It is the second increase since authorities imposed a new formula that takes into account affordability for the public.
Illustrations by local artists cover 220-metre-long hoarding wrapped around city’s most expensive commercial plot at Central harbourfront.
Tens of thousands of visitors are expected to pour in for coming events that include Art Basel, a film festival and Sevens rugby competition.
City’s flag carrier made upbeat forecast about cheaper airfares amid pressure from lawmakers after it posted HK$9.78 billion net profit last year.
Cathay CEO Ronald Lam stops short of offering any perks and discounts for airline services as he speaks before Legco’s economic development panel.
Company says it expects service will be restored to 2018 record levels this year as visitors from mainland China and rest of Asia return.
CEO Ronald Lam says company has taken prudent approach in restoring its passenger flight capacity after recent setbacks.
British Airways to also reinstate direct flights to two key Asian destinations, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur, as it presses ahead with its largest transformation plan yet.
Henry Tang calls for 30,000 yuan tax-free shopping limit, replacing 5,000 yuan maximum that has been unchanged for almost three decades.
Arts precinct authority chief Henry Tang appeals to government for decision on proposed funding plan soon.
Hong Kong Tourism Board estimates 46 million visitors to the city this year, 35 per cent higher than in 2023, but only representing 70 per cent of 2018 number.
Finance chief scrapped consumption vouchers, as well as electricity bill and university entrance exam subsidies.
Xia Baolong, director of Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, visits West Kowloon Cultural District on second last day of his trip and holds discussions with youngsters.
Xia Baolong, director of Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, meets Bar Association and Law Society members to discuss coming national security bill, says city should further solidify its international status and attract more foreign investment.
Source familiar with company says management of French luxury brand decided to postpone event in face of China’s economic uncertainties.
Anya Hindmarch-designed giant heart-shaped balloons will float in Central’s Statue Square Gardens and elsewhere from Valentine’s Day until February 24.
Arts hub chief says delay is partly due to challenges of building three separate theatres of different sizes in the venue simultaneously.
Kwong Wah Hospital revealed patient, 51, had been alone in an isolation ward at time of incident and staff did not hear safety alarm.
Three events over next two months will bring in at least 600,000 tourists, says chairman of Mega Arts and Cultural Events Committee Adrian Cheng.
One immediate impact of the scandal is that donors are likely to be wary when giving money to good causes, especially those traditionally not regarded as ‘popular’.
Centre for Food Safety says products in question are three types of Quaker Oatmeal Squares – honey nut, cinnamon and original flavour.
To increase sources of revenue, government to review charges for public services, which have not been adjusted for long time, finance chief says.
The Post takes a look at what problems the city might face with night owl border crossings, and how they might affect the economy.
Superstar, who launched her film career in Hong Kong, shares pictures on Instagram of her holding the foot of grandson Maxime.
Government has identified key strategies to ensure smooth cross-border travel during big events in the city.
Tourists at Lok Ma Chau border crossing faced delays and others were stuck overnight at Sheung Shui MTR station amid high turnout for New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Victoria Harbour hosts pyrotechnics show, with shoppers during the day visiting products expo for bargains or trying warm bowls of snake soup in Sham Shui Po.
Fisherman reports gruesome discovery on morning of Christmas Eve after heading out into waters southwest of Hong Kong.
Chris Tang says daily quota of 700 people on group tours to Sha Tau Kok mostly exhausted for January, with second phase of opening to begin.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan says Priority Asia Summit in Hong Kong by Saudi-backed think tank sign of growing ties between country and city.