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Regina Ip

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24 Feb 1950

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Babies and their parents take part in a Mother’s Day competition at a Tai Po shopping centre. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong political parties urge access to fertility services for single women

Parties also say government should extend soon-to-expire newborn baby bonus as births in city hit historic low of 31,100 in 2025.

10 Jul 2026 - 8:23PM

Hong Kong politics

China will actively help to resolve international conflicts, diplomat says

19 May 2026 - 8:47PM

Hong Kong society

‘One country, two systems’ can serve as global model: Hong Kong’s Regina Ip

23 Apr 2026 - 7:27PM

Hong Kong politics

Government should probe department heads prudently under new system: Regina Ip

Convenor of city’s Executive Council says proposed accountability system should be preventive and avoid undermining morale among civil servants.

19 Apr 2026 - 8:21PM

The Hong Kong government headquarters in Admiralty. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong society

Former Hong Kong lawmaker Regina Ip swaps policy for photo cards at ComplexCon

Veteran politician-turned-online sensation joins global stars, including Blackpink’s Jennie, at two-day pop culture festival.

12 Mar 2026 - 7:34PM

Hong Kong politics

Letters | As geopolitical tensions rise, Hong Kong needs clear, confident messaging

Readers discuss the government’s recruitment for the post of director of information services, and pay tribute to an advocate for international collaboration in space.

23 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM

Hong Kong economy

Letters | Hong Kong’s economic comeback is the best answer to its critics

Readers discuss the renewed global interest in Hong Kong, and the British prime minister’s visit to China.

3 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM

A tourist observes Hong Kong’s skyscrapers using binoculars at The Peak Galleria on June 21, 2025. Photo: Eugene Lee

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

Readers discuss the missing link in efforts to restrict screen time for children, concern over the Jimmy Lai trial and verdict, and rampant illegal parking in Hong Kong.

24 Dec 2025 - 11:30AM

Legislative Council election 2025

3 serving lawmakers make urgent appeals in Hong Kong Island West

New People’s Party’s Judy Chan, DAB’s Chan Hok-fung and FTU’s Kwok Wai-keung competing against two newcomers for two seats.

8 Dec 2025 - 2:53AM

Campaign promotional materials are displayed in Wan Chai on Sunday. Photo: Karma Lo

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

Legislative Council president Andrew Leung meets the media on October 22, as the seventh Legco term wrapped up. Photo: Nora Tam

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

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

A top Hong Kong government adviser has called for more exchanges with think tanks and opinion leaders abroad. Photo: Jonathan Wong

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

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Regina Ip

Hong Kong political parties urge access to fertility services for single women

Parties also say government should extend soon-to-expire newborn baby bonus as births in city hit historic low of 31,100 in 2025.

China will actively help to resolve international conflicts, diplomat says

‘One country, two systems’ can serve as global model: Hong Kong’s Regina Ip

Government should probe department heads prudently under new system: Regina Ip

Convenor of city’s Executive Council says proposed accountability system should be preventive and avoid undermining morale among civil servants.

Former Hong Kong lawmaker Regina Ip swaps policy for photo cards at ComplexCon

Veteran politician-turned-online sensation joins global stars, including Blackpink’s Jennie, at two-day pop culture festival.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Letters | As geopolitical tensions rise, Hong Kong needs clear, confident messaging

Readers discuss the government’s recruitment for the post of director of information services, and pay tribute to an advocate for international collaboration in space.

Letters | Hong Kong’s economic comeback is the best answer to its critics

Readers discuss the renewed global interest in Hong Kong, and the British prime minister’s visit to China.

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.

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

Readers discuss the missing link in efforts to restrict screen time for children, concern over the Jimmy Lai trial and verdict, and rampant illegal parking in Hong Kong.

3 serving lawmakers make urgent appeals in Hong Kong Island West

New People’s Party’s Judy Chan, DAB’s Chan Hok-fung and FTU’s Kwok Wai-keung competing against two newcomers for two seats.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}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.

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.

Letters | As geopolitical tensions rise, Hong Kong needs clear, confident messaging

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