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The Executive Council, or Exco, is a body of advisers that helps the chief executive in policymaking.

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Hong Kong leader John Lee may have had a decent first six months, but much remains to be done in terms of housing, employment, welfare protection and other livelihood issues.

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  • City leader says sentences will only be reviewed if correctional services commissioner believes reduction is not detrimental to national security
  • ‘This is exactly what I want to tell the public: do not try to do any behaviour or activities that endanger national security … do not try to test the law,’ he adds

Experts say government must ‘redouble’ efforts to tackle worries raised by overseas community over domestic national security law to preserve city’s position as international hub.

No hint of dissent in Legislative Council as all 88 members take turns over 10 hours to speak of their ‘historic mission’ to plug legal loopholes.

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Insiders reveal calculated strategy to catch foreign powers off guard and curb impact of potential sanctions or smear campaigns ahead of passing of Article 23 bill.

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One of the most notable clauses empowers chief executive in council to make subsidiary legislation ‘for the needs of’ safeguarding national security.

Chief Executive John Lee says he has written to the Legislative Council president, telling him enactment of law is a constitutional responsibility of the entire city.

The Post sets out what the consultation document says will be done and lists out key concerns raised by different players, ahead of the launch of the official bill.

Chief Executive John Lee says authorities will continue to follow up on the incident even after organiser Tatler Asia withdrew an application for HK$16 million in funds.

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Nine chapters released in consultation paper for residents to offer their views, with activities such as treason, insurrection and theft of state secrets targeted.

Veteran politician Regina Ip hits back at anti-LGBTQ lawmakers calling for cancellation of Gay Games, with group seeking her resignation for officiating at event.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan says newly launched ‘Night Vibes Hong Kong’ campaign will ‘create happy memories’ for residents and boost tourist numbers.

Executive Council member Ronny Tong urges luxury homeowners in Tai Tam to take initiative in proposing how government slope they occupied should be repaired.

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