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China Economy

Mainland China’s art grads sculpt career ‘passports’ in Hong Kong

Art graduates from the mainland, looking to expand their horizons and gain an edge in the job market, are flocking to Hong Kong for further study.

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Hong Kong authorities ‘concerned’ as dozens face eviction from subdivided flats

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Hong Kong justice minister slams sanctions threat, accusations against judges

Education

40 Hong Kong semi-private schools eye more non-locals in education hub push

Direct Subsidy Scheme schools will be able to admit non-local students on a self-financing basis under new initiative.

Local student admissions are not affected by the new scheme. Photo: Sam Tsang
Local student admissions are not affected by the new scheme. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong to develop low-altitude sector blueprint as firms eye overseas expansion

Logistics chief Mable Chan says city well positioned for growth given established legal regime and status as financial hub.

Society

Hong Kong Housing Authority members urge clarity on Tai Po rental site swap

Committee members seek explanation as housing secretary says site is ‘good choice’ for resettling residents of fire-hit Wang Fuk Court.

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Society

Hong Kong authorities start 2-month inspection operation on building fire safety

Fire Services Department begins checks on residential and mixed-use buildings planned at least 39 years ago to ensure safety equipment in place.

The fire alarm system at Tung Lee Mansion in Sai Wan, which was installed by the same contractor in charge of maintenance at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Dickson Lee
The fire alarm system at Tung Lee Mansion in Sai Wan, which was installed by the same contractor in charge of maintenance at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Dickson Lee

Law and Crime

Hong Kong deports 113 failed asylum seekers in week-long operation

Authorities say 68 men and 45 women, some of whom completed jail sentences for offences in city, were sent back to their home countries.

Law and Crime

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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Law and Crime

Hong Kong’s Taipan bakery told to wind up, Ocean Empire boss declared bankrupt

Separate court rulings highlight struggles of city’s retail and catering sectors amid shifting consumer patterns.

Taipan Bread & Cakes closed all of its branches after 41 years in business. Photo: Nora Tam

Hong Kong Economy

58% more applicants per job in Hong Kong in 2025 amid AI takeover of roles

Jobsdb Hong Kong says competition even keener for frontline roles, but some jobs hit by AI, with technology automating many repetitive processes.

Hong Kong residents at a job fair organised last month by the Labour Department at Lohas Park Community Hall in Tsueng Kwan O. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong residents at a job fair organised last month by the Labour Department at Lohas Park Community Hall in Tsueng Kwan O. Photo: Elson Li

Business

Fancl distributor couple buys Lippo Centre office, shop in US$38.3 million deal

Purchase by the Japanese skincare brand’s distributor marks a 60 per cent cut from 2017 price as cash-rich local investors hunt for bargains.

Society

2-day Hong Kong Marathon could boost mega-event economy: lawmakers

Organisers also urged to design routes through less congested areas, such as Kai Tak and Northern Metropolis, to reduce traffic disruptions.

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Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong eyes slice of booming ‘NewSpace’ economy as professional services hub

Chief Executive’s Policy Unit reveals that it recently hosted a high-level round table on the space economy.

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A rocket blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in Inner Mongolia. China aims to cement its status as a “major space power” under the 15th five-year plan. Photo: Xinhua

Banking & Finance

HKMA unveils 20-point road map to modernise Hong Kong’s trade finance ecosystem

Project CargoX aims to digitalise Hong Kong’s trade finance, expand SME lending and strengthen connectivity with mainland China and Asean.

It is important to streamline documentation and data exchange with mainland China and Asean, says Howard Lee. Photo: Edmond So
It is important to streamline documentation and data exchange with mainland China and Asean, says Howard Lee. Photo: Edmond So

Law and Crime

Hong Kong police to expand drone patrols to Peak, Cheung Chau, Lamma Island

Police will also expand manual drone patrols in urban areas to Central, Sau Mau Ping, Yuen Long and Tsuen Wan districts.

Companies

Exclusive | Chow Tai Fook’s Henry Cheng reveals Hong Kong empire’s investment philosophy

In a rare media interaction, the chairman of New World Development’s parent company talks about his family’s unusual investment playbook.

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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
Alice Wu

Opinion | Government knows best? Hong Kong policymakers need to listen more

Alice Wu
Dicky Chow,Jessie Zhang,Curtis Lam

Opinion | This year, Hong Kong must resolve to rewrite the script for retirement

Dicky Chow
Jessie Zhang
Curtis Lam
Alex Lo

As I see it | Thank you, David Webb, you made Hong Kong a better place

Alex Lo
Christine Loh

Opinion | Hong Kong needs to ask the hard questions about its net-zero challenge

Christine Loh
David Dodwell

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

David Dodwell
Martin Hui

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

Martin Hui
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Hong Kong marathon sets record high for number of non-local runners

A runner showing her medal after completing her 10km race in the 2026 Hong Kong Marathon
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Hong Kong police shoot man wielding knife in Tuen Mun

Hong Kong police shoot man wielding meat cleaver in Tuen Mun
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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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