print and distribute seditious publications. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong’s ombudsman urges more legal action over public housing abuse

Watchdog finds Housing Authority had prosecution rate of 4.2 per cent last year for cases of public flats being misused.

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US-China relations

Letters | For ‘TikTok refugees’ on RedNote, kindness should be the watchword

Readers discuss social media etiquette, Hong Kong think tanks, abuse of public housing, and a show of Hong Kong professionalism.

Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai denies stirring up trouble on ex-US diplomat’s orders

But Lai says he was eager to engage James Cunningham to help Hong Kong delegation garner US support on extradition bill.

Jimmy Lai has spent 30 days in the witness box. Photo: Sam Tsang
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong may require minimum stay to obtain ‘local student’ university status

Minister says she will take reference from overseas as government responds to claims of talent schemes being abused to secure cheaper tuition.

Students who first received dependant visas or entry permits when they were under 18 years old are considered local under the Joint University Programmes Admissions System (Jupas). Photo: Photo: Handout
John Lee

Hong Kong’s John Lee hoping for ‘positive relations’ with US under Trump

But city leader warns against any attempts to interfere politically in Hong Kong’s political and judicial affairs.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong urged to launch all-in-one app to improve tourist experience

Industry leaders call for more engaging experiences as tourism minister Rosanna Law writes to Post to promote road map.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Editorial | Waste-to-energy plant backs recycling push in Hong Kong

Government insists new Hong Kong facility complements existing strategy and does not signal a shift away from the reduction of rubbish to burning it.

The Environmental Protection Department is building the I·PARK1, Hong Kong’s first waste-to-energy facility for treating municipal solid waste. Photo: ISD
Hong Kong courts

Editorial | Legal eagles make it clear rule of law still reigns in Hong Kong

Despite challenges – and ill-informed naysayers overseas – city remains a bedrock of judicial independence and integrity.

Victor Dawes, chairman of the Hong Kong Bar Association, delivers a speech at the ceremonial opening of the legal year in Hong Kong City Hall on Monday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Hong Kong lawmaker under fire for jabs at ex-politician helping scam victims

Joephy Chan accuses former district councillor Andy Yu of using Southeast Asia scam victim cause to gather support for election bid.

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Hong Kong courts

Recruiting foreigners to Hong Kong’s top court now more complex: chief justice

Andrew Cheung says presence or absence of overseas judges on highest court will not undermine integrity of legal system.

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Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong barristers’ group to keep speaking up on legal issues: Victor Dawes

Outgoing Bar Association chairman also says frank dialogue with Beijing is in Hong Kong’s interest, with body not avoiding critical comments.

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Hong Kong Bar Association chairman Victor Dawes has said there are many ways to communicate with authorities, depending on the issues and their sensitivity. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong national security law

Have faith in Hong Kong’s judiciary, outgoing Bar Association chair urges public

Senior Counsel Victor Dawes also calls on government to be more transparent about national security legislation to assist public understanding.

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Hong Kong housing

60% of Hongkongers in subdivided flats say proposed minimum too small: poll

Society for Community Organisation says government should factor in household size in effort to eradicate substandard homes.

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Hong Kong economy

Davos 2025: Paul Chan to tout Hong Kong’s ‘superconnector’ edge

Finance minister says he will brief political and business leaders from around the world about Hong Kong’s strategies in various areas.

Finance minister Paul Chan leaves for Switzerland on Monday. Photo: Reuters
Press freedom in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s ‘high tolerance’ of diverse views key to city’s success: minister

Justice minister Paul Lam says press freedom and free flow of information are essential to city’s global financial hub status.

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Secretary for Justice Paul Lam (centre, front) attends the Hong Kong News-Expo’s sixth anniversary symposium. Photo: Nora Tam
John Lee

John Lee enjoys view from Hong Kong Island while touring new walkway

Hong Kong’s leader jogs with youngsters and shares dessert with domestic helpers as he inspects new route under Island Eastern Corridor highway.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong must broaden international links, says Beijing’s top man in city

Liaison office director Zheng Yanxiong calls for innovation, while Chief Executive John Lee vows bold steps.

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Jimmy Lai trial

Jimmy Lai paid HK$13 million to former US officials, Hong Kong court hears

Former US general Jack Keane and ex-deputy defence secretary Paul Wolfowitz received money for consultancy services for Taiwanese government.

Friday marked Jimmy Lai’s 28th day of verbal testimony in court. Sketch: Victor Sanjinez
Greater Bay Area

Editorial | Hong Kong should market Greater Bay Area to the world

As the region’s superconnector, city is best placed to explain the incredible opportunities available in the development zone.

Sylvia Wu, a partner in PwC’s tax and business advisory service, speaks during an SCMP China Conference panel session on attracting global capital to the Greater Bay Area. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong economy

Tycoon Kadoorie ‘spearheads US$50 million drive to promote Hong Kong worldwide’

Kadoorie met other tycoons three weeks ago to share his grand plan, source says.

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United States

Joe Biden extends special status for Hongkongers in US for 2 more years

Only Hongkongers present in US when January 15 memorandum released are eligible under programme.

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