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Regina Ip

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24 Feb 1950

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Tianjin Liaison Unit director Ricky Cheng. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong official fired, faces criminal probe following online ‘perks’ posts

Ricky Cheng’s trip to Macau suspected of breaching provisions under Prevention of Bribery Ordinance regarding civil servants, government says.

22 Jan 2026 - 8:50PMvideocam

Social media

Letters | To kick our social media habit, let’s start with the adults

24 Dec 2025 - 11:30AM

Legislative Council election 2025

3 serving lawmakers make urgent appeals in Hong Kong Island West

8 Dec 2025 - 2:53AM

Video | From reviled to beloved: Regina Ip’s 50 years in public service

After staging a remarkable political comeback in the 2000s, Ip has earned respect for her dedication and policy experience that few can match.

23 Nov 2025 - 9:00AM

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Hong Kong politics

Exclusive | Hong Kong comeback queen Regina Ip reflects on 50-year career in public service

After bringing a 17-year stint as a lawmaker to a close, Regina Ip also reveals her behind-the-scenes struggles that led to her decision.

25 Nov 2025 - 6:17PMvideocam

Legislative Council election 2025

Hong Kong democracy is ‘precious gift’ from Beijing, Regina Ip says

Veteran politician urges public to cast ballots on December 7, notes Hongkongers unable to get involved in Legco under British governors.

18 Nov 2025 - 8:47PM

Legislative Council election 2025

Surprises in Hong Kong Legco election nominations as tycoons back unions

Business and trade union leaders in a show of cross-sector support for coming election.

8 Nov 2025 - 1:40PM

The Legislative Council election nomination period closed on Thursday. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong politics

As I see it | Turnover among Hong Kong legislators should not be surprising

The revamped electoral system is designed to attract patriotic but also professional people to Legco. Beijing has zero reason to interfere with the coming election.

5 Nov 2025 - 9:30AM

Hong Kong politics

As I see it | Regina Ip: flawed, relatable and a true Hong Kong public servant

After staging a remarkable political comeback in the 2000s, she has earned respect for her dedication and policy experience that few can match.

29 Oct 2025 - 9:30AMvideocam

Hong Kong politics

No ‘Beijing’s blessing’ or special treatment in Hong Kong election, office says

Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office says younger, more professional and innovative lawmakers will be elected.

17 Oct 2025 - 11:03PM

The Legislative Council election will be held on December 7. Photo: Karma Lo

Hong Kong politics

‘Urgent matter’ stopped me voting on same-sex rights bill: Hong Kong’s Stanley Ng

Ng was the only lawmaker also sitting on Executive Council who failed to attend vote for Registration of Same-sex Partnerships Bill.

12 Sep 2025 - 9:20AMvideocam

Last month, the lawmaker (pictured) apologised to the city’s constitutional affairs minister after slamming his “annoying” attempts to gather support for the bill. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong lawmakers vote down bill recognising same-sex partnerships

71 of 87 lawmakers vote against legislation despite landmark court ruling.

11 Sep 2025 - 4:07PMvideocam

Hong Kong society

Supporters of Hong Kong’s Regina Ip celebrate birthday in ‘Ip Lau Bay’

Veteran lawmaker thanks attendees for ‘heart-melting support’ after gathering held at popular Causeway Bay site for fan-led birthday tributes.

24 Aug 2025 - 9:30PM

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong authorities have ‘ongoing legal duty’ to fulfil same-sex couples ruling

Government earlier proposed legislation related to same-sex couples in response to 2023 court ruling, but faces strong Legco opposition.

23 Jul 2025 - 7:52PM

The proposal is the government’s answer to a 2023 ruling from the Court of Final Appeal, which gave authorities two years to draw up laws setting out “core rights” for same-sex couples, but did not outline what they might be. Photo: Getty Images

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong should tap space economy, attract more top-end gatherings: Regina Ip

Ip’s party also calls for fund to train musicians for overseas competitions and salary tax exemptions for mums with two or more children.

3 Jul 2025 - 12:57AM

Lawmaker Regina Ip’s party has made submissions to Chief Executive John Lee ahead of his third policy address. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong’s new bounce, 5 years post-national security law

There are signs that the city has bounced back, but worsening US-China tensions keep storm clouds lingering.

27 Jun 2025 - 8:04AM

Hong Kong science and tech

Can space become Hong Kong’s new frontier industry? Experts think so

Experts raise suggestion at Global Prosperity Summit and call on city to act as ‘superconnector’ for building consensus on industry rules.

21 May 2025 - 7:11AM

Hong Kong national security law

Hongkongers must obey orders on photography at 6 ‘prohibited places’: officials

Officials explain what residents can and can’t do when taking photos or approaching locations that are part of Beijing’s national security office.

15 May 2025 - 10:29PM

People walk past the Island Pacific Hotel in Sai Ying Pun, one of the six “prohibited places” under subsidiary legislation to the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong firms should step up ties abroad to tackle Western bias: Regina Ip

Exco convenor says non-government efforts can help build trust and in turn influence officials and politicians overseas amid US-China tensions.

9 May 2025 - 9:08PM

Education in Hong Kong

21 Hong Kong teachers punished for improper conduct with students, a 5-year high

Authorities struck off 10 of the 21 teachers last year, while the others received advisory, warning and reprimand letters.

6 May 2025 - 8:10PM

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong schools slammed for poor performance despite getting more resources

Lawmaker and government adviser Regina Ip also calls for authorities to set KPIs to track cost-effectiveness of resource allocation to schools.

2 May 2025 - 7:17PM

Lawmakers are calling for authorities to better monitor the performance of local schools. Photo: Getty Images

Hong Kong economy

Lawmakers push for ‘Monaco-style’ marina in Hong Kong’s Hung Hom development

Suggestions for ‘world-class’ yacht berthing facility include incorporating luxury properties to attract high-end tourists and investors.

29 Apr 2025 - 10:26PM

An artist’s impression of the government’s preliminary proposal for the Hung Hom harbourfront, which includes constructing a “world-class” yacht berthing facility to accommodate up to 200 vessels. Photo: SCMP

Hong Kong economy

US business sector also ‘victim’ of Trump tariff war: Hong Kong’s Regina Ip

Top government adviser says city must distinguish between the US administration and business sector as tariff turmoil persists.

16 Apr 2025 - 5:55PM

Hong Kong politics

No need to merge Hong Kong’s RTHK with government press department: minister

Commerce chief Algernon Yau rejects suggestion, says two bodies ‘have different requirements in the nature of work, skills and experience’.

3 Apr 2025 - 12:33PM

Hong Kong budget 2025-26

Explainer | Budget 2025: how public servant pay cuts will impact you and Hong Kong’s finances

The Post examines whether reducing or freezing salaries of 173,000 government employees will help Hong Kong’s fiscal health.

24 Feb 2025 - 10:00AM

Central Government Offices in Tamar. In 2023-24, about HK$94.54 billion, or 60.5 per cent of staff expenditure, went towards paying salaries and allowances. Photo: Sun Yeung

Hong Kong economy

Regina Ip’s party proposes higher traffic fines to cut Hong Kong deficit

New People’s Party also suggests freezing civil service salaries and suspending recruitment for six months.

15 Jan 2025 - 4:51PM

A Hong Kong party has proposed an increase in traffic fines to help cut the deficit. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | The problem with Hong Kong officials’ rising salaries

We are facing bleak times, and the government has a perception problem. Will top officials take a pay cut, as previous administrations did?

16 Dec 2024 - 10:18AMvideocam

Hong Kong society

Top Hong Kong political adviser Regina Ip calls on Israelis to move to city

Regina Ip urges Israelis wanting safe place to live and raise children to move to Hong Kong, prompting consulate to defend country’s values.

3 Oct 2024 - 11:14PM

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Hong Kong official fired, faces criminal probe following online ‘perks’ posts

Ricky Cheng’s trip to Macau suspected of breaching provisions under Prevention of Bribery Ordinance regarding civil servants, government says.

.css-sioo19{color:#c79a00;}Letters | To kick our social media habit, let’s start with the adults

3 serving lawmakers make urgent appeals in Hong Kong Island West

.css-rcruog{color:#C79A00;}Video | From reviled to beloved: Regina Ip’s 50 years in public service

After staging a remarkable political comeback in the 2000s, Ip has earned respect for her dedication and policy experience that few can match.

Exclusive | Hong Kong comeback queen Regina Ip reflects on 50-year career in public service

After bringing a 17-year stint as a lawmaker to a close, Regina Ip also reveals her behind-the-scenes struggles that led to her decision.

Hong Kong democracy is ‘precious gift’ from Beijing, Regina Ip says

Veteran politician urges public to cast ballots on December 7, notes Hongkongers unable to get involved in Legco under British governors.

Surprises in Hong Kong Legco election nominations as tycoons back unions

Business and trade union leaders in a show of cross-sector support for coming election.

.css-1m2rp1p{color:#34b8b5;}As I see it | Turnover among Hong Kong legislators should not be surprising

The revamped electoral system is designed to attract patriotic but also professional people to Legco. Beijing has zero reason to interfere with the coming election.

As I see it | Regina Ip: flawed, relatable and a true Hong Kong public servant

After staging a remarkable political comeback in the 2000s, she has earned respect for her dedication and policy experience that few can match.

No ‘Beijing’s blessing’ or special treatment in Hong Kong election, office says

Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office says younger, more professional and innovative lawmakers will be elected.

‘Urgent matter’ stopped me voting on same-sex rights bill: Hong Kong’s Stanley Ng

Ng was the only lawmaker also sitting on Executive Council who failed to attend vote for Registration of Same-sex Partnerships Bill.

Hong Kong lawmakers vote down bill recognising same-sex partnerships

71 of 87 lawmakers vote against legislation despite landmark court ruling.

Supporters of Hong Kong’s Regina Ip celebrate birthday in ‘Ip Lau Bay’

Veteran lawmaker thanks attendees for ‘heart-melting support’ after gathering held at popular Causeway Bay site for fan-led birthday tributes.

Hong Kong authorities have ‘ongoing legal duty’ to fulfil same-sex couples ruling

Government earlier proposed legislation related to same-sex couples in response to 2023 court ruling, but faces strong Legco opposition.

Hong Kong should tap space economy, attract more top-end gatherings: Regina Ip

Ip’s party also calls for fund to train musicians for overseas competitions and salary tax exemptions for mums with two or more children.

Hong Kong’s new bounce, 5 years post-national security law

There are signs that the city has bounced back, but worsening US-China tensions keep storm clouds lingering.

Can space become Hong Kong’s new frontier industry? Experts think so

Experts raise suggestion at Global Prosperity Summit and call on city to act as ‘superconnector’ for building consensus on industry rules.

Hongkongers must obey orders on photography at 6 ‘prohibited places’: officials

Officials explain what residents can and can’t do when taking photos or approaching locations that are part of Beijing’s national security office.

Hong Kong firms should step up ties abroad to tackle Western bias: Regina Ip

Exco convenor says non-government efforts can help build trust and in turn influence officials and politicians overseas amid US-China tensions.

21 Hong Kong teachers punished for improper conduct with students, a 5-year high

Authorities struck off 10 of the 21 teachers last year, while the others received advisory, warning and reprimand letters.

Hong Kong schools slammed for poor performance despite getting more resources

Lawmaker and government adviser Regina Ip also calls for authorities to set KPIs to track cost-effectiveness of resource allocation to schools.

Lawmakers push for ‘Monaco-style’ marina in Hong Kong’s Hung Hom development

Suggestions for ‘world-class’ yacht berthing facility include incorporating luxury properties to attract high-end tourists and investors.

US business sector also ‘victim’ of Trump tariff war: Hong Kong’s Regina Ip

Top government adviser says city must distinguish between the US administration and business sector as tariff turmoil persists.

No need to merge Hong Kong’s RTHK with government press department: minister

Commerce chief Algernon Yau rejects suggestion, says two bodies ‘have different requirements in the nature of work, skills and experience’.

Explainer | Budget 2025: how public servant pay cuts will impact you and Hong Kong’s finances

The Post examines whether reducing or freezing salaries of 173,000 government employees will help Hong Kong’s fiscal health.

Regina Ip’s party proposes higher traffic fines to cut Hong Kong deficit

New People’s Party also suggests freezing civil service salaries and suspending recruitment for six months.

Opinion | The problem with Hong Kong officials’ rising salaries

We are facing bleak times, and the government has a perception problem. Will top officials take a pay cut, as previous administrations did?

Top Hong Kong political adviser Regina Ip calls on Israelis to move to city

Regina Ip urges Israelis wanting safe place to live and raise children to move to Hong Kong, prompting consulate to defend country’s values.

Letters | To kick our social media habit, let’s start with the adults

Video | From reviled to beloved: Regina Ip’s 50 years in public service

As I see it | Turnover among Hong Kong legislators should not be surprising