Eric Chan Kwok-ki

University calls for government funds for shared sites in Northern Metropolis

20 Sep 2026 - 3:33PM

John Lee policy address 2026

Self-funded campuses favoured in Hong Kong’s new university towns

18 Sep 2026 - 4:33PMvideocam

14 key takeaways from John Lee’s policy address, Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan

Chief executive lays out how the five-year plan will align the city more closely with the national development blueprint.

17 Sep 2026 - 5:25PM

Chief Executive John Lee leaves the Legislative Council chamber after delivering Hong Kong’s first five-year plan and the annual policy address. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong society

Philanthropic giving in Asia forecast to hit US$1.5 trillion over next decade

Corporate giving makes up the largest share of philanthropic spending in Hong Kong, report says.

7 Sep 2026 - 9:17PM

Hong Kong

‘I cannot sleep’: Hong Kong Nepalese man searches for cousin missing in flood

Y.B. Gurung said he last spoke with his cousin shortly before massive glacial collapse and was asking Chinese embassy for help.

4 Sep 2026 - 12:21AM

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong and Shenzhen test crossings at revamped Huanggang Port ahead of opening

Latest drill checked for any hiccups in how private cars will cross into Shenzhen and use of ‘joint clearance’ e-channels.

22 Aug 2026 - 10:29PM

Civil servants take part in the test at the Huanggang Port crosing on Saturday. Photo: Elson Li

The latest 10,000-strong drill focused on vehicle clearance operations. Private cars were arranged to simulate the vehicle clearance process for entry to Shenzhen. Photo: Elson Li

Authorities simulate a scenario where a passenger is found to have a fever and sent for a further check. Photo: Elson Li

In Focus | Hong Kong’s university town: where’s the money and what will success look like?

In order for universities to expand successfully into the Northern Metropolis, clear development parameters, timelines and financing models are needed.

14 Aug 2026 - 3:31PM

Hong Kong youth

Editorial | Student of the Year Award winners set inspiring example for Hong Kong

The awards, which celebrate young people’s achievements, marked their 45th edition, with plans afoot to extend the scheme to the Greater Bay Area.

14 Jul 2026 - 7:15AM

Student of the Year Awards: 40 pupils lauded as organiser reveals expansion plan

Starting next year, awards scheme to feature new AI literacy category and seek to recognise student excellence in places beyond Hong Kong.

11 Jul 2026 - 11:22PM

This year’s award winners are joined on the stage by government and community leaders. Photo: Karma Lo

Hong Kong society

‘I didn’t want to miss it’: Hongkongers see off PLA warships after port call

Chief Secretary Eric Chan says it was a precious opportunity for residents to appreciate the country’s achievements in defence and the military.

6 Jul 2026 - 9:06PM

Guided-missile destroyer Nanning departs Hong Kong. Photo: Robert Ng

Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis university town tender to launch in 2 months

Education minister Christine Choi says 22-hectare site in Hung Shui Kiu will comprise three university campus sites.

6 Jul 2026 - 7:30AM

Hong Kong racing

Fans, tourists visit Sha Tin, Happy Valley for Hong Kong Reunification Raceday

Renowned mainland tenor Zhang Yingxi among those leading celebration of 29th anniversary of reunification lauded as ‘joyous occasion’.

1 Jul 2026 - 8:18PM

John Lee

Hong Kong, Fujian sign 6 deals to deepen finance, tourism and education ties

Chief Executive John Lee is leading a Hong Kong delegation on a three-day trip that includes visits to tech firms and cultural projects.

22 Jun 2026 - 10:24PM

John Lee (left) meets provincial party chief Zhou Zuyi to discuss deepening cooperation between Fujian and Hong Kong. Photo: Handout

Editorial | New poverty measure in Hong Kong won’t change duty to those in need

Whether household income or a more holistic framework is used to gauge poverty, it is important that the most vulnerable don’t slip through the safety net.

20 Jun 2026 - 7:15AM

An elderly person in Wan Chai on June 18. About 20 per cent of Hong Kong’s 491,200 elderly-only households comprise members all aged 80 or above, making them among the most vulnerable groups, according to a report by the Commission on Poverty. Photo: Nora Tam

University town framework unlikely to be unveiled before five-year plan released

Government previously planned to publish Northern Metropolis University Town Development Conceptual Framework in the first half of year.

19 Jun 2026 - 9:08PM

Hong Kong changes how it defines poverty but experts express doubt about move

Government adopts new 21-indicator framework in efforts to help needy and raises concept of ‘social transfer values’ for first time.

18 Jun 2026 - 11:31PM

University town to set aside land to capitalise on future social, tech changes

Education minister Christine Choi says university town, which falls under Northern Metropolis, to have distinctive Hong Kong characteristics.

10 Jun 2026 - 8:58PM

The proposed university town includes a site spanning Hung Shui Kiu and Ha Tsuen. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong draws over 1 million mainland ‘golden week’ visitors but spending lags

Authorities say shopping centres and catering sector reported growth, but industry leaders flag inconsistent spending.

7 May 2026 - 12:17AM

Hong Kong to launch public consultation on first 5-year plan this quarter

City leader John Lee urges public to weigh in as government accelerates preparations for city’s first five-year plan.

21 Apr 2026 - 10:40PM

Hong Kong tourism

Mainland Chinese to make 980,000 inbound trips to Hong Kong for Labour Day break

Estimate from Immigration Department represents 7 per cent increase from last year’s holiday.

20 Apr 2026 - 7:12PM

Tourists arrive in Hong Kong via the West Kowloon high-speed rail terminus. Photo: May Tse

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs meets city’s leaders in capital

HKMAO director Xia Baolong holds talks with Chief Secretary Eric Chan, finance chief Paul Chan and new mainland affairs minister Janice Tse.

17 Apr 2026 - 3:20AM

HKMAO director Xia Baolong holds talks with Chief Secretary Eric Chan, Financial Secretary Paul Chan, Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Janice Tse and other officials. Photo: Handout

Exclusive | EU budget chief pushes collaboration, bonds on Hong Kong leg of Asia tour

Piotr Serafin says EU remains open to capital from city and mainland China despite pursuing a ‘de-risking strategy’ in certain key sectors.

15 Apr 2026 - 11:30PM

Hong Kong’s ministerial team spent HK$46.6 million on visits in past 3 years

Former lawmaker Tik Chi-yuen asks whether taxpayer money is being well spent, but government says quantifying value of trips not always possible.

12 Apr 2026 - 9:00AM

University town to be fast-tracked, Eric Chan says after mainland China visit

Hong Kong’s No 2 official also says authorities will devise plan to attract top institutions from across border and overseas to take part.

3 Apr 2026 - 8:49PM

Chief Secretary Eric Chan (second from left) and his working group visit a university campus in mainland China in 2024. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong to meet uncertainty with openness, John Lee tells Boao Forum for Asia

‘Regional economies are joining hands to ensure we continue to be a driver of global growth and a pillar of stability,’ city leader says at annual event in Hainan.

24 Mar 2026 - 11:38PM

Hong Kong leader John Lee arrives in Haikou, Hainan. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong braces for 11.38 million trips during Lunar New Year travel rush

Projected figure marks 16 per cent increase from last year, according to Immigration Department.

15 Feb 2026 - 9:37PM