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Hong Kong transport
Editorial
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Valuable lessons to be learnt from U-turn on seat belt law in Hong Kong
The government and legislators must ensure the law can achieve its intended purpose of ensuring public safety before it is reintroduced.
3 Feb 2026 - 7:15AM
China-UK relations
UK’s Starmer faces backlash over China trip amid claims he was ‘tricked’
3 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong to formulate first 5-year plan to align with national blueprint
2 Feb 2026 - 8:55PM
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Hong Kong
Opinion
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Hong Kong’s seat belt policy U-turn shows little learned from waste levy mess
Once again, despite good intentions, policymakers have failed to consider every eventuality and prepare adequately.
2 Feb 2026 - 11:29AM
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Hong Kong national security law
‘Soft resistance’ among 4 main national security risks in Hong Kong: Chris Tang
Security chief tells radio show such threats ‘have not diminished’ and cites hotline that has received 1.1 million reports, some leading to arrests.
1 Feb 2026 - 7:20PM
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Hong Kong housing
Opinion
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Hong Kong must fix Tenants Purchase Scheme’s flaws before any relaunch
The public housing sale scheme for tenants was a bold experiment that delivered partial success but left thorny problems.
1 Feb 2026 - 9:30AM
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Hong Kong transport
Failures on 2 fronts led to Hong Kong’s seat belt U-turn, experts say
Officials and lawmakers have to put themselves in the public’s shoes when formulating policies, political observers say.
31 Jan 2026 - 10:21PM
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Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong steps up scrutiny of private schools
Education Bureau releases code of practice for private primary and secondary schools.
31 Jan 2026 - 8:15PM
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Executive Council of Hong Kong
‘Outcomes, not output’: Exco held 25% fewer meetings over John Lee’s tenure so far
Figures show advisory body convened 119 meetings and discussed 602 items over first 3½ years of Chief Executive John Lee’s tenure.
31 Jan 2026 - 9:30PM
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Xi Jinping
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
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Mainland China
On the wrong side: Hong Kong politicians trade barbs over lawmaker’s driving
In WhatsApp group chat screen grabs seen by the Post, Choy So-yuk accuses Regina Ip of double standards in defending Judy Chan over alleged traffic offence.
27 Jan 2026 - 9:29PM
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Hong Kong
Hong Kong minister Erick Tsang resigns, reveals prostate cancer fears
City leader John Lee dismisses speculation about more principal official departures, says his cabinet ‘shares his philosophy’ and has met expectations.
27 Jan 2026 - 8:57PM
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Hong Kong
Editorial
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Executive-led model key to Hong Kong’s success
With the city’s new legislature in place, it is time to further reinforce the executive-led system laid out in the constitutional order.
27 Jan 2026 - 7:15AM
Xia Baolong
Perform on ‘same stage’, don’t undermine: Xia tells Hong Kong lawmakers, judges
Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs calls for stronger ‘ownership’ of city, rejects hostile forces promoting separation of powers.
27 Jan 2026 - 12:41AM
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Hong Kong society
Hong Kong lawmaker ready to face legal consequences after ‘rash’ driving decision
Judy Chan also says she will refrain from driving for a while as she issues another apology to the public.
24 Jan 2026 - 9:02PM
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Tianjin
Editorial
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Civil service misconduct in Hong Kong must be handled resolutely
The case of a senior civil servant who flaunted his luxurious lifestyle on social media has raised questions about integrity and clean governance.
24 Jan 2026 - 6:45AM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan ‘sorry’ over traffic incident caught on camera
Viral video shows car heading along Jaffe Road against the flow of traffic.
24 Jan 2026 - 3:09AM
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Hong Kong environmental issues
Editorial
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Hong Kong’s slope safety monitoring must keep pace with climate change
While the risk of casualties from slope failure has not been high, the city mustn’t be complacent amid reports of repeated landslides.
23 Jan 2026 - 6:45AM
Jimmy Lai trial
Beijing, Hong Kong slam European bid to sanction officials over Jimmy Lai trial
Resolution in response to conviction of former media boss also calls for rethink of city’s trade status under World Trade Organization.
23 Jan 2026 - 11:13PM
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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
No Hong Kong cabinet reshuffle until Tai Po blaze probe wraps up: sources
Speculation is swirling that two ministers are leaving their cabinet appointments.
22 Jan 2026 - 9:38PM
Hong Kong water procurement scandal
Editorial
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Bottled water scandal should prompt civil servants to exercise due diligence
As three logistics department officers face action over the incident, Hong Kong must work to restore public confidence in the civil service.
22 Jan 2026 - 7:15AM
CPPCC
John Lee calls Hong Kong’s CPPCC delegates a ‘steadfast patriotic force’
City leader praises Hong Kong members of nation’s top political advisory body as he hosts vice-chairman of its 14th National Committee.
21 Jan 2026 - 9:45PM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong official fired, faces criminal probe following online ‘perks’ posts
Ricky Cheng’s trip to Macau suspected of breaching provisions under Prevention of Bribery Ordinance regarding civil servants, government says.
22 Jan 2026 - 8:50PM
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Hong Kong society
Hong Kong professionals brace for tough calls under new child abuse law
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance takes effect on Tuesday, covering over 100,000 people across 25 professions.
20 Jan 2026 - 10:08AM
Hong Kong housing
‘Helpless’: Hong Kong subdivided flat tenants seek aid as eviction looms
Housing Bureau says it is in contact with 109 households in Cheung Sha Wan’s Yee Wa Building, with many tenants needing transitional homes.
20 Jan 2026 - 12:23PM
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Hong Kong courts
Rule of law in Hong Kong ‘more robust’ than any single case: chief justice
Calls for early release of any defendant on political grounds strike against the rule of law, Chief Justice Andrew Cheung says of Jimmy Lai case.
20 Jan 2026 - 2:14AM
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Hong Kong
Opinion
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Government knows best? Hong Kong policymakers need to listen more
From Tai Po redevelopment to anti-bid-rigging measures, Hong Kong policies appear to have been shaped with little legislative input.
19 Jan 2026 - 9:30AM
Hong Kong society
Editorial
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To walk the pet-friendly path, Hong Kong needs a comprehensive policy
The city will have to balance the interests of pet owners and those of others, but it’s time it moved forward on becoming more pet-friendly.
18 Jan 2026 - 7:15AM
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