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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.
Starry Lee and Ronick Chan separately take their oaths at the Legislative Council chamber on January 1. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong

Opinion | Starry Lee or Ronick Chan? Lawmakers’ choice will reveal their priorities

How legislators vote will show how they see their roles and whether they prioritise national and city interests above personal political gain.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s Route 6 set to fully open in 2026, transport chief Mable Chan says

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | Hong Kong’s John Lee has sciatica. Here’s what you need to know about the condition

Legislative Council of Hong Kong

Veteran Hong Kong lawmakers Starry Lee, Ronick Chan to vie for Legco presidency

Lee and Chan are running to succeed Andrew Leung as Legco president, with a vote on January 8.

Starry Lee (left) and Ronick Chan at the Legco oath-taking this week. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | New strategy for the Northern Metropolis may be a game changer

The more agile corporate-led strategy, which balances government leadership with market mechanics, could be a blueprint for managing other projects.

Hong Kong

Editorial | Expectations for Hong Kong’s newly sworn-in legislators are clear

Lawmakers must actively represent the people, raise questions about the work of the government under the Basic Law and cooperate on finding solutions.

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Legislative Council of Hong Kong

‘Be public representatives,’ John Lee tells Hong Kong lawmakers at oath-taking

John Lee, first city leader to speak at Legco oath-taking ceremony, urges lawmakers to proactively advise government and provide effective solutions.

Chief Executive John Lee has warned newly elected lawmakers against “soft resistance” and acts that stir conflicts. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

‘Hong Kong has lived up to expectations,’ Beijing says in new year message

City leader John Lee vows to deepen reform and seize opportunities in online post, following President Xi Jinping’s wishes for the city.

Hong Kong society

The politicians, athletes, everyday people who made headlines in Hong Kong in 2025

From Regina IP and Vivian Kong to Jimmy Lai and Ryan Choi, the Post looks at the headline makers of 2025.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Groups welcome updated Hong Kong biodiversity plan but call for more details

Government unveils Hong Kong Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan, which sets out strategies for the next 10 years.

Sharp Island is a popular destination with tourists in Hong Kong. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Hong Kong must start work on a better future in the new year

With a spirit of togetherness, the city can forge ahead in 2026 with optimism and hope, despite global uncertainties.

A junk boat sails across Victoria Harbour on February 27. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Hong Kong leader vows to boost livelihoods, fast-track housing projects in 2026

Chief Executive John Lee also pledges to strengthen I&T development and align with nation’s 15th five-year plan.

Jimmy Lai

Hong Kong politics in 2025: Jimmy Lai verdict, Legco poll and Panama port saga

The Post rounds up major political events that made 2025 a significant year for the city.

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Beijing’s liaison office

Ex-shipping leader joins Hong Kong liaison office amid stalled ports deal

Former executive of Chinese shipping giant Cosco will replace Qi Bin, who is set to take up role in top national advisory body.

Zhang Yong, a former executive at Chinese shipping giant Cosco Shipping Group, has been appointed a deputy director of Beijing’s liaison office in Hong Kong. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Low-income patients call for more help as steeper Hong Kong hospital fees loom

From January 1, patients will need to pay more for certain services, and while safety net will also be widened, some people have fallen through the cracks.

Public hospital fee increases come into effect on January 1. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong to raise fines for 19 traffic offences on January 1

New penalties to range from HK$480 for minor offences to HK$1,500 for serious violations such as driving more than 45km/h over speed limit.

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Vivian Kong Man-wai

Incoming Hong Kong lawmaker Vivian Kong to shift to Jockey Club consultant role

Former boss Freely Cheng says Olympian will continue to promote racing tourism in her new role with the club.

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Mainland China

Hong Kong liaison office’s Qi Bin to take up role in Beijing on economic affairs

Qi Bin expected to be appointed deputy director of economic committee under Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference.

Qi Bin, who turned 57 last month, was appointed by the State Council in November last year to take up the post of deputy director of the central government’s liaison office in Hong Kong. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s Starry Lee seeks to unite lawmakers, but quiet about Legco presidency

Asked if she plans to run for position, Lee says her roles as a delegate to China’s top legislative body and at Legco do not conflict.

Mainland China

Hong Kong’s role to be discussed in China’s top legislature annual session

Sole delegate to National People’s Congress Starry Lee expects the city’s role in finance, trade, and innovation to be discussed in 15th five-year plan.

Hong Kong

Back reforms and align with nation, Legco chief tells new Hong Kong lawmakers

Andrew Leung ‘confident new lawmakers can draw on their professional expertise … to fully support government in driving reform’.

Elected lawmakers meet the media at the Legislative Council complex. Photo: Edmond So
Legislative Council election 2025

Young people’s input needed on pressing Hong Kong issues, incoming lawmaker says

Lawmaker-elect Grace Chan also says there is room for more effective communication within the social welfare sector.

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Grace Chan beat two other candidates for the social welfare seat. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong housing

Opinion | Hong Kong’s fire victims need empathy, clarity and a plan

The fire must compel us to re-examine how we assign risk, structure contracts, insure homes and support communities after a catastrophe.

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Legislative Council election 2025

Deadly Tai Po blaze affected Hong Kong Legco election voter turnout: minister

Constitutional affairs chief Erick Tsang says city’s worst fire in decades ‘dampened enthusiasm’, leading to second-lowest rate since 1997.

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Hong Kong

Labour MPs urge UK to protect Hong Kong BN(O) migrants from residency reforms

Lawmakers voice ‘significant concerns’ that tighter residency criteria could undermine efforts to safeguard Hongkongers’ settlement pathway.

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Labour MPs have called on the UK government to protect Hongkongers from stricter residency rules under the proposed BN(O) visa overhaul. Photo: EPA-EFE
Legislative Council of Hong Kong

Hong Kong lawmakers-elect want more exchanges with government in policymaking

Elected legislators say sharing session shows government values ties with lawmakers and call for earlier engagement to create better policies.

About 70 of the 90 newly elected lawmakers joined the 1½-hour exchange with top government officials on Thursday. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong scraps New Year’s Eve fireworks, moves countdown to Central

Chief Secretary Eric Chan chairs interdepartmental meeting on arrangements for welcoming visitors over New Year break.

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Accidents and disasters in China

How will Jimmy Lai’s conviction affect China-UK ties, Starmer’s planned visit?

Outcome of ex-media tycoon’s Hong Kong trial poses stern test for Labour government’s balancing act with Beijing, observers say.

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