Our editors will be looking ahead today to these developing stories ...
Legco digs deeper into Godfrey allegations
The Legislative Council's panel on information technology and broadcasting meets today after the release of documents intended to shed new light on a row between ex-civil servant Jeremy Godfrey and the government. He claims pressure was applied in the awarding of a HK$220 million internet learning contract to ensure the pro-establishment Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong gained some 'political advantage'. A raft of top officials are expected to appear before lawmakers.
New electricity regulator will have hands full
Beijing has just appointed Wu Xinxiong chairman of the State Electricity Regulatory Commission. Analysts want to see if the new chairman can revitalise the mainland's electricity sector, which has shown little progress in moving from a state-owned enterprise, upgrading the power grid or research and development and is threatened by a new round of power shortages.
Aide's move a sign of Wen's retirement plans
Premier Wen Jiabao , whose term ends in 2013, may be making preparations for his retirement. Qiu Xiaoxiong, who has been chief secretary to Wen, was yesterday appointed deputy director of the State Administration of Taxation. It is usual practice for senior leaders who are retiring to name key aides to good government positions, and Qiu's appointment may shed light on further reshuffles to come in Wen's office.