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Macau is a former Portuguese colony, and in 1999 it became a special administrative region of China. Its economy relies heavily on tourism, specifically the gambling industry, whose revenue has made Macau the world's largest casino market.
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Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng
Fencing is among the sports contests set to be hosted by Hong Kong for the National Games. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong sports

National Games ticketing to start in August for Hong Kong, 3 months before event

Yeung Tak-keung, head of local coordination office, says city’s ticket sales will start at same time as Macau and mainland China.

Luxury & Gaming

Macau’s closure of satellite casinos to favour licensed resort operators

Hong Kong economy

3 gambling giants to close 11 satellite casinos in Macau amid industry shake-up

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong advocates on why church sex abuse cases take time to surface

Calls made for better guidelines and legislative review after retired pastor arrested in connection with sexual assault of minor in 1990s.

A study based on data from NGO RainLily found that survivors of sexual violence on average waited four years and two months before seeking help. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong tourism sector urged to provide packages, discounts for National Games

Tourism minister Rosanna Law says industry should develop various packages to attract spectators to city in November.

Hong Kong

Blink and you’re in. Macau launching iris scan immigration for Hongkongers this week

Option available to permanent residents who have registered for automated passenger clearance service.

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Business of climate change

EU biodiesel tariffs offer Hong Kong a chance to boost adoption of green fuel

Biodiesel needs more financial incentives to compete with EVs in the city’s decarbonisation efforts, Business Environment Council says.

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Hong Kong’s biodiesel consumption amounted to 7.5 per cent of the city’s annual production of 100,000 tonnes. Photo: Shutterstock
China property

The future of retirement for wealthy Hongkongers could be this Zhuhai community

HN Group’s Serensia Woods, a 135,000-square-metre retirement community, is catering to Hong Kong’s ageing population with flats starting at HK$10 million.

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Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong’s co-hosting of National Games is about much more than sport

It’s also a chance to display Greater Bay Area cooperation and a powerful lesson in civic pride for Hong Kong youth.

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Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Cooperation with new liaison office chief key in challenging times

Appointment of Zhou Ji marks another stage for Hong Kong under the Basic Law and principle of ‘one country, two systems’.

Liaison office Director Zhou Ji visits Kowloon Women’s Organisations Federation Lau Shun Man Fu Cheong Women Service Centre in Sham Shui Po. Photo: Hong Kong Liaison Office
Crime in Hong Kong

Retired Hong Kong pastor arrested for alleged sexual assault of minor in 1990s

Source says man accused of assaulting girl, who was 13 years old at the time, inside church in Sham Shui Po.

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A source has said the assaults are alleged to have taken place at the Hong Kong & Macau Lutheran Living Stone Church in Sham Shui Po. Photo: Google Maps
Taiwan

Taiwan’s latest security measures cut cross-strait travel, prompting pushback

DPP’s reaction to mainland infiltration scandal puts restrictions on low-level officials, with plans to include village heads and teachers.

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Hong Kong society

‘Embarrassing’: how Hong Kong response to bitumen in water supply shows ‘flaws’

Government accused of failing to address livelihood concerns before top Beijing official’s possible visit, as lawmaker questions lack of apology.

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Insurance

Manulife’s local unit to redomicile from Bermuda in November

‘Redomiciling to Hong Kong allows us to better align with the city’s robust financial and regulatory environment,’ CEO says.

Manulife’s logo is displayed atop Lee Garden One in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, on June 29, 2019. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong police

Editorial | Joint police crackdown on cross-border scams delivers swift justice

Hong Kong force joins regional counterparts on new communication platform to intercept proceeds of crime and net hundreds of fraudsters.

Police agencies in Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, the Maldives and Macau investigated 9,268 reports using a direct communication and information-sharing platform called Frontier+. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong politics

Former liaison chief in Hong Kong to assume role in National People’s Congress

Two sources say Zheng Yanxiong, who was replaced by Zhou Ji last Friday, will retain minister rank and be endorsed by Standing Committee this month.

Hong Kong politics

Exclusive | Beijing’s point man overseeing Hong Kong affairs ‘set to visit city in mid-June’

Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, is planning a visit to the city, sources say.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong helps seize HK$157 million in cross-border online scam operation

Seven Asian police agencies also made 1,800 arrests and froze over 32,000 bank accounts with the aid of direct communication platform.

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As part of the joint operation, police agencies in Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, the Maldives and Macau investigated 9,268 reports using a direct communication and information-sharing platform called Frontier+ Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s John Lee cites ‘good understanding’ in meetings with liaison chief

City leader says two meetings with Zhou Ji in three days helped him reflect Hong Kong’s needs to central government and formulate good policies.

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Tourism

Macau’s Galaxy boss: open Hengqin Island to address hotel shortage

Development of the island, which is three times Macau’s size, would boost the economy and its diversification, Francis Lui Yiu-tung says.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s Ngong Ping 360 cable car ride raises prices for first time in 2 years

Price of round-trip rides for children in standard cabin to increase from HK$135 to HK$150.

The Ngong Ping 360 attraction features a 5.7km-cable car system offering a 25-minute journey. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong politics

New liaison office chief in first public appearance with Hong Kong community visit

Recently appointed Zhou Ji, who met John Lee on Saturday, praises work of district councils, neighbourhood committees and community care teams.

Liaison office director Zhou Ji (centre) visits a community centre in Tsing Yi. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s John Lee meets new liaison office chief, vows to pursue fresh growth

Beijing now confident in national security framework and appointment of director Zhou Ji shows priority has shifted to economic development, analysts say.

Hong Kong politics

Beijing appoints a new top representative to Hong Kong

Zheng Yanxiong has been removed as director of liaison office and Zhou Ji, executive deputy director of the top Beijing office for the city’s affairs, has replaced him.

Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong or Singapore? Blackpink’s mainland fans tackle tough ticket questions

Fans of K-pop superstars try to work out how to get their hands on tickets and the cheapest way to see shows in coming ‘Deadline’ tour.

Blackpink will tour North America, Europe and Asia. Photo: Getty Images for Coachella
Art

Macau’s House of Dancing Water returns to City of Dreams

The aquatic spectacular, boasting a cast of 300, has returned to Macau’s City of Dreams after a five-year break.

The House of Dancing Water features a 300-strong cast. Photo: The House of Dancing Water
Hong Kong tourism

Dragon Boat Festival: Hong Kong set for 3.2 million cross-border trips

Nine-day carnival kicks off at Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront on Saturday, coinciding with launch of Hong Kong Intangible Cultural Heritage Month.

Science

China’s mega bridges: build smarter, build higher, build where others won’t dare

Chinese engineering smashes world records while creating some of the world’s longest and most impressive bridges.

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