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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.
Legislative Council president Starry Lee chairs the first meeting of the eighth legislature in Admiralty on January 14. Photo: Eugene Lee
Two Sessions 2026

Opinion | Mainland-style oversight system could help Legco to deliver

Hong Kong’s executive-led governance system may just need a different type of oversight where the legislature can perform well.

Panama

Panama urges Chinese shipping giant Cosco to resume operations at canal

Two Sessions 2026

What are Hong Kong’s next best steps after ‘two sessions’ in Beijing?

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Funding cuts trigger calls for help on jobs from Hong Kong’s physiotherapists

Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association alarmed by hiring freezes and job losses at NGOs despite rising demand for services.

Hong Kong has about six physiotherapists for every 10,000 residents. Photo: Shutterstock
Two Sessions 2026

Hong Kong’s John Lee pledges to align with nation’s new 5-year plan

‘Hong Kong must seize every opportunity to align proactively with national strategic requirements,’ city leader says.

Two Sessions 2026

How will Hong Kong follow mainland China’s ethnic unity promotion law?

Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress set to be passed at the closing session of 14th National People’s Congress.

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Two Sessions 2026

Hong Kong Legco to explore mainland-style oversight system for bills enforcement

Legco president Starry Lee’s proposal follows Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang’s call for city’s legislature to deliver more ‘practical outcomes’.

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Starry Lee also brushed off concerns that the city’s first five-year plan could undermine the ‘one country, two systems’ principle. Photo: Jelly Tse
John Lee

Opinion | Hong Kong must keep pace with China’s development push

In the run-up to and during China’s ‘two sessions’, Beijing leaders have made it clear to the Hong Kong government that it must improve its governance and efficiency.

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Hong Kong economy

Agility and adaptability are in Hong Kong’s DNA, former leader CY Leung says

Geopolitical uncertainties will not hamper city’s ability to carry out its responsibilities to national development, he says.

Two Sessions 2025

Editorial | Vital to consolidate executive-led system for Hong Kong’s development

Chinese leaders stress that all of Hong Kong, from government branches to society, have a shared responsibility to ensure the system truly works.

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu (right), beside Macau Chief Executive Sam Hou-fai, at the opening meeting of the fourth annual session of the 14th National People’s Congress in Beijing on March 5. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Opinion | Paul Chan must deliver the fiscal discipline Hong Kong needs

Fiscal prudence is vital if Hong Kong is to fund the Northern Metropolis and other costly development plans in an uncertain geopolitical climate.

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A view of the Hung Shui Kiu development area, part of the Northern Metropolis project. Photo: Sam Tsang
Ding Xuexiang

‘Deliver more practical outcomes,’ Chinese vice-premier tells Hong Kong Legco

Ding Xuexiang says he hopes Legco will explore and study executive-led governance for practical outcomes that meet the requirements of the central government.

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Two Sessions 2026

Chinese vice-premier stresses shared duty in Hong Kong’s executive-led governance

Ding Xuexiang calls the executive-led model vital for aligning the city with China’s five-year plan and national integration.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan charged over driving against traffic in Wan Chai

Black Tesla limousine was filmed travelling against the flow of traffic on Jaffe Road in Wan Chai on January 23.

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The viral video clip showed a black car driving against the flow of traffic in Wan Chai. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Beijing tasks Hong Kong with enhancing role as an international finance centre

City priorities in 15th five-year plan draft include development of a commodity trading ecosystem and deepening cross-border connections of financial markets.

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The Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Chinese Premier Li Qiang calls on Hong Kong to improve governance efficiency

Delivering work report at NPC opening session, Li also urges city to fully harness its unique advantages to act as bridge to world.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong tycoons say Middle East outlook remains promising despite conflict

New World scion Adrian Cheng highlights city’s status as safe haven for capital; K Wah’s Francis Lui says property and stocks holding firm.

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Hong Kong economy

Beijing to roll out more measures for Hong Kong as John Lee praised for work

Central government will also make further arrangements in 15th five-year plan to support Hong Kong, National People’s Congress spokesman says.

The opening meeting of the fourth session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference held today at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong

Focus on development and cherish stability, Xia Baolong urges Hong Kong

Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office director meets local delegates ahead of annual political gatherings in capital.

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Two Sessions 2026

‘Two sessions’ to ‘focus on Hong Kong’s financial role, Northern Metropolis’

Meetings of Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and National People’s Congress begin on Wednesday and Thursday respectively.

Hong Kong housing

Are new Hong Kong subdivided flat standards triggering a wave of evictions?

Basic Housing Units Ordinance takes effect on Sunday, with landlords required to make renovations to ensure properties meet new standards.

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Chan Sai-chiu has made efforts to make his home more comfortable, but he is set to be evicted to make way for renovations. Photo: Eugene Lee
US-Iran tensions

Cathay Pacific suspends all Middle East operations after US-Israeli attack on Iran

Hong Kong’s Airport Authority says at least nine flights have been cancelled or postponed.

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A plume of smoke rises following a reported explosion in Tehran on Saturday. Photo: AFP
CK Hutchison

CK Hutchison subsidiary slams Panama over ‘unnotified intrusion’ at storage site

Panama Ports Company accuses Panamanian authorities of undermining due process with raid, slams earlier takeover of canal ports as ‘illegal’.

Hong Kong housing

Some Hong Kong landlords spend millions fixing subdivided flats ahead of new law

As some rush to revamp subdivided flats before the new law takes effect, others hesitate, wary of exact requirements, hidden costs and uncertain returns.

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Hong Kong courts

Opinion | A speedy pardon in the Jimmy Lai case is unlikely

Foreign governments campaigning for the former media boss’ release should thoroughly look into the nuances of the case as the legal process plays out.

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Correctional Services Department vehicles leave the West Kowloon Court after former media tycoon Jimmy Lai was sentenced to 20 years in prison for violating the national security law, on February 9. Photo: Eugene Lee
The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department

Open recruitment for hygiene chief ‘can attract innovator for tech push’

Hong Kong’s civil service chief defends shift from typical internal recruitment for head of Food and Environmental Hygiene Department.

The government’s decision to hold open recruitment for the director’s post marks a departure from the traditional practice of appointing career administrative officers. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong

Letters | As geopolitical tensions rise, Hong Kong needs clear, confident messaging

Readers discuss the government’s recruitment for the post of director of information services, and pay tribute to an advocate for international collaboration in space.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | Executive-led governance in Hong Kong must start by listening to the people

As the head of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office has stressed, an executive-led system must be coherent to be effective, and this requires building consensus.

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