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Greater Bay Area
Greater Bay Area
The "Greater Bay Area" refers to the Chinese government's scheme to link the cities of Hong Kong, Macau, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Zhongshan, Dongguan, Huizhou, Jiangmen and Zhaoqing into an integrated economic and business hub.
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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Why Hong Kong universities are heading north for mainland Chinese collaborations

Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University, which celebrates its 20th year, is a case study for why strategic cooperation is vital.

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Hong Kong transport

Opinion | Why Hong Kong needs an inter-airport rail link with Shenzhen

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | In betting on Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong is really betting on itself

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2025 National Games

Editorial | Hong Kong should seize National Games momentum to build sporting future

The signing of an agreement between the three co-hosts and the General Administration of Sport of China provides a framework for future development.

Wang Xinyu (centre) of Guangdong, Ceci Lee Sze-wing (left) of Hong Kong and Kuok Kin Hang of Macau wave as artists perform during the closing ceremony of the 15th National Games in Shenzhen on November 21. Photo: Xinhua
Fintech

Hong Kong reaps the fruits of fintech seeds sown nearly 10 years ago

Hong Kong’s rise as a fintech hub is due to the concerted regulatory push, with the city competing with Singapore for regional leadership.

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Hong Kong society

Opinion | National Games underscored ties that bind Hongkongers with rest of China

Through tears and celebrations, the Games highlighted the importance of connectivity and the shared spirit among China’s peoples and regions.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s finance chief seeks to attract Italian company listings on HKEX

Financial Secretary Paul Chan touted bilateral trade ties and a shared passion for creativity in his speech to the Trade Development Council.

Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan, seen on Tuesday at a dinner hosted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, hopes to encourage Italian firms to invest in Hong Kong. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong urged to develop cutting-edge tech to meet country’s needs

Hou Jianguo, president of Chinese Academy of Sciences, also calls on city to attract talent and partner with world-class institutions to be I&T hub.

Hong Kong transport

Nearly 2,400 Guangdong drivers apply for cross-border entry scheme into Hong Kong

Only 1,700 picked by computer balloting on Sunday, with successful applicants able to drive into Hong Kong from December 23.

2025 National Games

National Games co-hosts sign 4-party pact to build on cooperation, progress

The deal, which has potential to bid to stage Asian Games or Olympics, aims at boosting cooperation between the three Greater Bay Area regions.

Cyclists compete across the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge in the men’s road race at the National Games, which ended last week. Photo: Xinhua
Banking & finance

Hong Kong’s arbitration edge boosts legal finance, Burford CEO says

The city holds distinct advantages over other arbitration centres due to its proximity to mainland China, Christopher Bogart says.

Christopher Bogart, CEO and co-founder of Burford. Photo: Nathan Tsui
2025 National Games

Games closing ceremony marks more of a beginning than end for Greater Bay Area

A fusion of technology and performing art at new Happy Theatre serves as audition for what may come in the years ahead.

Performing arts in Hong Kong

Sandy Lam, Placido Domingo: 5 China Greater Bay Area music shows in December

See opera legend Placido Domingo in Guangzhou, catch Sandy Lam’s New Year’s Eve show in Shenzhen, watch a Russian classical quartet and more.

Education in Hong Kong

Editorial | HKUST medical school can make a difference as the population ages

A third medical school that promotes medical innovation and scientific research will also enhance the city’s global competitiveness.

The HKUST campus in Clear Water Bay on November 19. Photo: Nora Tam
Banking & finance

Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia set to launch US$1 billion fund, Paul Chan says

A ‘major Saudi development company’ will host a roadshow in Hong Kong next month to seek strategic partners, financial secretary says.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan speaks at the Defining Hong Kong’s Role in the Changing Global Economy conference in Hong Kong on November 18, 2025. Photo: Handout
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.

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Hong Kong transport

3,000 mainland Chinese, Macau drivers join Hong Kong ‘Park and Fly’ scheme

Automatic park facility, where users can leave vehicles and reach airport check-in counters within 30 minutes, welcomes first patrons on Saturday.

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2025 National Games

GBA’s Olympics hopes get major boost after Bach praises ‘world-class facilities’

Former IOC president Thomas Bach says region has all it takes to host future Olympics, praises ‘very exciting’ Kai Tak Stadium.

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Hong Kong fans cheer on the women’s team during the National Games rugby sevens tournament at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Elson Li
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong school fair with mainland China focus set to attract 50,000 visitors

Fair in late November at AsiaWorld-Expo is expected to have 300 institutions taking part.

US-China relations

Editorial | More Trump-Xi summits can only be for the better

Shenzhen will host the next Apec meeting, where Trump and Xi might meet again. Such face-to-face talks are crucial stabilisers.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong eyes stronger commodity trading role amid China’s market reforms, FSDC says

The Financial Services Development Council says a stronger physical trading base will help attract demand for derivatives and position Hong Kong as a leading hub.

The Hong Kong stock exchange offers futures contracts in gold, silver and iron ore, but trading volumes remain limited. Photo: Handout
HKSTP

Hong Kong wealth fund backs surgical robotics start-up to boost biotech drive

Cornerstone Robotics receives US$200 million injection from Hong Kong government’s investment arm and major venture capital firms.

Samuel Au says HKIC’s investment reflects the Hong Kong government’s commitment to support local innovative enterprises to go global. Photo: Jonathan Wong
2025 National Games

Stunning mix of old and new on show as China’s National Games opened by Xi

Opening ceremony in Guangzhou filled with symbolism while emphasising Greater Bay Area’s role in country’s development.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to answer Xi Jinping’s call for Greater Bay Area tech ties: Paul Chan

Financial secretary also vows to help bay area cities tap into international markets by leveraging Hong Kong’s dual roles.

2025 National Games

Andy Lau, Joey Yung among Hong Kong stars performing at National Games opening

Opening ceremony will showcase regional cultural elements using advanced technologies, including AI and virtual reality.

Singer Joey Yung is among the Hong Kong stars who will perform on Sunday evening. Photo: SCMP
Shanghai

China’s growing elderly market a new frontier for international firms at CIIE

From hearing aids to nutrition, foreign brands respond to the rising health needs of China’s ageing demographic.

Elderly men exercise in a park in Beijing. China had 300 million people aged 60 and above at the end of 2024. Photo: EPA
Education in Hong Kong

Opinion | 5 ways Hong Kong can stand out as a global education hub

Hong Kong faces a competitive squeeze between an agile Singapore and a rapidly advancing mainland in the race to attract international students.

2025 National Games

What to know about the National Games, where some of world’s best come to play

Some of the world’s top sportsmen and women will battle it out in the pool, court and track across the Greater Bay Area.

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