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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.
The gala was organised by the Hong Kong Celebrations Association at the Hong Kong Coliseum. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong

Hong Kong can develop further with deeper integration, liaison office chief says

Chief Executive John Lee says government pressing ahead with first five-year development plan ‘at full speed’ to align with national blueprint.

The People’s Liberation Army (PLA)

Hong Kong’s first batches of free PLA ship tour tickets gone within minutes

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | How the Northern Metropolis university town can deliver on innovation

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The People’s Liberation Army (PLA)

2 PLA navy ships to visit Hong Kong for 5-day port call

Residents will get a chance to board destroyer Nanning and frigate Hengyang during visit.

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The guided missile destroyer Nanning is one of two ships that will visit Hong Kong. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong eases licensing criteria for rural guest houses and campsites

Home Affairs Department publishes two guides allowing greater flexibility in building and fire safety requirements to encourage rural tourism.

Civil Service Bureau (HK)

Rise in elite civil servants leaving prompts calls for hiring rethink

Thirty-six administrative officers left in past financial year, up by a third, raising concerns over how ranks of top tier are replenished.

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Hong Kong society

Thousands flock to PLA airbase amid Hong Kong handover celebrations

‘I wanted to see aircraft, which is why I applied to visit Shek Kong barracks. They are bigger than I had imagined,’ visitor says.

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Thousands visit the PLA's Shek Kong barracks to celebrate the 29th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese rule. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong moves to curb flow of high liquid content waste in landfills

Conservationists praise proposal, saying it will protect local waters and coastlines from the risk of toxic leakage.

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Hong Kong

Exclusive | Hong Kong’s own drug regulator pushes ahead with hiring, seeks WHO recognition

Health chief says the city is aiming to approve drugs independently by 2030 as it builds capacity and courts global pharmaceutical companies.

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John Lee

John Lee to begin public consultation on term’s final policy address on Monday

Hong Kong leader also says exercise set to gauge views on city’s first five-year plan, which is due in third quarter.

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John Lee (left) and University Grants Committee chairman Tim Lui (right). Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong national security law

Exclusive | Repentant protesters will be given priority case review, minister says

Secretary for Security Chris Tang flags ongoing threats amid geopolitical tensions and need to continuously review and refine national security laws.

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Riot police make arrests after clashes with anti-government protesters at Polytechnic University on November 18, 2019. Photo: Winson Wong
SCMP Exclusives

Exclusive | Loss of fugitive transfer deals a ‘pity’ and only helps criminals: Chris Tang

Security minister tells SCMP it’s up to countries that suspended agreements whether to resume them.

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Law

Legal Tales | Power of Hong Kong’s new national security regulation must be prudently deployed

The new powers conferred on the chief executive must be exercised in a way that is consistent with rights and freedoms entrenched in the Basic Law.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Exclusive | ‘No limits’ to accountability over Tai Po fire, security chief Chris Tang says

Secretary for security says committee investigating blaze will deliver results in a timely manner and commission of inquiry not needed.

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Secretary for Security Chris Tang. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Exclusive | Hong Kong to reform Medical Council to improve handling of complaints

Proportion of lay members to be increased and time frames for cases made public under amendments headed to Legco in about two weeks, SCMP learns.

According to an insider, the amendment bill will be submitted to the Legislative Council in about two weeks, and authorities began briefing lawmakers and other relevant parties on Wednesday. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong

American envoy in Hong Kong upbeat on US-China ties, aims to engage officials

US Consul General Julie Eadeh says recent Xi-Trump summit set a vision for continued dialogue despite challenges.

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Hong Kong tourism

Exclusive | Competing for tourists? Then Hong Kong must be ‘bigger and better’: Rosanna Law

‘If Hong Kong hopes that our neighbouring cities or competitors can stand still … I think that is unrealistic,’ tourism minister says.

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Mainland China

Opinion | What Hong Kong can learn from mainland cities’ 5-year plans

Amid intensifying international competition, Hong Kong’s alignment with national strategies is a critical path forward.

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People collect copies of the consultation document for Hong Kong’s first five-year blueprint from the Wan Chai District Office on June 15. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong’s new poverty metric blinds government to issue’s sources

While the government lauds its efforts, discarding the income-based poverty line obscures a full accounting of the problem.

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Hong Kong handover anniversary

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

Concerns raised as Hong Kong stops compiling voter turnout data by age and sex

While authorities cite lack of operational need, politician and analysts say data important for electoral transparency and good governance.

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A polling station at Kowloon Park Sports Centre during last December’s Legislative Council election. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | As Hong Kong’s internet cafes enjoy a revival, safety must be a priority

With online gaming hubs offering overnight accommodation, more rigorous regulation of the sector is warranted.

People surf the internet at a cybercafe in Sham Shui Po in December 2018. Internet cafes in Hong Kong are subject to a voluntary code of practice that dates back to 2003. Photo: Winson Wong
Education in Hong Kong

University town framework unlikely to be unveiled before five-year plan released

Government previously planned to publish Northern Metropolis University Town Development Conceptual Framework in the first half of year.

Hong Kong

Chinese embassy in UK denounces jailing of 2 Hongkongers for spying

Embassy slams ‘slander and suppression against Chinese citizens’ after Bill Yuen and Peter Wai sentenced on Thursday to eight and 10 years in prison.

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Hong Kong

Opinion | 10 steps Hong Kong can take to make the most of its 5-year plan

Whether it’s fintech, gold trading or investment migration, Hong Kong has a role in supporting the nation’s 15th five-year plan.

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A member of the public collects a copy of the consultation document for Hong Kong’s first five-year plan from the Wan Chai District Office on June 15. Photo: Karma Lo
United Nations

Opinion | Hong Kong has a chance to think bigger about its place in the world

With international organisations moving away from the West, Hong Kong has an opportunity to go beyond being ‘Asia’s World City’ and become a multilateral hub.

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The International Organisation for Mediation’s Hong Kong headquarters at the site of the old Wan Chai Police Station in Wan Chai on May 30, 2025. Photo: Dickson Lee
Greater Bay Area

Editorial | Hong Kong on the right track in aligning with national goals

The repeated visits of Xia Baolong, Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, reflect the central government’s firm support for the city’s economic development.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s John Lee pledges 10-fold expansion of new university town

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, Xia Baolong, wraps up two-day trip following meetings with officials and visits to key projects.

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