Crackdowns on individuals and syndicates trying to defraud the talent pass scheme are necessary to ensure all approvals are worthy ones.
It’s time the city rolled out surveillance technology, as other places have, but with sufficient safeguards to ensure it complies with privacy laws.
Imperative for ‘two big guys’ to reach common ground and keep open minds in search for win-win outcomes to economic and security concerns.
City’s first fencing world champion nearly gave up after setbacks. His win underscores need to persevere as Hong Kong builds on sporting success.
As an integral part of Hong Kong’s culinary culture, hawkers shouldn’t have to choose between retirement and the future of their business.
Firms should engage in healthy competition by improving the quality of their products and services while phasing out excessive production capacity.
With the right policy support, Hong Kong would be an ideal choice for those seeking quality education, diverse opportunities and global connectivity.
While major breakthroughs are not expected from the EU-China summit, it must be used as a step on the long journey towards stronger ties.
The city’s ability to endure and recover from severe weather requires more than luck. It comes from learning lessons and taking action.
Progress on boardroom diversity is an encouraging sign that the city is on track to better tap the potential of half of its population.
It’s not just young people and the elderly at risk, but also middle-aged men, many suffering economic hardship yet reluctant to ask for help.
Measures to create a fairer parking system should be welcomed while improving traffic flow could help the wheels of commerce turn faster.
Over 35 years, the event has seen political controversy and scantily clad ‘pseudo models’ but physical books continue to be a major draw.
The season ended on a high but the bigger achievement was in providing a world-class experience that attracts tourists and a younger crowd.
Yet another equipment malfunction on the Tseung Kwan O line must spur efforts to strengthen maintenance and improve contingency plans.
Residents’ concerns must be addressed within reason. The project is key to Hong Kong’s future and must not be held back.
Neither a port controversy nor any third-party interference cast a shadow over the trade and business focus of Albanese’s trip to China.
Laws on SIM card fraud are worth pursuing as long as rules and enforcement are balanced to safeguard rights, including individual privacy.
As the details of the framework for ride-hailing apps are worked out, it is hoped that legal clarity will benefit all stakeholders.
While the record number of students with perfect scores has understandably drawn attention, there is more to life than university education.
Robust second-quarter economic growth puts China on track for full-year target but it’s also entering a period of restructuring.
Officials say the proposed amendments, which will be fast-tracked, are necessary and strike a balance with inmates’ rights.
The case of a university student using AI to generate pornographic images raises questions about the adequacy of current regulations.
Earlier notice and a wider range of certifications could have ensured a smoother roll-out of the ban on some power banks on flights in China.
As Beijing addresses unemployment and hi-tech overcapacity, nuanced measures are needed to ensure these goals don’t conflict with each other.
Dim sum carts offer a welcome human touch in a digital age, and the city must do what it can to keep this tradition alive.
The city, famous for hosting the iconic Sevens tournament, finally made the men’s 15-a-side world cup after coming close previously.
Consultation must result in reforms that better protect the public and ensure city’s notorious loan sharks are not able to prosper.
After being slow to catch on to the first wave of internet innovations, the city is making its mark in the field of AI development.
Some details in the proposed code of conduct should be clarified, such as benchmarks when ascertaining the severity of misconduct.