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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.
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US-China relations

Panama ports defeat shows China faces tougher test in Latin America

China pushed back after Panama stripped CK Hutchison of two Panama Canal ports as Beijing contends with more active US competition in Latin America.

Hong Kong economy

CK Hutchison takes Panama to arbitration after court voids canal port rights

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Hong Kong transport

Editorial | Valuable lessons to be learnt from U-turn on seat belt law in Hong Kong

China-UK relations

UK’s Starmer faces backlash over China trip amid claims he was ‘tricked’

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch accused the UK prime minister of adopting a ‘supine and short-termist approach’ to China.

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Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer visiting the Forbidden City in Beijing. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to formulate first 5-year plan to align with national blueprint

Task force led by Chief Executive John Lee will formulate plan, which one expert says signals greater government role in city’s development.

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Hong Kong

Opinion | 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.

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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.

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A poster in Wan Chai commemorating the fifth anniversary of the 2020 national security law. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong housing

Opinion | 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.

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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.

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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.

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Tsung Tsin Middle School’s licence was revoked last summer. Photo: Jelly Tse
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.

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The Executive Council’s purpose is to assist the chief executive in policymaking. Photo: Elson Li
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.

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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.

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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.

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Chief Executive John Lee (left) and Erick Tsang. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong

Editorial | 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.

The Hong Special Administrative Region and Chinese national flags outside the Legislative Council complex on March 19, 2024. Photo: Jelly Tse
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.

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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.

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Tianjin

Editorial | 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.

People on an escalator look up at the government’s headquarters in Tamar, Admiralty, in February 2025. Photo: Edmond So
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.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Editorial | 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.

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.

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Jimmy Lai faces life in prison after being convicted by a Hong Kong court of national security offences. Photo: Reuters
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.

John Lee has pledged to pursue full accountability of the city’s deadliest fire in decades. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong water procurement scandal

Editorial | 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.

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.

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.

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Tianjin Liaison Unit director Ricky Cheng. Photo: Handout
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.

Some professionals in Hong Kong are still struggling with the concept of child abuse, according to an NGO. Photo: Getty Images
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.

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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.

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