Locals among investors from China flocking to Japan to buy property, particularly hotels and private lodgings. Not even a tough law on home sharing introduced last year is deterring them.

Liberal Party leader Felix Chung predicts extended closure of Legislative Council, but he and Democratic Party chairman Wu Chi-wai say business can continue if alternative venue is found.

Instead of a relaxed public holiday, July 1 unfolded in a series of escalating clashes, outbursts and destruction.

Organisers say 165,000 join counter protest while police put number at 53,000. Multiple confrontations reported, as well as abuse and harassment of journalists.

Commissioner of Police Stephen Lo says decision to vacate the 24-hour posts was made after ‘political animosity’ brought into institutions.

If pro-Beijing camp’s adjournment is passed, a strip of scenic harbourfront will be given to the PLA on Saturday.

Hong Kong government points to impact of extradition bill protests, as Secretary for Development Michael Wong says partnership with private developers will be discussed when atmosphere is ‘more relaxed’.

Muted tactic praised for avoiding clashes but concerns raised over morale of force, as observers note some protesters had clearly broken the law with impunity.

Andy Tsang, who was in charge of Hong Kong force during Occupy protests in 2014, says police should not apologise for use of tear gas, rubber bullets and beanbag rounds – but admits he only knows what he saw on TV.

Leung Pak-yin, chief executive of the Hospital Authority, hits back at critics by announcing a new task force to boost data security.

Youth Development Commission deputy chairman calls on local leaders, including educators and religious figures, to talk to young people and help prevent the crisis from escalating.

Second sensitive piece of legislation delayed as police and security chiefs call on public not to vent their frustrations at city’s beleaguered officers.

Urban Renewal Authority surplus falls 80 per cent in a year as pressure rises to buy expensive old buildings and convert them into cheap, quality housing.

Test papers were handed in empty or vandalised, had random answers, or every box in multiple choice questions was ticked in what is believed to be coordinated campaign using Telegram app.

Insiders and observers admit the room for manoeuvre for Chief Executive Carrie Lam and her own standing with the people remains limited.

Officers set upon media with tear gas and batons, while trying to stymie coverage of protests, according to allegations lodged with police watchdog.

Three-month consultation launched with the aim of drafting a strategy that will fulfil the city’s obligations under the Paris Agreement.

Major Admiralty mall still closed, as civil servants told to avoid government HQ. Shopping centres became scenes of shelter for protesters during police crackdown.

Avoid escalation of homes crisis by reversing land sales to developers and converting industrial sites into new housing estates, say Housing Authority figures.

Communicating via an encrypted chat group, the masked youth who battled police had only a vague plan of action and often contradicted themselves. But to police they were prepared and organised radicals.

Officers and protesters suffered injuries, some needing hospital treatment, as police used batons and pepper spray to beat back a mob of masked demonstrators trying to storm the Legislative Council building.

They came, young and old and from all walks of lives, to say no to the government’s proposed law amendments.

Drainage Services Department has been testing system to devise measures for a relocation of its plant, signalling government’s awareness of reducing impact on animal habitats.

New simulation gives players the opportunity to start their own trading company in the 19th century. It is backed by US consulate in Hong Kong which wants to see what the next generation would have made of the opportunity.

Initiatives involving pedestrian-only zones and low-speed driving areas are meeting resistance over fears about noise pollution and illegal parking.

The 190-metre-long West Landscaped Deck includes covered walkway, open-air gallery and viewing deck.

Two others in the car and four pedestrians were also hurt in the accident near Lower Ngau Tau Kok Estate, according to police.

Tam Yiu-chung also supports skipping bills committee scrutiny in the legislature, and taking the matter to the full council. He says while some countries have clauses in their deals with the mainland to protect their citizens, this will be ‘too complicated’ for the city.

Three people arrested during operation in the New Territories, including one driver allegedly found with highly-addictive drug known as Ice.

He says estimate was made when both superpowers were expected to reach a deal, but even if the mood has changed, it is still ‘not appropriate’ to adjust figure.