US Tesla chief, who continues to respect Chinese makers of electric vehicles, not only met Premier Li Qiang but also came away with some good news.
Talks on trade imbalances and Ukraine war await Chinese president as he first heads to France in pursuit of ‘pragmatic’ European policy, then Serbia and Hungary, before returning to host Vladimir Putin.
Attracting listings to the bourse from Southeast Asia, the Middle East and other regions, and introducing trading when typhoon signal No 8 is in force are at the top of his list.
Taiwan move to wipe away past ignores legacy of late president, who played key wartime role, paved way for ‘economic miracle’ and believed in ‘one China’.
Heartbreaking case of alleged child abuse by nanny from city neighbourhood scheme raises questions about screening, instruction and assessment.
As Beijing restructures the economy, the importance of having accurate and precise information from across the country is critical.
Third girl dies from virus as H1 strain sweeps city, helped by Hong Kong’s low herd immunity and poor vaccination rate
Stronger safety net on wages for city’s worst paid and most vulnerable is to be welcomed despite inflation and cost fears.
As many as 19 Hong Kong education institutions are interested in joining an ambitious mega development, the Northern Metropolis, on land close to the border with mainland China.
Holders of documents in mainland China will be able to enjoy 14 days from next week, and talent scheme will be expanded to Beijing and Shanghai.
Mainland Chinese regulator has announced a strong package of measures to support city’s status as Asia’s – and indeed the world’s – premier financial hub.
Hong Kong’s world-class public healthcare system has one major flaw: it is woefully inadequate for dental care.
Hong Kong authorities must offer sufficient protection to the environment and wildlife from risks posed by the giant technopole project.
Beijing visit by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken keeps talks open between the two superpowers with the Ukraine war, Russian relations and Mideast conflict looming large.
Tragedy of two Hong Kong sewer workers is yet another grim reminder of city’s failings on occupational safety and what needs to be done.
Pledge to use city’s new domestic national security law only in compelling circumstances and to promote ‘soft power’ suggests a subtle change in government stance.
With city’s reputation as the world’s busiest container port just a memory, a plan to revive it as an international maritime hub that has the Greater Bay Area on its doorstep raises hopes.
Thankfully, Hong Kong authorities recognise the healthy development of the media industry and its consumers is the way to go, not legislation that is difficult to draft and inevitably restricts press freedom.
City went ahead with single use-plastics ban as planned, now it needs to apply the lessons learned to help make a success of the pay-as-you-throw charging scheme.
Deadly flooding downstream in Guangdong province and extreme drought upstream in hydropower hub of Yunnan show how critical the issue of climate change has become.
Job-hopping staff have raised concerns among Hong Kong employers, and there is a need to balance the rights of both parties, but the city would be better off trying to attract additional workers.
Beijing accuses Brussels of protectionism over its threatened tariffs against imports of competitively priced quality cars, putting relations on an even rockier road.
Top Talent Pass Scheme drew nearly 46,500 successful applicants in the past financial year, and they must be encouraged to put down roots so local people can also benefit.
Automatic right to screens in Hong Kong courts that spare complainants from having to face the accused would encourage victims of crime to come forward, and enhance justice.
Millions of dollars are being spent every month to maintain facilities that are no longer needed.
Dozens of companies from various countries have already signed up for the ambitious project that will see the creation of thousands of jobs.
The pressures on the city’s fleet of 18,163 cabs are significant, but for residents and visitors alike, attention to improving the quality of service could help soften the blow from having to pay more for the ride.
With an estimated 50 trillion yuan digital market just across the border, Hong Kong must be ready to unleash its potential and gain a big slice of that economic pie.
Hong Kong must come up with more targeted and effective promotions to avoid missing out on tourists from mainland China in May Day break bonanza.
Pragmatism is at play in each relationship between the West and China, not least with Berlin and Beijing. For German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, that means continued engagement and commerce.