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The seat belt requirement for bus passengers came into effect on Sunday. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong transport

Failures on 2 fronts led to Hong Kong’s seat belt U-turn, experts say

Officials and lawmakers have to put themselves in the public’s shoes when formulating policies, political observers say.

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Hong Kong politics

‘Outcomes, not output’: Exco held 25% fewer meetings over John Lee’s tenure so far

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong to repeal bus seat belt rules over ‘deficiencies’ in law

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Hong Kong economy

Beijing, Hong Kong slam Panama court ruling on CK Hutchison ports concession

Supreme Court rules port contract of firm’s subsidiary ‘unconstitutional’.

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Panama’s Supreme Court has ruled that the concession contract between the state and the Panama Ports Company, a CK Hutchison subsidiary, is unconstitutional. Photo: AFP
Panama’s Supreme Court has ruled that the concession contract between the state and the Panama Ports Company, a CK Hutchison subsidiary, is unconstitutional. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong politics

Starmer stresses Hong Kong’s stability as key to stronger ties in meeting with Xi

Meeting focused on shared interests to bolster Sino‑British relations, with Jimmy Lai’s national security case also touched upon in ‘respectful’ discussions.

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Hong Kong politics

On the wrong side: Hong Kong politicians trade barbs over lawmaker’s driving

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.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

John Lee weighs ‘all options’ amid feedback from flat owners hit by Tai Po fire

Hong Kong leader says government is analysing feedback from 90 per cent of homeowners affected by the blaze that killed 168 and displaced nearly 5,000.

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An aerial view of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Seven of the estate’s eight blocks were devastated in a catastrophic fire last November. Photo: Sam Tsang
An aerial view of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Seven of the estate’s eight blocks were devastated in a catastrophic fire last November. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong politics

Perform on ‘same stage’, don’t undermine: Xia tells Hong Kong lawmakers, judges

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs calls for stronger ‘ownership’ of city, rejects hostile forces promoting separation of powers.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong lawmaker ready to face legal consequences after ‘rash’ driving decision

Judy Chan also says she will refrain from driving for a while as she issues another apology to the public.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan ‘sorry’ over traffic incident caught on camera

Viral video shows car heading along Jaffe Road against the flow of traffic.

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Lawmaker Judy Chan was filmed driving on Jaffe Road in Wan Chai. Photo: Handout
Jimmy Lai trial

Beijing, Hong Kong slam European bid to sanction officials over Jimmy Lai trial

Resolution in response to conviction of former media boss also calls for rethink of city’s trade status under World Trade Organization.

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Jimmy Lai faces life in prison after being convicted by a Hong Kong court of national security offences. Photo: Reuters
Jimmy Lai faces life in prison after being convicted by a Hong Kong court of national security offences. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

No Hong Kong cabinet reshuffle until Tai Po blaze probe wraps up: sources

Speculation is swirling that two ministers are leaving their cabinet appointments.

Jimmy Lai trial

European Parliament debates moves to punish Hong Kong after Jimmy Lai conviction

Vote in European Parliament to revoke city’s special trade status and on sanctions to take place Thursday evening.

Hong Kong politics

John Lee calls Hong Kong’s CPPCC delegates a ‘steadfast patriotic force’

City leader praises Hong Kong members of nation’s top political advisory body as he hosts vice-chairman of its 14th National Committee.

The city leader has also said the delegates have fully leveraged their influence in the process of implementing the principle of “patriots administering Hong Kong”. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong official fired, faces criminal probe following online ‘perks’ posts

Ricky Cheng’s trip to Macau suspected of breaching provisions under Prevention of Bribery Ordinance regarding civil servants, government says.

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Tianjin Liaison Unit director Ricky Cheng. Photo: Handout
Tianjin Liaison Unit director Ricky Cheng. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong courts

International Bar Association ‘will speak out’ if US sanctions Hong Kong judges

Chairman Claudio Visco says IBA has consistently spoken out against violations of international law and Hong Kong will not be excluded from monitoring efforts.

Hong Kong courts

Rule of law in Hong Kong ‘more robust’ than any single case: chief justice

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.

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Hong Kong politics

Beijing slams US senators for ‘malicious’ bill targeting Hong Kong trade offices

Foreign ministry’s arm in Hong Kong says bid to strip offices’ privileges or force their closure reflects ‘Cold War mentality’ and ‘prejudice’.

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Hong Kong’s trade office in San Francisco. Photo: Frank Chen
Hong Kong’s trade office in San Francisco. Photo: Frank Chen
Legislative Council election 2025

Exclusive | Several Hong Kong lawmakers omit unpaid directorships in Legco declarations

Legco House Committee chairman Ronick Chan calls on lawmakers to be more rigorous and register all directorships to avoid controversy.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s CineArt Cinema to open branch at newly vacated Ma On Shan site

Firm says it will open new branch at former Emperor Cinemas location before Lunar New Year, bucking trend of closures.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Pledges fall short of fixing building sector after Hong Kong inferno: experts

Experts warn new building maintenance measures in the wake of the deadly fire in Tai Po only scratch the surface of deeper systemic issues.

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Industry leaders say Hong Kong’s reforms in the wake of the Tai po fire are a start, but lack detail on inspections and contractor transparency. Photo: Sam Tsang
Legislative Council election 2025

Exclusive | 3 new Hong Kong lawmakers fail to declare company shareholdings

Newcomers blame omissions on heavy workloads or misunderstandings.

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Legco held the first meeting of its new term on Wednesday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Legco held the first meeting of its new term on Wednesday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Legislative Council election 2025

Hong Kong lawmaker Duncan Chiu leads Legco affluence list with 54 properties

Five of Hong Kong’s new lawmakers own more than 10 properties, while nine have overseas holdings.

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Hong Kong entertainment

Hong Kong Cantopop singer Raymond Lam cancels 2 concerts in Japan

Lam’s shows scheduled for January 31 and February 1 at the Tokyo Garden Theatre have been postponed indefinitely.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong to step up crackdown on bid-rigging, Legco told – as it happened

City leader John Lee highlights national integration and post-disaster relief work for Wang Fuk Court as key tasks for new Legco and government.

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John Lee (left) and Starry Lee. Photo: Eugene Lee
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