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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.
To expand the scheme, 6,000 composite and residential buildings of seven floors and above across Hong Kong will be authorised to install a smart fire safety system. Photo: Sam Tsang
Traditional fire safety equipment includes fire alarms, hosepipe reels and sprinkler pipes. Photo: Silvia Siu
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong extends smart fire alarm scheme to another 6,000 old buildings

Fire service says no installations have been completed so far although the policy was rolled out over five months ago for 3,600 blocks.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Nearly 1 in 3 unattended dogs captured in Hong Kong euthanised this year

Hong Kong economy

Taiwanese finance minister plans to join Apec meeting in Hong Kong

Hong Kong society

Hongkong Post contract staff to be prioritised for other civil service roles

Civil Service Bureau offers relaxed academic requirements for clerical posts, but union head says measures may still fall short.

Hongkong Post has recorded losses for eight consecutive years, reporting a record deficit of HK$821 million in 2024-25. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
The Legislative Council approved a rescue plan to inject HK$4.6 billion to support Hongkong Post’s operations for the next three years. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
Hong Kong tourism

‘Everyone wants to make history’: revamped Huanggang Port opens to brisk business

Travel agencies launch special tours as retailers welcome more customers at the 24-hour border checkpoint.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong can boost regional prosperity through ‘soft connectivity’: adviser

Hong Kong is transforming itself into the region’s institutional ‘harbour’, a key adviser to the city’s leader tells forum.

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Hong Kong society

Huanggang Port praised for ‘light speed’ checks, but some find layout huge

More than 42,000 travellers use new border-crossing facility by 5pm on first day, as authorities prepare for surge over coming long weekend.

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The Huanggang Port with e-channels in the background. The government said it would consider adopting the streamlined clearance model at other checkpoints. Photo: Karma Lo
Travellers and tour groups head through the gates at the revamped crossing. Photo: Silvia Siu
The new port had handled 2,713 incoming and 2,995 outgoing vehicles by 5pm. Photo: Kit Lai
Hong Kong economy

Selfies, queues and confusion, but Huanggang Port’s wow factor shines through

Motorists using checkpoint said border clearance took longer than expected, while building’s spaciousness and design impressed travellers.

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United States

US can choose to deport Hongkongers under Deferred Enforced Departure scheme

Department of Homeland Security issues warning after Politico report states dozen of city residents under programme had been detained at airports.

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Legislative Council of Hong Kong

Opinion | If Hongkongers’ support for Legco is waning, it isn’t just lawmakers’ fault

Despite Legco having become more efficient, public perception of the legislature isn’t overwhelmingly positive. The administration’s approach hasn’t helped.

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Legislative Council members debate the motion on Hong Kong’s first five-year plan and the motion on the 2026 policy address at the legislature’s chambers on October 7. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong economy

Paul Chan highlights 4 priorities of Apec finance ministers’ meeting this month

Hong Kong finance chief says focus will be on fiscal policies that support livelihoods, digital infrastructure financing, inclusive finance and young talent.

Pedestrians walk past a promotional banner for this year’s Apec meetings. Karma Lo
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Civil servants may face disciplinary action over Tai Po fire if named in report

Civil service chief says she will not rule out launching disciplinary action if any public servants are named in coming investigation report.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Lack of heat plan leaves Hong Kong’s vulnerable residents at risk, experts warn

Extreme heat may have contributed to as many as 3,238 excess deaths in the city over the space of a decade, new research shows.

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Mainland China

Hong Kong lawmakers back 5-year plan as firms urged to align with blueprint

Liaison office chief calls on mainland firms to align themselves with five-year plan and play a greater role in city’s economic development.

Lawmakers held a three-day debate on the five-year plan and the annual policy address Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong national security law

US lawmakers push green card bill for Hongkongers, but observers doubt success

Broad Republican opposition to immigration expansion and tight legislative calendar expected to derail Hong Konger Promise of Refuge Act.

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An American flag is waved outside the White House. The proposal comes amid the Trump administration’s broader immigration crackdown. Photo: AP
Hong Kong society

Girl filmed carrying beer bags to be placed in temporary care with siblings

Welfare assessments find it unsuitable for them to return home following the arrest of their parents on suspicion of child ill-treatment.

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US-China relations

Hong Kong rejects US downgrade to lowest tier in human trafficking report

US cites declining prosecutions and failure to identify victims exploited in Hong Kong; city rejects downgrade as ‘entirely unfounded’.

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Hong Kong economy

Northern Metropolis supply will not hit office sector, development chief says

Incoming supply in the megaproject is primarily for the I&T sector, Bernadette Linn tells lawmakers.

Construction progresses at a site in the Lok Ma Chau Loop. Photo: Silvia Siu
Hong Kong

Why do Hong Kong’s Election Committee polls matter as nominations open?

The South China Morning Post examines who is running, what to watch for and how committee will choose city’s next leader.

Hong Kong society

Registration on both sides of border needed for Huanggang ‘joint clearance’

Around 100,000 travellers a day are expected to use the revamped crossing when operations begin.

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Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation

John Lee promises ‘high-quality’ experience for Apec finance meeting guests

City leader says Beijing is handling attendee registration without confirming whether US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is among the guests.

About 500 guests are expected to attend the annual Apec finance meeting on October 20 and 21. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong

John Lee urges public to tune in to Legco debate on city’s 5-year plan

Hong Kong legislature set to discuss concept and details of city’s first five-year blueprint and latest policy address from Wednesday to Friday.

Chief Executive John Lee says Legco will have an “in-depth” discussion on both blueprints from Wednesday to Friday. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong prepares reforms, accountability measures ahead of Tai Po fire report

City leader John Lee pledges to pursue accountability and implement comprehensive reforms as soon as possible after receiving independent committee’s report.

Hong Kong housing

Abuse concerns over bid to turn subsidised Hong Kong flats into subdivided homes

Home Ownership Scheme flats are deemed a form of social welfare and should not be used for profiteering, lawmaker says.

Education in Hong Kong

Opinion | In Hong Kong, language policy can’t be separated from politics

The nation’s rise makes communicating in Mandarin practical. However, we should have room to respond to the evolving realities around us.

Students at the gate of Good Hope School in 2020. The school has clarified that Cantonese is not forbidden at the institution, after a backlash against since-withdrawn language guidelines for graduation videos. Photo: Xiaomei Chen
Hong Kong society

1,500 Hong Kong residents tour revamped Huanggang Port border crossing

Members of the public learn about public transport arrangements, immigration and customs clearance, and passenger-friendly facilities.

The Huanggang Port crossing is expected to open in October. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Helpers, employers voice concerns over Hong Kong plan to import carers in 2027

Foreign domestic carers will be paid 10 to 20 per cent more than general helpers, labour chief Chris Sun says.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong should review reducing number of Legco seats to cut costs, Rita Fan says

‘A friend of mine always says keeping 90 seats costs a lot more than 60, and I kind of agree with that,’ first post-handover Legco president says.

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