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Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng
Hong Kong economy
Woo Guangdong visitors under cross-border scheme, Hong Kong transport chief says
Mable Chan notes business sector’s enthusiasm over launch of cross-border scheme that will allow Guangdong drivers to enjoy Hong Kong’s offerings.
3 Jul 2025 - 4:18PM
US-China relations
Trump has a US$30 billion plan to match China at shipbuilding. Can he win?
3 Jul 2025 - 6:00AM
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Hong Kong transport
Mainland Chinese drivers can apply for Hong Kong entry permits in November
2 Jul 2025 - 11:57PM
South China Sea
Beijing sanctions South China Sea legal claim architect Francis Tolentino
Move comes one day after the former Philippine Senate leader’s term ended and bars him from entry to the mainland, Hong Kong and Macau.
1 Jul 2025 - 7:58PM
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Hong Kong politics
Hong Kong in ‘critical stage of opening new chapter’, Beijing liaison chief says
Speaking on eve of handover anniversary, Zhou Ji also says tackling core issues and maintaining ‘bottom line’ of safety key for growth.
30 Jun 2025 - 11:21PM
China’s Communist Party
New rules to set boundaries for China’s top decision-making bodies
Communist Party’s inner circle reviews proposal to ensure coordinating groups don’t overstep their authority.
30 Jun 2025 - 8:17PM
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Hong Kong politics
Hong Kong justice minister says ‘soft resistance’ term political, not legal
‘Soft resistance is not a legally defined principle. It was never meant to be a term that had a very rigid definition,’ Paul Lam says.
30 Jun 2025 - 6:26PM
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IPO
Ex-HKEX CEO Charles Li’s new venture aims to shake-up Hong Kong’s capital market
Charles Li’s newly launched Micro Connect International Finance hopes to raise more than HK$150 million under the Chapter 21 listing rule.
30 Jun 2025 - 11:23AM
China society
Editorial
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Victory Day parade is a showcase for unity
September 3 event in Beijing will serve as a reminder of how cooperation can defeat even the darkest of evils.
30 Jun 2025 - 6:45AM
Taiwan
How Taipei-controlled island close to mainland coast shows limits of both sides
Quemoy is administered by Taipei but has a front-row seat to Beijing’s cross-strait integration charm offensives.
29 Jun 2025 - 8:41PM
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Hong Kong tourism
Meet the Hong Kong tour guide offering visitors an Anthony Bourdain-style trip
Angel Lau encourages travellers to step beyond the city’s glitzy side and sample lesser-known locations showcasing its true essence.
30 Jun 2025 - 1:38PM
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Hong Kong economy
Beijing approves convention establishing global mediation organisation in Hong Kong
Country’s legislature also declares government will not submit its disputes under WTO to new body.
27 Jun 2025 - 11:00PM
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Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Macau police smash cross-border syndicate behind 168 scam cases
Officers arrest three men and four women over investment-related scams involving HK$22 million in losses.
27 Jun 2025 - 7:29PM
Abby Choi - murder of a model
Duo jailed for 6 months for helping Abby Choi’s ex-husband in Hong Kong escape bid
Court earlier found Lam Shun and Irene Pun guilty of agreeing to arrange boat to Macau for person named ‘Alex’ to evade criminal sanctions.
27 Jun 2025 - 5:48PM
Hong Kong national security law
Hong Kong’s new bounce, 5 years post-national security law
There are signs that the city has bounced back, but worsening US-China tensions keep storm clouds lingering.
27 Jun 2025 - 8:04AM
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Hong Kong sports
‘Powerful energy’: Hong Kong Jockey Club gives HK$450 million for National Games
Hosting the Games is a crucial task for Hong Kong this year, government minister says.
27 Jun 2025 - 1:15AM
China property
Macau luxury property The 13 Hotel sells for HK$600 million to a local buyer
The sale to an unidentified buyer in Macau marks the city’s first hotel-related property transaction since the fourth quarter of 2017.
25 Jun 2025 - 9:21PM
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Hong Kong transport
Letters
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Let’s move towards a unified platform for taxi and ride-hailing services
Readers discuss a solution for point-to-point transport services, a way to improve the Guangdong driver scheme, and national security law.
25 Jun 2025 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong stock market
Hong Kong stocks jump to 3-month high on rate-cut hopes, bets on fund inflows
No luck for two market debutants CaoCao and XJ Electrics as steep losses in both stocks made it a day to forget.
25 Jun 2025 - 4:42PM
Artificial intelligence
iFlytek unveils medical AI, smart classroom tech in Hong Kong amid global push
Hong Kong would be a launch pad for the company’s global expansion in the future, founder and chairman Liu Qingfeng said on Tuesday.
24 Jun 2025 - 9:00PM
Hong Kong national security law
‘Soft resistance’ is real and still exists in Hong Kong, John Lee warns
Chief executive says criticism of local government is acceptable only if it does not intend to undermine national security.
24 Jun 2025 - 9:26PM
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Education in Hong Kong
Safeguarding national security routine part of Hong Kong education, bureau says
Schools offering non-local curricula have responsibility to help students acquire correct understanding of national security law, bureau says.
25 Jun 2025 - 9:18PM
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Education in Hong Kong
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It’s our ‘internal strength’: University of Hong Kong head on top rankings
Xiang Zhang likens HKU’s QS ranking advancement to training in martial arts, says good ranking is ‘by-product’ of university’s efforts to build up its academic excellence.
24 Jun 2025 - 11:12AM
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Hong Kong economy
Head of Malaysian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong expected to move into new role
Gan Khai Choon, who has led business lobby since its inception in 2014, says he may switch to less hands-on role.
24 Jun 2025 - 8:33AM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis can benefit from EU firms’ expertise: John Lee
City leader says Hong Kong and EU can collaborate on climate change solutions, a day after Xia Baolong called for expediting megaproject.
23 Jun 2025 - 8:28PM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong government orders report after 2 driverless buses collide at airport
No passengers on board at time of accident, but experts urge thorough investigation as airport set to expand use of driverless vehicles.
23 Jun 2025 - 11:24PM
Hong Kong national security law
Hong Kong still faces ‘severe’ threats but must seize the day: Xia Baolong
Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs lays down direction for city’s development at high-level national security forum.
21 Jun 2025 - 8:05PM
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Hong Kong politics
Xia Baolong holds 3-hour closed-door talks with Hong Kong business leaders
Director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office also visited Ocean Park in the afternoon before taking a boat trip to Lamma Island.
20 Jun 2025 - 11:05PM
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