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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.
Guo Jiakun, a spokesman for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, defended Hong Kong’s handling of the Jimmy Lai case after being asked whether authorities would consider freeing the jailed former media tycoon. Photo: Johannes Neudecker/dpa
2026 Xi-Trump summit

China backs Hong Kong courts, ignores calls to free Jimmy Lai ahead of Trump visit

Beijing reaffirms support for Hong Kong judiciary as foreign ministry calls former media boss ‘principal mastermind’ of 2019 anti-government protests.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | As claw machines proliferate, Hong Kong must regulate the unregulated

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Hong Kong society

Exclusive | Cigarette butts ‘strong evidence’ of smoking ban breach at work sites: Chris Sun

Legislative Council of Hong Kong

Editorial | Beijing trip will help Legco sharpen Hong Kong’s development blueprint

The historic visit transcends symbolism; insights gained will strengthen the city’s edge while cementing its role in national development.

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu (front and centre) poses for pictures with newly elected legislators at the Legislative Council building in Admiralty on January 1. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong housing

Janice Tse is the ‘property queen’ of Hong Kong ministers. Here’s what she owns

Tse was appointed constitutional affairs chief in March to succeed Erick Tsang, who stepped down in January, citing poor health.

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Hong Kong-UK spying row

Why the UK won’t shut Hong Kong’s London trade office despite spying verdict

Analysts say British authorities will prioritise stable ties with Beijing given current geopolitical uncertainties.

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Britain

Video | UK court convicts 2 men from HK trade office of spying

Hong Kong government claims case ‘absolutely unrelated’ to the administration, while Chinese embassy in UK condemns ‘political move’.

Chinese embassy in Britain slams conviction of 2 men linked to Hong Kong trade office
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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong needs the people’s wisdom for its 5-year plan to succeed

The city can fuse market dynamism with strategic direction – but the key is support from the private sector and the public.

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Hong Kong-UK spying row

Beijing hits out at UK over conviction of 2 men tied to Hong Kong trade office

Foreign ministry accuse UK of abusing the law after Bill Yuen and Peter Wai found guilty of spying on Hong Kong activists in Britain.

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Legislative Council of Hong Kong

Entire Hong Kong Legco to visit Beijing for first time since 1997 handover

Lawmakers have been told visit to the capital will run from July 19 to 25, SCMP has learned.

All 90 lawmakers are expected to join the delegation to visit Beijing in July. Photo: Sam Tsang
Legislative Council of Hong Kong

Hong Kong Legco issues warning to lawmaker Judy Chan over traffic offence

Judy Chan says she’s deeply sorry for disappointing the public, with Legco stressing the incident had a negative impact on its reputation.

Lawmaker Judy Chan (left) and Legco president Starry Lee. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | With Beijing’s backing, Hong Kong can plan for future energy crises

Fuel subsidies and toll discounts are temporary measures. The city needs to align its energy strategy with China’s five-year plan.

Infrastructure

Opinion | Hong Kong should study how Singapore awards infrastructure contracts

A system that rewards the lowest bidder encourages a race to the bottom, while rewarding bids close to the average promotes honest pricing.

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Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Opinion | Paul Chan should welcome lawmakers’ budget scrutiny, not dismiss it

Far from being ‘alarmist’, legislators are right to raise concerns about the administration’s fiscal plans and their impact on the city’s future.

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Financial Secretary Paul Chan leaves the chamber in the Legco Building after delivering his 2026-27 budget address on February 25. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Former police spokesman John Tse set for top government media role

John Tse is expected to take over as director of Information Services Department on Tuesday.

John Tse is expected to take up the post as early as Tuesday. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Civil Service Bureau (HK)

Top civil servants ‘liable if they don’t flag systemic loopholes’ under proposal

Civil service chief also says public perception can play role in decisions on pay adjustments for government employees.

CLP Group

Beijing’s Xia Baolong, top energy official meet with CLP’s Michael Kadoorie

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, National Energy Administration hold separate meetings with energy tycoon.

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Jimmy Lai

Hong Kong slams attempts to sugarcoat Jimmy Lai case in press freedom index

Authorities accuse some media groups of conflating Lai case with press freedom to vilify Hong Kong and mislead public.

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Former media boss Jimmy Lai. The founder of the now-defunct tabloid-style newspaper Apple Daily was sentenced to 20 years in prison in February. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong

Will top Hong Kong civil servants pay price for blunders under new system?

Former ministers, senior officials and observers point to practical challenges of attributing responsibility.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong surplus hits HK$11 billion as finance chief ‘monitors’ Mideast war

Financial Secretary Paul Chan says surplus revised to HK$11 billion, HK$8.1 billion higher than the HK$2.9 billion originally forecast in budget.

Hong Kong transport

Rail giant using AR technology to fast-track work on Northern Link station

Augmented reality inspection system is being used at Kwu Tung station to help workers simulate future scenarios.

Augmented reality technology allows workers to see how the completed station will look. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Initial support for HK$1 billion buyback of block unscathed in Tai Po blaze

Nearly 80 per cent of Wang Chi House homeowners willing to sell, with buy-back of tower to cost about HK$1 billion, deputy financial secretary says.

Wang Chi House (in green mesh) was originally excluded from the government’s long-term resettlement plan for Wang Fuk Court residents unveiled in February.Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong protests

Bureau defends Hins Cheung mentor role after mainland China online backlash

Internet users in mainland China slam move to make Cantopop singer mentor in project to rehabilitate young protesters.

Hong Kong

Opinion | Hong Kong’s civil service accountability system will end buck-passing mentality

From water scandals and a seat belt fiasco to the Tai Po tragedy, blaming the system can no longer be a blanket excuse for not doing the job.

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Diplomacy

Opinion | It’s time to unlock Hong Kong’s international relations potential

Globally connected and intellectually vibrant, the city can offer cutting-edge research and lead diplomatic debates of global importance.

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Hong Kong’s Central district on January 26. Hong Kong is often described as a “superconnector” between China and the world. Yet in the study and practice of international relations, the city remains intellectually vibrant but structurally peripheral. Photo: Jelly Tse
John Lee

Editorial | Public input is key in setting out Hong Kong’s first five-year plan

Different sectors should have a real chance to contribute ideas, identify bottlenecks and help define what Hong Kong could do better.

People head to work during the morning rush hour in Kwun Tong on October 14, 2025. Photo: May Tse
Britain

Former Hong Kong trade office chief contesting UK local elections for Reform

Former trade office director Lee Sheung-yuen bids for London council seat as compatriots seek re-election as Liberal Democrat candidates.

Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong seeks to seize HK$56.5 million, 17 companies from jailed Jimmy Lai

Secretary for justice has applied to the High Court to seize Lai’s assets linked to national security offences.

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