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SCMP Editorial
Editorials represent the views of the South China Morning Post on the issues of the day.
Editorials represent the views of the South China Morning Post on the issues of the day.
By serving as a ‘superconnector’ for Chinese and foreign capital, the city has sharpened its edge in landing strategic enterprises.
The city’s anti-scam work must continue to evolve as scammers exploit new vulnerabilities with AI and seemingly limitless imagination.
The rugby tournament has emerged from the pandemic and a venue change with record attendance and a bright future.
As financial incentives fall flat, the government should take aim at the pressures holding back family formation.
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For long-time US ally Riyadh to seek out China suggests a growing lack of conviction among countries that the US alone can shape the global order.
Along with flag-raising and other activities, the revised framework will support young Hongkongers in cultivating a deeper sense of belonging to the nation.
A recent Ombudsman report highlights worrying shortcomings in the enforcement of the city’s laws against animal cruelty.
Different sectors should have a real chance to contribute ideas, identify bottlenecks and help define what Hong Kong could do better.
Even with a slew of policies, the city must work harder to create a safe, supportive environment in which young people can thrive.
While pain and grief will be relived, it is a process of healing and closure for residents and the Hong Kong public.
Kazakhstan’s issuance of yuan-denominated debt shows developing nations can use ‘panda bonds’ as stepping stones into global capital markets.
Efforts to ensure accountability can nurture a more proactive culture and tackle problems before they spill into public view.
Low-cost tours have proved difficult to eradicate but measures such as random inspections and harsher penalties could be considered.
The study could help lay the groundwork for personalised health management strategies, revolutionising how societies approach ageing.
Beijing’s cross-strait measures convey to people in Taiwan that engagement with the mainland can deliver concrete results.
Statistics point to a culture in which harassment is considered acceptable. Employers must make clear that misconduct will not be tolerated.
This year’s Hong Kong Sevens will round out a week of iconic sporting events, with attendance expected to smash records.
In addition to efforts to secure repayment of defaulted loans, the public should receive an accounting of whether the spending was a good investment.
During a ceremony marking National Security Education Day, leaders spoke of the need to be vigilant against various risks and challenges.
By fostering tech and talent exchange, the new MOU reinforces Hong Kong’s financial standing and advances China’s national development goals.
Officials have warned that launching the betting scheme at this time would encourage participation in illegal prediction market gambling.
The rapid loss of confidence in the US opens the door for China and especially Hong Kong.
The government is moving in the right direction, but every resident and sector must be able to benefit from the promise of AI.
A recently publicised Security Bureau programme opens the door for thousands to put the baggage of political turmoil behind them.
If successful, the transit system would support Kai Tak’s growth and serve as a blueprint for agile, multi-modal transport citywide.
The scheme has improved the lives of pupils across the city, but means-tested eligibility risks excluding many more struggling families.
At stake is not just the survival of international schools that don’t meet non-local student quotas, but also the city’s status as a global hub.
Recent events are nudging Hongkongers to move past long-standing taboos and embrace end-of-life and funeral planning.
The rare meeting with Xi is a vital reminder of how the mainland and Taiwan can work together to turn around a fraught relationship.
