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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.
Working out what is seditious and what is not under the law is the problem. People need to know so they can live their lives accordingly.
A revision of subsidy rules that takes into account whether city social welfare groups support the government has raised concern.
As city continues to benefit from an increasingly close relationship between China and the Middle East, start-ups need to seize opportunities.
Failed UK premier says Article 23 security legislation threatens women and claims that Hong Kong’s female prison population is higher than Iran’s.
Despite rapid start to scrutiny of proposed Article 23 security legislation by lawmakers, there should be no compromise on making changes and improvements.
Hong Kong may be developing a formula to take in factors in addition to income, the basic marker, however change must not come at the cost of those in need
City urged to draw on its “super roles” to raise capital, as well as to connect with and support investors and help the country become a financial powerhouse
A comprehensive publicity drive is needed to ensure greater community awareness by the time the new legislation comes into effect.
Concerns of various sectors of Hong Kong society need to be addressed and suggested improvements to legislation considered.
Special meeting will be convened at 9am on Tuesday, paving way for lawmakers to pass the Safeguarding National Security Bill.
Insiders reveal calculated strategy to catch foreign powers off guard and curb impact of potential sanctions or smear campaigns ahead of passing of Article 23 bill.
They worry confidential corporate information could potentially be linked to state secrets, placing auditors in difficult situation.
Secretary for Security Chris Tang says handing chief executive powers to make subsidiary legislation is long-standing practice in common law systems.
US action targeting ‘countries of concern’ may leave city’s researchers without access to critical data.
Report covered sentencing of Hong Kong actor Gregory Wong, who was among three political activists and 10 others charged with rioting and breaching Legco complex.
Secretary for Security Chris Tang also denies city leader can introduce new restrictions and offences ‘randomly’.
One-time British Army block at Whitfield Barracks to become centre to promote Chinese culture, history and achievements.
Catholic diocese addresses concerns that religious figures may breach law by failing to report acts or thoughts endangering national security.
Commissioner’s office for China’s foreign ministry in Hong Kong also accuses America’s ambassador to country of ‘irresponsible talk’ regarding domestic national security bill.
Lawmakers have spent seven days in marathon proceedings scrutinising domestic national security bill, before quickly giving green light for proposed changes.
One of the most notable clauses empowers chief executive in council to make subsidiary legislation ‘for the needs of’ safeguarding national security.
Trio from Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China were convicted last year for rejecting police request for information on group.
Ming Pao runs article with subheading claiming security law clause will allow media curbs, mainland jurisdiction for cases centred on four types of crimes.
Witness Andy Li says Agnes Chow helped place an advert in Japanese newspaper as part of initiative to urge overseas governments to take action against Hong Kong administration.
If bill clears House Committee on Friday, lawmakers will be able to resume second reading and possibly pass legislation at full Legco meeting.
Government submitted amended bill based on the previous days’ discussions after 10pm, giving lawmakers no more than 11 hours to read changes
Insider says US-funded Radio Free Asia has four full-time and up to four part-time staff; some to move to Taiwan or Washington, some to lose jobs.
Lawmakers told a check of 20,000 small and medium-sized restaurants showed most not ready to ditch plastic next month.
Committee finishes review of Safeguarding National Security Bill and lawmakers to meet on Thursday to examine modified clauses.
Expanding rail and franchised bus networks, new roads and bridges, and changes in tolls have caused a big shift in how Hongkongers navigate the city.
Security chief Chris Tang gives first indication of possible amendments, with suggested plan to scrap six-month waiting period to label absconders.
Source says meetings part of efforts to gather views on Hong Kong’s future in the context of broader US-China relations.
Removing requirement to wait six months after issuance of court warrant before identifying suspect as absconder may mark first possible amendment to bill since gazetting.
Hong Kong security chief also hits out at three outlets, including Bloomberg News over ‘misleading and scaremongering’ op-ed about Article 23 law.