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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.
Former chief executive Tung Chee-hwa at the Hong Kong Park Sports Centre polling station for a Legislative Council by-election on March 11, 2018. Photo: Dickson Lee
Tung Chee-hwa

Opinion | When Tung became Hong Kong’s first chief executive, there was no handbook

Hong Kong can pay tribute to Tung by bringing the same seriousness, patience and sense of common purpose to its next chapter of development.

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John Lee

Hong Kong marks National Day with fireworks, discounts as Lee hails city’s role

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Mainland China

Watch: Hong Kong holds ceremony and reception on China’s National Day

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Press freedom in Hong Kong

Safeguard the truth and strengthen global reach, John Lee urges Hong Kong media

City leader also calls on journalists to remain alert to ‘hidden dangers’ that could disrupt society.

City leader John Lee (fourth from right) says the media is a transmitter of public opinion during an event celebrating the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Photo: Handout
SCMP publisher Tammy Tam (centre) at the same event on Tuesday. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to close deals with firms from strategic sectors in months: Paul Chan

Finance chief says cross-departmental committee in ‘close discussions’ with several firms over setting up operations in city.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong delays AI copyright law to focus on guidelines first

Government puts legal amendment on hold to draft guidelines balancing creative rights with tech development.

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Hong Kong

Opinion | To understand where Hong Kong is going, start with Tung Chee-hwa

To understand Tung is to understand the historical moment in which he stood; Hong Kong’s post-1997 journey started there.

A painting by Chow Chun-fai depicts the iconic scene of the handover, at Art Basel Hong Kong in 2025. Photo: Eugene Lee
Executive Council of Hong Kong

Exco declarations reveal new roles for ex-lawmakers as minister retains 22 flats

Executive Council’s annually updated declarations of interest shed light on positions taken by several former Legco veterans.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong vows safe Apec meeting with plans for terror and cyberattack threats

Security measures will cover hotels, venues and transport, with contingency plans to respond to terror threats and teams conducting cyber patrols.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong needs social science to help deliver on its 5-year plan

Universities and academics can contribute the evidence needed to turn these commitments into better decisions.

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Workers remove belongings from a demolition site in Kwu Tung on June 17 to make way for developments under the the Northern Metropolis plan. Urban policy research can bring future and existing residents’ expectations into planning and identify problems while there is still time to change course. Photo: AFP
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Macau student trip to Beijing shows ‘fruitful’ patriotic push

Five-day visit by 1,200 students reflects ‘powerful’ synergy in patriotic education efforts, official commentary says.

Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang (front, fifth from left) joins students from Hong Kong and Macau for a group photo. Photo: Xinhua
European Union

Hong Kong rejects EU report’s claims on freedoms as ‘unfounded and biased’

Hong Kong government says the report misrepresents national security laws, ignores protections for rights and applies double standards.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong workforce to shrink by 20,000 yearly as key sectors face shortages

Predicted 2028 shortfall will narrow to 130,000, but key sectors such as aviation, tech, healthcare and construction still face crunch.

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Mainland China

Committee to investigate Hong Kong district councillor’s sex crime conviction

Yuen Long councillor Sei Chun-hing faces sentencing after conviction for sex with 13-year-old girl as committee considers disciplinary sanctions.

Yuen Long district councillor Sei Chun-hing faces sentencing after his conviction for sex with a 13-year-old girl. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong police

John Lee appoints Kelvin Kong head of police’s National Security Department

Force veteran Kong takes over from Andrew Kan as city leader praises his ‘steadfast and courageous’ leadership.

Kelvin Kong (left) takes the oath of office, witnessed by Chief Executive John Lee. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

President Xi Jinping calls on China, US youth to advance bilateral cooperation

In a reply to letter from students from US universities, Xi tells them to ‘shoulder the mission of the times’ ahead of state visit to Washington.

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Tung Chee-hwa

Editorial | Tung’s legacy helps lay foundations for better tomorrows

Hong Kong’s first chief executive will be remembered for his commitment to the ‘one country, two systems’ principle and for ideas that have proved to be visionary.

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Tung Chee-hwa

‘His love for Hong Kong was profound’: Tung Chee-hwa honoured at state funeral

In sombre ceremony, political and business elite pay final tribute to city’s first postcolonial leader, as President Xi sends condolences.

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The coffin with the body of Tung Chee-hwa is carried by Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee (front left pallbearer) and Leung Chun-ying (front right pallbearer), a CPPCC vice-chairman and former city leader, at the Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point on Sunday. Photo: Handout
Tung Chee-hwa

Video | Tung Chee-hwa honoured with state funeral

The funeral followed a vigil held the previous day at the Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point, which drew dozens of political and business heavyweights who paid their respects to the late leader.

United States

US Congress investigates diversion of sensitive F-35 parts to Hong Kong: report

Jet’s canopy among components missing, sparking fears of potential reverse engineering, as city’s authorities decline to comment.

John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan to give firms more long-term certainty: Paul Chan

Finance chief says blueprint’s targets and timelines will help businesses align investment decisions with government goals.

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Construction is under way at the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park at the Lok Ma Chau Loop. Photo: Silvia Siu
Tung Chee-hwa

Xi sends condolences as Hong Kong holds state funeral for Tung Chee-hwa

President Xi Jinping and other top Chinese officials, including Premier Li Qiang, pay tribute after funeral attended by 200 members of city’s establishment and family.

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Tung Chee-hwa is only the third Hongkonger to receive a state funeral since the 1997 handover. Photo: Xinhua
Tung Chee-hwa

Hong Kong’s political, business elite pay final respects to Tung Chee-hwa

Beijing leaders send wreaths ahead of former chief executive’s state funeral as residents stream into community centres to sign condolence books.

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Tung Chee-hwa

Top Hong Kong officials, business leaders mourn Tung Chee-hwa – as it happened

Vigil at Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point attended by city’s top leaders, with state funeral to be held on Sunday.

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John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong leader says firms must strive to survive despite government support

Chief Executive John Lee defends policy address, saying government aid can help but businesses must also adapt in competitive market.

Chief Executive John Lee says the government will support small and medium-sized enterprises, but businesses must find ways to survive in a competitive market. Photo: Karma Lo
Tung Chee-hwa

Patriot dedicated to Hong Kong: business heavyweights remember Tung Chee-hwa

The South China Morning Post shares reflections from people who knew Hong Kong’s first chief executive.

Tung Chee-hwa was the first chief executive of Hong Kong. Photo: C.Y. Yu
Tung Chee-hwa

Friend, leader, mentor: how political veterans remember Tung Chee-hwa

Figures from Hong Kong and beyond reflect on Tung as a friend, city leader and elder statesman.

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Tung Chee-hwa

‘In hard times, your honour shines’: Jack Ma pays tribute to Tung Chee-hwa

Alibaba Group co-founder looks back on his ties to Hong Kong’s first chief executive, spanning business and philanthropy.

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