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Screws cut short were found at a light public housing site in Siu Lam. Photo: Karma Lo

Society

Contractors’ botches lead to bans on bidding for Hong Kong public projects

Measures follow government probe into problems at three light public housing sites in Siu Lam, Tuen Mun and Chai Wan.

Hong Kong passport ranks 15th globally, rising 3 places in visa-free access index

Hongkonger reported missing in Iran amid internet shutdown, protests

Policy

Hong Kong bolsters tech hub ambitions as city hosts global AI summit

Hong Kong’s turn to host a summit under WAIC reflects Beijing’s confidence in the city’s strategic development goals.

Hong Kong’s Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Sun Dong (fourth from left), joins other dignitaries on Friday, during the city’s inaugural turn as host of a summit under the World Artificial Intelligence Conference at the Hong Kong Science Park. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong’s Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Sun Dong (fourth from left), joins other dignitaries on Friday, during the city’s inaugural turn as host of a summit under the World Artificial Intelligence Conference at the Hong Kong Science Park. Photo: AFP

Society

Exclusive | Hong Kong considers doubling attendance threshold for major renovation approvals

Home affairs chief Alice Mak pledges to fast-track amendment to Building Management Ordinance following Tai Po fire that killed 168.

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong plans to build Northern Metropolis logistics hub for smart, green growth

Hub will focus on high-value goods, e-commerce and low-altitude economy, with authorities to gauge interest in the cluster’s first site this year.

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Business

Hong Kong’s latest office landmark nearly full as segment upturn simmers

The Henderson has reached 90 per cent occupancy, as ‘the rental downcycle is nearing its end’, analyst says.

The Henderson (centre) houses tenants including Christie’s and Point72. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
The Henderson (centre) houses tenants including Christie’s and Point72. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

Politics

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 Economy

Galloping horses theme of Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year fireworks display

Jockey Club will sponsor show as part of campaign to celebrate the equine zodiac throughout the Year of the Horse, from races to exhibitions.

Hong Kong Economy

Ex-Hong Kong Disneyland boss to take reins as CEO of Kai Tak Sports Park

Andrew Kam will take over from CEO John Sharkey, who is stepping down after a nearly 10-year stint.

Kai Tak Sports Park includes a 50,000-seat main stadium. Photo: Reuters

Law and Crime

Hong Kong man in court over seditious acts, media arson threats calls it ‘mischief’

Court adjourns case of man, 43, accused of threatening to burn down offices of media outlets, including the Post, unless they published seditious articles.

West Kowloon Court granted a request by Tse Chun-pan, 43, to adjourn the hearing for two months so that his lawyers could continue negotiations with prosecutors regarding his plea. Photo: Jelly Tse
West Kowloon Court granted a request by Tse Chun-pan, 43, to adjourn the hearing for two months so that his lawyers could continue negotiations with prosecutors regarding his plea. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong Economy

Number of registered companies in Hong Kong reaches record 1.56 million in 2025

According to Companies Registry, 195,343 were newly registered local and redomiciled firms, while 99,406 dissolved over the same period.

Banking & Finance

HSBC reviews Singapore insurance unit amid high Hong Kong, mainland China growth

It ‘makes sense’ for HSBC to focus on ‘core high-growth markets’ that have ‘underpenetrated’ insurance needs, analyst says.

Education

Hong Kong’s finance chief warns of market volatility, pledges support for families

Amid market swings, Financial Secretary Paul Chan urges fiscal prudence and vows to review child tax breaks to tackle record-low birth rate.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan expressed “cautious optimism” about the economic outlook during a special meeting of the Finance Committee on Friday. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong

On This Day | Hong Kong marathons throughout the years – SCMP archive

Ahead of Sunday’s Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon, the Post looks back at the city’s marathon history.

Runners during the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon in 1999. This was the first time the running event was held in the heart of the city. Photo: David Wong
Runners during the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon in 1999. This was the first time the running event was held in the heart of the city. Photo: David Wong

Hong Kong

Hong Kong government’s cargo-tracking digital platform launched with 2,300 firms

Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan says new Port Community System streamlines transport data, improving transparency for users.

Law and Crime

Man shot dead by Hong Kong police had ‘history of mental illness, drug abuse’

Security chief praises officers’ bravery, saying their decisiveness prevented suspect from causing further harm and potentially saved lives.

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Health & Environment

Hong Kong hospital A&E department visits fall 12% after new fees take effect

Number of people benefiting from fee waivers under new pricing regime that started on January 1 triples.

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The fee revamp took effect on January 1. Photo: Sun Yeung
The fee revamp took effect on January 1. Photo: Sun Yeung

Transport

Hong Kong issues fresh reminder to buckle up ahead of January 25 seat belt rules

Passengers must wear seat belts if available on public and private buses, while drivers are responsible for child passengers’ safety.

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Health & Environment

Hong Kong’s late summer flu season is over. But official says jabs still vital

Controller of Centre for Health Protection says seasonal influenza activity has dropped below baseline level over the past week.

Society

Independent committee probing Hong Kong fire to start hearings in first quarter

Former chairman of Bar Association Victor Dawes appointed committee’s lead counsel, according to document seen by the Post.

The fire broke out on November 26, raging for about 43 hours and engulfing seven of Wang Fuk Court’s eight blocks. Photo: Elson Li
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OPINION
David Dodwell

Outside In | Plight of Hebei’s freezing elderly shows urgent need for pension reform

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Martin Hui

Legal Tales | Time to end bid-rigging in Hong Kong with criminalisation, tougher enforcement

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Alice Wu

Opinion | Hong Kong courts cross-border drivers – then traps them in licence queues

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Mike Rowse

Opinion | Hong Kong returning to surplus no excuse for splashing budget cash

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Sunika Joshi

Opinion | Hong Kong’s ageing population needs purpose, not just medical care

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Ian Brownlee

Opinion | Northern Metropolis can combine best of central planning and free market

Ian Brownlee
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Hong Kong moves test-free licence ticketing online to stop long queues

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Hong Kong’s biggest fan-hosted anime event returns

Rainbow Gala, first held in 2007, has been held at Hong Kong’s AsiaWorld-Expo for a second time after the redevelopment of the Kowloon Bay International Trade & Exhibition Centre in 2024.
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