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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.
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
Hong Kong

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.

Hong Kong national security law

Ex-lawmaker convicted in Hong Kong 47 trial struck off medical register

Hong Kong national security law

Opinion | Hong Kong must stay watchful to protect its hard-won prosperity

Hong Kong

Advisory body to be given power to probe department heads for serious offences

Hong Kong authorities will introduce subsidiary legislation as early as June, as part of broader effort to institutionalise official accountability.

The Hong Kong government headquarters in Admiralty. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s basketball betting U-turn ‘aligns with Beijing gambling clampdown’

Home affairs chief Alice Mak says amendment to legalise basketball betting does not mean government must issue licence regardless of changing conditions.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | 4 identities Hong Kong must embrace to provide global leadership

The city can be a bedrock for world commerce, finance, governance and civilisational exchange as we enter a new phase of globalisation.

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Hong Kong society

Editorial | Path to rehabilitation of those arrested in 2019 unrest is welcome

A recently publicised Security Bureau programme opens the door for thousands to put the baggage of political turmoil behind them.

Police arrest anti-government protesters in Hong Kong, on May 11, 2020. Photo: AP
Hong Kong

Hong Kong to slash over 10,000 civil service posts by mid-2027, minister vows

Civil service minister Ingrid Yeung says close to 60 per cent of cuts will be junior roles and about 3 per cent at senior level.

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Hong Kong

Opinion | Hong Kong increasingly seen as a safe haven in troubled world

The city’s role is evolving and detractors must now acknowledge its strengths.

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Hong Kong society

Time to act on stalled proposal toughening child abuse penalties, lawmakers say

SCMP check finds that only one of 13 cases of serious child abuse offences over more than two decades resulted in close to maximum 10-year sentence.

To push for a higher penalty, lawmakers will have to start a “long-term” discussion with authorities, legislator Nixie Lam Lam says. Photo: Getty Images
Mainland China

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.

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Financial Secretary Paul Chan (right) meets with Yasir Othman Al-Rumayyan, governor of the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund during a trip to Saudi Arabia last year. Photo: Facebook/Paul Chan
Hong Kong

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs wraps up second bay area visit in 3 weeks

Xia Baolong’s successive trips underscore greater urgency from Beijing for Hong Kong’s integration, analysts say.

Hong Kong housing

Landlords of 5,557 subdivided homes seek 3-year grace period to fix flats

Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho says 780 subdivided homes have been granted a grace period.

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Hong Kong

Tighter civil service disciplinary rules risk becoming excessive: union head

Federation of Civil Service Unions chairman raises concerns over civil servant retention amid efforts to deal with underperforming staff.

A union leader has cautioned that increasing pressure on frontline staff could further strain morale, particularly among younger recruits. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Health chief hails tobacco control efforts as smoking rate falls to 8.5%

Prevalence of daily cigarette smokers aged 15 and older fell from 9.1 per cent in 2023.

The smoking rate in Hong Kong has reached a historic low following a continuous decline in recent years. Photo: Jelly Tse
Civil Service Bureau (HK)

151 Hong Kong civil servants dismissed for misconduct, convictions in past 3 years

Police accounted for highest number of cases, but overall civil servant dismissals declined steadily between 2022 and 2025.

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Legislative Council election 2025

Hong Kong spent HK$1.13 billion on Legco poll, up by 35% over figure for 2021

Authorities point to rising technology expenses, staff salaries and venue rentals for increased expenditure.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong immigration chief granted service extension past retirement age

Government says Benson Kwok’s extension aims to ensure a smooth leadership transition within Immigration Department.

Immigration chief Benson Kwok. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

City to set up company this year to fast-track San Tin I&T hub as firms eye move

Government expects to set up fully owned firm by end of year, with CEO and board appointments set for second and third quarters, official Kevin Choi says.

Hong Kong

Opinion | Hong Kong must keep its unique edge even as it enjoys deeper mainland ties

As mainland officials manage Hong Kong affairs through the ‘one of us’ lens, it should not affect the city’s role as a superconnector.

Hong Kong transport

KMB told to probe machines that gave free bus rides as new HK$2 scheme launched

Faulty machines offered full rebates to customers who tapped their Octopus cards.

Another KMB fare rebate machine briefly malfunctioned in Sha Tin on Saturday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Northern Metropolis

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.

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

Editorial | New constitutional affairs chief faces daunting but essential first mission

Janice Tse’s return to lead Hong Kong’s first five-year plan reflects confidence in the professionalism and skills of seasoned bureaucrats.

Hong Kong

New constitutional affairs chief Janice Tse to lead Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan

Former environment permanent secretary appointed to post after city leader John Lee nominated her, citing Tse’s 38 years in government.

Singapore

Singapore’s Lawrence Wong meets tycoons, leaders as he wraps up Hong Kong visit

City state’s prime minister says trip ‘short but meaningful’ and calls for closer cooperation to boost regional growth.

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (right) meets former Hong Kong Chief Justice Andrew Li (left) and ex-chairwoman of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Laura Cha. Photo: Facebook/Lawrence Wong
Hong Kong national security law

Beijing summons US envoy in Hong Kong over alert on national security law changes

City authorities also issue statement after US consulate in Hong Kong warns citizens about new rule criminalising refusal to reveal phone passwords.

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The Hong Kong government headquarters in Admiralty. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong transport

Lawmakers concerned over lack of parking at Huanggang border checkpoint

Hong Kong authorities plan to find a nearby site for parking and provide shuttle buses to the checkpoint building.

Hong Kong

Singapore to explore Northern Metropolis opportunities: Lawrence Wong

City state’s leader says relations with Hong Kong ‘more important than ever’ amid fragmenting world.

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