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The International Organisation for Mediation will be located in the Old Wan Chai Police Station. Photo: Stanley Shin

Hong Kong courts

Explainer | Why Hong Kong is trying to make waves in global legal scene

The Post looks at how the world’s first international mediation body was conceived and how it compares with Singapore’s efforts in the field.

29 May 2025 - 9:14PM

Hong Kong society

Explainer | From salaries to side gigs and audits: how to navigate Hong Kong’s tax system

26 May 2025 - 8:17PM

Hong Kong tourism

Explainer | Hong Kong is launching 9 ‘hotspot projects’ to boost tourism. So what are they?

21 May 2025 - 10:57PM

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | Are weight loss diets like fasting, low carbs harmful? Hong Kong experts weigh in

The Post unpacks survey findings on where Hongkongers get their diet tips and what experts say can be risky.

19 May 2025 - 10:00PM

Low-carb diets restrict the intake of carbohydrates in favour of high protein foods such as tofu. Photo: Edmond So

BN(O) passport

Explainer | How will UK’s hardening stance on migration affect Hongkongers on BN(O) visas?

The Post reviews possible changes to UK immigration rules and what this will mean for Hongkongers.

17 May 2025 - 7:49PM

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | Covid-19 in Hong Kong: guide to the resurgence in cases and how to stay safe

The Post unpacks the current Covid-19 situation in city and provides all-in-one checklist for staying safe.

16 May 2025 - 8:08PM

Hong Kong national security law

Explainer | How will new subsidiary laws that bolster national security affect Hongkongers?

The Post unpacks details of proposed subsidiary national security legislation and why authorities say city needs the changes.

12 May 2025 - 9:17PM

A billboard for National Security Education Day on display in Sheung Wan. Photo: Eugene Lee

Cathay Pacific

Explainer | How did 3-year-old boy on Cathay flight from Hong Kong get served wine?

The Post explores how crew mistakenly served wine to three-year-old and steps passengers can take to safeguard against such mix-ups.

11 May 2025 - 10:14PM

Hong Kong economy

Explainer | What options do unpaid workers have in Hong Kong if business shuts up shop?

The Post breaks down Ocean Empire’s financial woes and outlines steps workers can take to protect themselves.

9 May 2025 - 8:52PM

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | How can Hong Kong patients benefit from fee transparency in private hospitals?

Consumer Council earlier accused private hospitals of a lack of transparency over pricing information and charging mechanisms.

9 May 2025 - 11:08AM

Authorities hope to improve price transparency in the private sector by putting forward three proposals. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Hong Kong economy

Explainer | What Hongkongers should expect with official end of ‘de minimis’ exemption by US

The Post unpacks consequences of end of rule that allowed products valued at US$800 or below to be shipped to United States duty-free.

2 May 2025 - 11:22PM

Chinese e-commerce giants Shein and Temu have already raised their prices in response to the elimination of the de minimis exemption. Photo: Reuters

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | What to know about prepaid jab packages in Hong Kong amid clinic closure fears

The Post looks at why parents are turning to private clinics for inoculating their children and paying hefty sums for jab packages.

2 May 2025 - 8:39PM

Hong Kong economy

Explainer | How far will Hong Kong’s minimum wage rise of 5.25% go in helping workers?

The Post explores how authorities arrived at HK$42.10 per hour and what it means for workers such as cleaners and security guards.

2 May 2025 - 8:02AM

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | Is acupuncture safe in Hong Kong, and how to avoid ‘flesh-eating infection’?

The Post examines the case of a man who had to amputate his leg after traditional Chinese medicine treatment and seeks answers from experts.

30 Apr 2025 - 6:43PM

Registered traditional Chinese medicine practitioners in Hong Kong must follow a set of guidelines to prevent infection during acupuncture therapies. Photo: Getty Images

Hong Kong economy

Explainer | Cocktails, a drone show and more: what to enjoy in Hong Kong for ‘golden week’

The Post highlights events on both sides of Victoria Harbour, from music to bun scrambling, as city prepares to welcome 840,000 mainland tourists.

30 Apr 2025 - 12:46PM

A drone show over Victoria Harbour in September last year. Hong Kong is planning drone shows for the ‘golden week’ holiday. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong society

Explainer | How to apply for a new Hong Kong smart ID and the penalties for not doing so

Old versions of smart ID cards will become invalid in phases from May 12, and more than 180,000 residents have yet to replace them.

28 Apr 2025 - 7:12PM

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | How the coming new anti-smoking measures in Hong Kong will affect you

Government reveals more details on eight of 10 tobacco control measures in amended bill, including coming ban on alternative smoking products.

26 Apr 2025 - 6:15PM

Hong Kong transport

Explainer | Willing to pay extra for Hong Kong’s Airport Express? Are there cheaper options?

With the MTR Corporation aiming to increase fares, the Post considers alternatives in getting to and from the airport.

23 Apr 2025 - 8:55PM

The MTR has proposed a 9.4 per cent fare increase for the Airport Express meaning journeys from Hong Kong station to the airport will cost HK$120. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong society

Explainer | Ready for your next ski trip? How Hongkongers can stay safe on the slopes

Experts advise how to prepare for potential dangers after death of Chinese national from Hong Kong at Japanese resort.

21 Apr 2025 - 11:35PMvideocam

Hong Kong economy

Explainer | How will Hongkong Post’s suspension of US-bound parcels affect residents?

The Post looks into the postal service’s arrangements as Trump plans raising tariffs on small parcels from the city to 120 per cent.

17 Apr 2025 - 6:55PM

Hong Kong weather

Explainer | Why is Hong Kong suddenly blanketed in haze and how much longer will it last?

The Post breaks down what’s behind the dusty, dry weather that triggered a health warning.

14 Apr 2025 - 11:20AM

An obscured Victoria Harbour seen from Sky100 in West Kowloon. The Environmental Protection Department noted the airborne dust primarily consisted of PM10, or larger respirable suspended particulates. Photo: Sun Yeung

Hong Kong economy

Explainer | How is Hong Kong tackling the impact of the US-China trade war?

The city is caught in the crossfire of Donald Trump’s increasing tariffs on Chinese goods and Beijing’s aggressive retaliation.

12 Apr 2025 - 4:29PM

A view of Kwai Chung Container Terminal in Hong Kong. The city is caught in the crossfire of Donald Trump’s increasing tariffs on Chinese imports and Beijing’s retaliation. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong manufacturers at risk of job cuts, closure over Trump tariffs: experts

Experts also say sweeping tariffs will create vicious cycle of reduced consumption and exporters struggling to survive demand drop.

8 Apr 2025 - 8:15PMvideocam

Hong Kong economy

Explainer | What is Hong Kong’s free-port status and how will tariffs affect the economy?

The Post examines the impact of tariffs on Hong Kong as the city’s stock market suffers its largest single-day loss.

7 Apr 2025 - 9:22PM

Hong Kong economy

Explainer | Why Trump’s axing of ‘de minimis’ rule is no small thing for Hong Kong exporters

White House claims end to duty-free entry for low-value packages from May 2 will stop exploitation by e-commerce companies.

7 Apr 2025 - 4:15PMvideocam

The trade provision allows companies to avoid US import duties by shipping products directly to individual consumers in small parcels, usually via air cargo. Photo: Nora Tam

Hong Kong economy

Explainer | How will Hong Kong businesses brace for impact as US-China tariff war escalates?

The Post looks at sectors that will be affected most as exports worth billions face vastly higher duties.

6 Apr 2025 - 1:00PMvideocam

The US is Hong Kong’s second-largest export market, accounting for US$37.9 billion in merchandise in 2024. Photo: Jelly Tse

US-China trade war

Explainer | After Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’, what’s China’s effective tariff rate?

With US ‘reciprocal tariffs’, taxes on Chinese goods have climbed even further – with some analysts predicting an effective rate of ‘almost 70 per cent’.

3 Apr 2025 - 1:15PMvideocam

China shipbuilding

Explainer | Why Trump is going full steam ahead to keep China’s shipbuilding in dry dock

US policies to curb China’s perceived influence on global shipping and shipbuilding are facing pushback – but Trump seems unlikely to let up.

2 Apr 2025 - 12:30PMvideocam

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