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Chinese Association of Hong Kong and Macau Studies

The Chinese Association of Hong Kong and Macau Studies: A prominent Beijing-based research institute or think tank, the Chinese Association of Hong Kong and Macau Studies is dedicated to researching and promoting the ’one country, two systems’ principle. Established in December 2013, it focuses on the political, economic, and social development of Hong Kong and Macau, and their integration with mainland China. It serves as a key civil think tank, fostering academic exchanges and cooperation. Notably, Professor Lau Siu-kai, a former Vice-President, is a frequently cited political analyst associated with the association, highlighting its significant influence on Hong Kong and Macau affairs.

Top Beijing official Xia Baolong (centre right) meets CLP Holdings chairman Michael Kadoorie (centre left). Photo: Handout

Hong Kong politics

Beijing’s Xia Baolong, top energy official meet with CLP’s Michael Kadoorie

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, National Energy Administration hold separate meetings with energy tycoon.

1 May 2026 - 10:28PM

Hong Kong politics

Will top Hong Kong civil servants pay price for blunders under new system?

30 Apr 2026 - 3:24PM

Hong Kong politics

Former Hong Kong trade office chief contesting UK local elections for Reform

22 Apr 2026 - 12:03AM

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong urged to be more proactive in removing barriers with Shenzhen

New Shenzhen party chief Jin Lei has conducted high-profile visits to major joint projects between two cities in his first month.

19 Apr 2026 - 7:52PM

The Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone is located in Shenzhen. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong leader vows reforms to boost safety, national security after Tai Po fire

Chief Executive John Lee says city will act on lessons learned from deadly blaze, as Beijing warns against exploiting tragedies to sow unrest.

15 Apr 2026 - 7:39PM

Hong Kong politics

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs wraps up second bay area visit in 3 weeks

Xia Baolong’s successive trips underscore greater urgency from Beijing for Hong Kong’s integration, analysts say.

11 Apr 2026 - 10:07PM

Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong’s national security better protected with changes, experts say

Revisions that came into effect on Monday give police powers enjoyed in other jurisdictions and will speed up investigations, they say.

25 Mar 2026 - 1:11AM

The changes include empowering police to require a person under investigation to provide passwords or decryption methods for electronic equipment. Photo: Sam Tsang

Two Sessions 2026

How will Hong Kong follow mainland China’s ethnic unity promotion law?

Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress set to be passed at the closing session of 14th National People’s Congress.

12 Mar 2026 - 8:30AM

Hong Kong politics

‘Two sessions’ to ‘focus on Hong Kong’s financial role, Northern Metropolis’

Meetings of Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and National People’s Congress begin on Wednesday and Thursday respectively.

3 Mar 2026 - 8:30AM

Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Hong Kong budget 2026-27: what’s holding back the city’s tech and talent schemes?

Finance chief’s blueprint seen as gauge for officials’ ‘reform mindset’ following Beijing’s 15th five-year plan recommendations.

22 Feb 2026 - 9:04AM

Paul Chan (right) is given a robot technology demonstration. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Hong Kong budget 2026-27

What’s at stake for Hong Kong as reflected in budget 2026-27?

Analysts are upbeat amid city’s booming IPO sector and thriving financial market, but warn of geopolitical headwinds.

20 Feb 2026 - 8:36AM

Hong Kong politics

Are Hong Kong lawmakers also to blame over seat belt law blunder?

Government’s flip-flopping on mandatory seat belts aboard buses is wake-up call for legislators to scrutinise bills more rigorously, experts say.

8 Feb 2026 - 7:33PM

Hong Kong politics

What’s behind plan to adopt multi-operator model for Panama Canal ports?

Panamanian president reportedly vowed his country will ‘never again’ grant concession contracts to run terminals to single company.

7 Feb 2026 - 6:45PMvideocam

Hong Kong economy

US ‘pressure’ a challenge in CK Hutchison’s arbitration against Panama: experts

Case could take years to resolve, whether the Hong Kong conglomerate seeks compensation or ruling invalidating the voiding of its contract.

4 Feb 2026 - 6:39PM

An aerial view of the port of Balboa, operated by Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison, in Panama City. Photo: AFP

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong to formulate first 5-year plan to align with national blueprint

Task force led by Chief Executive John Lee will formulate plan, which one expert says signals greater government role in city’s development.

2 Feb 2026 - 8:55PM

Hong Kong will formulate its first five-year plan to align with the national development blueprint. Photo: May Tse

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.

31 Jan 2026 - 12:07PM

Legislative Council election 2025

‘High-quality democracy’: what does Beijing’s new phrase for Hong Kong mean?

Beijing seeks orderly form of politics with executive-led government working closely with lawmakers not in confrontation with each other, analysts say.

9 Dec 2025 - 8:30AM

Legislative Council election 2025

Legco election hopefuls scale back campaigning in Hong Kong fire aftermath

Contenders also unveil new policy platforms in run-up to Sunday’s poll, including calls for thorough investigation into fire.

5 Dec 2025 - 10:12PM

The Legislative Council election will take place on Sunday. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong kindergarten moves Japan tour to mainland China as row deepens

‘We have decided to relocate the tour to Chengdu, Sichuan, to ensure the safety of parents and children,’ Victoria Educational Organisation says.

25 Nov 2025 - 9:08PM

Legislative Council election 2025

What are Hong Kong Legco election candidates prioritising in their manifestos?

The Post reviews the manifestos of all 161 candidates for December 7 poll, but only 38 contenders offer versions in English.

17 Nov 2025 - 8:30AM

Hong Kong politics

Exclusive | 30% of 161 Hong Kong Legco election candidates linked to mainland Chinese firms

Higher proportion marks significant increase from 2021 poll and reflects growing prominence of mainland capital in Hong Kong’s economy.

5 Nov 2025 - 11:18PM

The Legco chamber in Admiralty. Photo: Edmond So

Legislative Council election 2025

Race heats up for directly elected seats in Hong Kong Legco’s election

At least 49 candidates plan to run in the 10 geographical constituencies in the December 7 poll.

31 Oct 2025 - 10:56PM

The two-week election nomination period runs until November 6. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong economy

Panama seeks partners in new port plan that ‘may ease US-China rivalry’

Panama Canal Authority says it has ‘launched a consultation process with representatives of the maritime industry to identify potential partners’.

28 Oct 2025 - 9:43PM

Hong Kong politics

Number of Hong Kong lawmakers opting out of Legco election reaches 12

Lo Wai-kwok, 71, Frankie Yick Chi-ming, 72, and 44-year-old Chow Man-kong latest lawmakers to announce decision not to run for office.

13 Oct 2025 - 11:56PM

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong firms urged to find alternatives due to US tariffs, software controls

In anticipation of export curbs on critical software, technology experts warn of a ‘painful’ transition for firms reliant on US-made systems.

12 Oct 2025 - 9:40PM

US tariff and software export controls pose challenges for Hong Kong’s trade and technology sectors. Photo: May Tse

Hong Kong politics

Hongkongers snap up tickets to visit PLA naval ships during National Day stop

Qi Jiguang training vessel and Yimeng Shan amphibious landing ship will be open to public on Wednesday and Thursday.

27 Sep 2025 - 11:31PMvideocam

The Qi Jiguang arrives in Manila in June 2023. The PLA will open the ship and the Yimeng Shan to 11,000 members of the public next week. Photo: Xinhua

John Lee policy address 2025

Exclusive | Hong Kong’s John Lee to tackle civil servant accountability in policy address

Move to curb incidents such as recent water scandal, although political observers warn of possible pushback from civil servants.

14 Sep 2025 - 9:11AM

John Lee policy address 2025

Hong Kong’s economy is growing, but why are some sectors still hurting?

Ahead of policy address, experts urge the government to support sectors and residents left behind despite the city’s recent growth figures.

9 Sep 2025 - 10:17AM

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Chinese Association of Hong Kong and Macau Studies

Beijing’s Xia Baolong, top energy official meet with CLP’s Michael Kadoorie

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, National Energy Administration hold separate meetings with energy tycoon.

Will top Hong Kong civil servants pay price for blunders under new system?

Former Hong Kong trade office chief contesting UK local elections for Reform

Hong Kong urged to be more proactive in removing barriers with Shenzhen

New Shenzhen party chief Jin Lei has conducted high-profile visits to major joint projects between two cities in his first month.

Hong Kong leader vows reforms to boost safety, national security after Tai Po fire

Chief Executive John Lee says city will act on lessons learned from deadly blaze, as Beijing warns against exploiting tragedies to sow unrest.

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs wraps up second bay area visit in 3 weeks

Xia Baolong’s successive trips underscore greater urgency from Beijing for Hong Kong’s integration, analysts say.

Hong Kong’s national security better protected with changes, experts say

Revisions that came into effect on Monday give police powers enjoyed in other jurisdictions and will speed up investigations, they say.

How will Hong Kong follow mainland China’s ethnic unity promotion law?

Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress set to be passed at the closing session of 14th National People’s Congress.

‘Two sessions’ to ‘focus on Hong Kong’s financial role, Northern Metropolis’

Meetings of Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and National People’s Congress begin on Wednesday and Thursday respectively.

Hong Kong budget 2026-27: what’s holding back the city’s tech and talent schemes?

Finance chief’s blueprint seen as gauge for officials’ ‘reform mindset’ following Beijing’s 15th five-year plan recommendations.

What’s at stake for Hong Kong as reflected in budget 2026-27?

Analysts are upbeat amid city’s booming IPO sector and thriving financial market, but warn of geopolitical headwinds.

Are Hong Kong lawmakers also to blame over seat belt law blunder?

Government’s flip-flopping on mandatory seat belts aboard buses is wake-up call for legislators to scrutinise bills more rigorously, experts say.

What’s behind plan to adopt multi-operator model for Panama Canal ports?

Panamanian president reportedly vowed his country will ‘never again’ grant concession contracts to run terminals to single company.

US ‘pressure’ a challenge in CK Hutchison’s arbitration against Panama: experts

Case could take years to resolve, whether the Hong Kong conglomerate seeks compensation or ruling invalidating the voiding of its contract.

Hong Kong to formulate first 5-year plan to align with national blueprint

Task force led by Chief Executive John Lee will formulate plan, which one expert says signals greater government role in city’s development.

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.

‘High-quality democracy’: what does Beijing’s new phrase for Hong Kong mean?

Beijing seeks orderly form of politics with executive-led government working closely with lawmakers not in confrontation with each other, analysts say.

Legco election hopefuls scale back campaigning in Hong Kong fire aftermath

Contenders also unveil new policy platforms in run-up to Sunday’s poll, including calls for thorough investigation into fire.

Hong Kong kindergarten moves Japan tour to mainland China as row deepens

‘We have decided to relocate the tour to Chengdu, Sichuan, to ensure the safety of parents and children,’ Victoria Educational Organisation says.

What are Hong Kong Legco election candidates prioritising in their manifestos?

The Post reviews the manifestos of all 161 candidates for December 7 poll, but only 38 contenders offer versions in English.

.css-19im5qg{color:#c79a00;}Exclusive | 30% of 161 Hong Kong Legco election candidates linked to mainland Chinese firms

Higher proportion marks significant increase from 2021 poll and reflects growing prominence of mainland capital in Hong Kong’s economy.

Race heats up for directly elected seats in Hong Kong Legco’s election

At least 49 candidates plan to run in the 10 geographical constituencies in the December 7 poll.

Panama seeks partners in new port plan that ‘may ease US-China rivalry’

Panama Canal Authority says it has ‘launched a consultation process with representatives of the maritime industry to identify potential partners’.

Number of Hong Kong lawmakers opting out of Legco election reaches 12

Lo Wai-kwok, 71, Frankie Yick Chi-ming, 72, and 44-year-old Chow Man-kong latest lawmakers to announce decision not to run for office.

Hong Kong firms urged to find alternatives due to US tariffs, software controls

In anticipation of export curbs on critical software, technology experts warn of a ‘painful’ transition for firms reliant on US-made systems.

Hongkongers snap up tickets to visit PLA naval ships during National Day stop

Qi Jiguang training vessel and Yimeng Shan amphibious landing ship will be open to public on Wednesday and Thursday.

Exclusive | Hong Kong’s John Lee to tackle civil servant accountability in policy address

Move to curb incidents such as recent water scandal, although political observers warn of possible pushback from civil servants.

Hong Kong’s economy is growing, but why are some sectors still hurting?

Ahead of policy address, experts urge the government to support sectors and residents left behind despite the city’s recent growth figures.

Exclusive | 30% of 161 Hong Kong Legco election candidates linked to mainland Chinese firms