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Matthew Cheng
Reporter, City
Matthew joined SCMP in 2025 and covers Hong Kong politics. Prior to joining the Post, he was a reporter at Ming Pao Daily.
Matthew joined SCMP in 2025 and covers Hong Kong politics. Prior to joining the Post, he was a reporter at Ming Pao Daily.
Areas of Expertise:
Hong Kong politics, Hong Kong general news
Languages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
John Lee says white paper issued by State Council serves as a stern warning to ‘traitors who betrayed the country and Hong Kong’.
Subsidiary has requested arbitration after Panamanian authorities voided concession contract but securing damages may be difficult, they warn.
Panamanian president reportedly vowed his country will ‘never again’ grant concession contracts to run terminals to single company.
Rule sparked complaints over uncomfortable restraints, hygiene risks and fears that unbuckling early before alighting would violate law.
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Liaison office chief Zhou Ji also calls on the city to strengthen executive-led governance model.
Task force led by Chief Executive John Lee will formulate plan, which one expert says signals greater government role in city’s development.
Officials and lawmakers have to put themselves in the public’s shoes when formulating policies, political observers say.
Figures show advisory body convened 119 meetings and discussed 602 items over first 3½ years of Chief Executive John Lee’s tenure.
Law only applies to new buses registered from Sunday, the day the seat belt rule took effect.
Meeting focused on shared interests to bolster Sino‑British relations, with Jimmy Lai’s national security case also touched upon in ‘respectful’ discussions.
Incident follows backlash over new regulations requiring passengers travelling on public or private buses to wear seat belts where available.
Hong Kong has made it mandatory for passengers on public or private buses to wear seat belts whenever they are available.
In WhatsApp group chat screen grabs seen by the Post, Choy So-yuk accuses Regina Ip of double standards in defending Judy Chan over alleged traffic offence.
City leader John Lee dismisses speculation about more principal official departures, says his cabinet ‘shares his philosophy’ and has met expectations.
Justice minister Paul Lam reviews judges’ performance in national security cases over past year and stresses they treated defendants fairly.
Calls for early release of any defendant on political grounds strike against the rule of law, Chief Justice Andrew Cheung says of Jimmy Lai case.
Legco House Committee chairman Ronick Chan calls on lawmakers to be more rigorous and register all directorships to avoid controversy.
Home affairs chief Alice Mak says government ‘not that foolish’ to leave funds idle after some economists suggest investing money.
Home affairs chief Alice Mak pledges to fast-track amendment to Building Management Ordinance following Tai Po fire that killed 168.
Newcomers blame omissions on heavy workloads or misunderstandings.
Five of Hong Kong’s new lawmakers own more than 10 properties, while nine have overseas holdings.
Deputy finance chief Michael Wong says legal and ownership issues make rebuilding unfeasible, with buy-back option the fastest, most flexible solution.
Law Reform Commission shares recommendations for sweeping proposed legislation intended to clamp down on cybercrime.
Beijing’s top office overseeing city affairs hails selection of Legco president as a success of ‘patriots ruling Hong Kong’ principle.
Lo Hiu-fung says government should consider plot, about 1.5km from fire-hit Wang Fuk Court, if it wants to help victims resettle as soon as possible.
Tai Po district councillors push for expedited plans to rebuild Wang Fuk Court and ensure flexible rehousing options for displaced residents.
Post finds vacant offices, shared secretaries in US-hit Hong Kong firms tied to Venezuelan oil exports, as namesake local company fears backlash.
Government says lease renewal on Hong Kong side of collaborative tech hub with Shenzhen will be based on KPIs, but there will be ‘room for error’.
Lee and Chan are running to succeed Andrew Leung as Legco president, with a vote on January 8.
