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Latest news, analysis and opinion on politics in Hong Kong, covering the Legislative Council, John Lee, pro-establishment and opposition camps, protests, the national security law and the government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
As Hong Kong taxpayers are left with ballooning bills for offices, ex-chief executives must be reminded to act conscientiously and responsibly with money.
As the city marks National Security Education Day, it hears it has to remain vigilant to internal and external threats, and strive for better economic and social achievements.
Along with district councillors, they are in the best position to feel the public pulse and help shape policies and decisions that address people’s needs.
A thorough trial of the waste-charging scheme is paramount given the sharp division of opinion between supporters and critics.
By stepping in to buy broadcast rights, the government has ensured a Paris summer spectacular for sports fans.
Scrutinising policies and questioning funding requests can help a Legislative Council full of ‘patriots’ shed the rubber stamp impression and act more as a check and balance on government.
- Latest figures for Top Talent Pass Scheme show 46,497 applications approved in past financial year
- Influx of high-earners, many of whom will likely need teams of workers, could create more jobs, experts say
Tourism Board invited industry professionals, celebrities and internet influencers to produce over 330 short videos documenting their travel experience in Hong Kong
Development chief Bernadette Linn Hon-ho reveals plan after city leader pledges to review enforcement priorities for buildings failing to comply with fire safety orders.
Delegation meets Hong Kong’s John Lee to discuss creating opportunities for Indonesian companies looking to tap into local, mainland Chinese markets.
Environmental Protection Department says pilot scheme may soon be extended to private estates with fewer than 1,000 households.
Readers discuss attempts to get the government to scrap its scheme for waste reduction, and plans for the Hong Kong Sevens to move to a new stadium.
With record-low election turnout of 27.59 per cent, government spent an average of HK$102 on publicity for each vote in December 10 poll.
No suitable government premises available when Lam finished her term as leader, Director of Administration Millie Ng tells lawmakers.
City leader acknowledges ‘new period of economic development’ for Hong Kong and that local businesses have been adapting to shifting demands.
City leader John Lee says Security Bureau told to table legal amendments for Legco in two to three months, week after fire at New Lucky House left five dead.
Beijing’s foreign ministry arm in Hong Kong condemns UK report, accuses Britain of smearing ‘one country, two systems’ and national security legal framework.
Britain is blatantly interfering with Hong Kong affairs in a futile attempt to undermine the city’s prosperity and stability, government says.
Analysts say call signals central government expects local officials take more proactive approach to boosting economy and tackling deep-rooted issues.
Revised estimate of recurrent expenditure for Carrie Lam’s office at Pacific Place in Admiralty was around HK$9.17 million, director of administration says.
Vigilance is required because of the ‘sudden’ and ‘persistent’ nature of national security risks, he says.
Director of Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office Xia Baolong says ‘one country, two systems’ governing principle will ‘not need to change’.
Chief Executive John Lee, also addressing National Security Education Day ceremony, reminds residents to remain vigilant over persistent risks.
Scientists buoyed after pledge by mainland Chinese officials that Hongkongers will be able to join future polar research missions.
Firms will be able to sign documents digitally and make payments for government services, among host of other features, on platform expected to launch in 2026.
City’s first awareness day following implementation of domestic national security law will be held on Monday and is set to be biggest since 2021 launch.
Commissioner’s office of China’s Foreign Ministry in Hong Kong says advisories defame city’s national security laws and tarnish human rights situation in city.
Zheng Yanxiong, director of central government’s liaison office, says Article 23 law safeguarding national security will enable transition from stability to prosperity.
Commissioner for Transport Angela Lee says authorities will strike a balance between the financial sustainability of trade and public’s acceptance of fare increases.
Secretary for Justice Paul Lam also says many developing countries are eager to get legal training in Hong Kong.
