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SCMP Editorial
Editorials represent the views of the South China Morning Post on the issues of the day.
Editorials represent the views of the South China Morning Post on the issues of the day.
If successful, the transit system would support Kai Tak’s growth and serve as a blueprint for agile, multi-modal transport citywide.
The scheme has improved the lives of pupils across the city, but means-tested eligibility risks excluding many more struggling families.
At stake is not just the survival of international schools that don’t meet non-local student quotas, but also the city’s status as a global hub.
Recent events are nudging Hongkongers to move past long-standing taboos and embrace end-of-life and funeral planning.
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The rare meeting with Xi is a vital reminder of how the mainland and Taiwan can work together to turn around a fraught relationship.
The short-term diesel subsidies and toll cuts included in the government package are expected to cost HK$1.96 billion.
Hong Kong cannot afford these cybersecurity shortcomings as the city strives to become a global hub for innovation and technology.
In lieu of cooperation, perhaps friendly competition between the spacefaring superpowers can ensure exploration benefits humankind.
Eleventh-hour pause in hostilities and global instabilities leave no room for any miscalculation that heightens distrust.
Enforcement action at country parks and campsites signals a turning point from the previous approach.
Amid shifting cross-border travel and spending patterns, local businesses face challenging times as more residents leave the city during holidays.
Providing women with mentorship opportunities and work-life balance arrangements sets a good example in the march towards inclusion.
Combined with education, tough new penalties kicking in from April 30 will help shield our young from a lifetime of nicotine addiction.
The city’s award for best airport, based on millions of votes, reflects genuine customer satisfaction as regional competition intensifies.
Given the complexity involved, it’s wise not to rush to meet any self-imposed deadline but to make sure a good framework is in place first.
A recent report indicates ethnic minority groups in Hong Kong are not deriving as much benefit from online services as they could.
If Hong Kong is to strengthen its credentials as an international city, it must appeal to visitors from different countries and cultures.
Olympic champion Quan Hongchan is just the latest Chinese star to detail being on the receiving end of abuse from fans.
Crackdowns by the ICAC and Competition Commission are a timely reminder of Hong Kong’s zero-tolerance approach to corruption.
This breakthrough in screening marks another step in Hong Kong’s broader moves to identify and tackle health problems early.
The Iran war is a wake-up call to many countries about their overdependence on the US for security.
The fully digital system aims to boost efficiency and strengthen the city’s competitiveness as a leading financial centre.
While the KMT is not in power, Cheng’s visit at President Xi’s invitation can still contribute to cross-strait understanding.
Without excessively burdening businesses in this tough economic environment, the MPF authority needs to make changes.
It is good that the authorities are being more accomodating with regard to the scheduled visits for former residents to retrieve their belongings and say goodbye.
While disruptions are still relatively rare, stoppages and equipment failures risk undermining decades of good work by the MTR Corporation.
Janice Tse’s return to lead Hong Kong’s first five-year plan reflects confidence in the professionalism and skills of seasoned bureaucrats.
Limiting power banks to two in hand luggage comes after worrying fires on board. However, passengers would have benefited from more advance notice.
Only by facing the problems head on and reforming systems can we truly do justice to the victims and survivors and protect public safety.
