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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.
Proposed legislation to restrict smoking at sites is a reasonable step towards fostering responsible behaviour and boosting safety.
Whatever cap the government sets on ride-hailing vehicles, it can adjust the number if it proves too cautious to meet user demand.
Moves to regulate the moneylender sector must be accompanied by strengthening law enforcement and stepping up education efforts.
Patients show greater improvement and emotional security as well as less anxiety when visiting hours are extended.
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China and the US need to build strategic trust and a working framework, stabilising ties amid global uncertainty and fragmentation.
The city and other communities should resist the urge to overreact and instead focus on hygiene and other proven best practices.
Backlash at Kwun Tong Maryknoll College shows schools need to work with students and parents to develop guidelines.
Former chief executive Leung Chun-ying is right to stress the need for the sector to enhance its service capabilities amid geopolitical uncertainty.
The historic visit transcends symbolism; insights gained will strengthen the city’s edge while cementing its role in national development.
China needs a powerful military force to defend national interests at home and abroad. Tolerance of corruption is incompatible with that goal.
To borrow his language, US President Donald Trump doesn’t have all the cards. Playing a hand he does not have won’t bode well for ties.
The city is betting on diversification – fully integrating with the mainland economy while expanding trade and business ties with others.
The war has driven home how well suited Hong Kong is to becoming an alternative to Dubai, a major gold trading hub.
Wu Yize’s victory, following that of Zhao Xintong, underlines the rise of Chinese players and will help broaden snooker’s global appeal.
China’s safety record has improved but concerns persist about under-reporting and uneven compliance.
The latest Hong Kong dollar-denominated offerings encourage more issuers from Hong Kong and overseas to explore local‑currency financing.
Fuel subsidies and toll discounts are temporary measures. The city needs to align its energy strategy with China’s five-year plan.
Proposal to improve oversight of claw machines comes amid rising complaints and concerns about gambling and addiction.
While Beijing has made it clear the nation is open for international investment, certain strategic sectors are bound to attract scrutiny.
Without stronger measures that address risks all year round, the city could lose the natural heritage it seeks to showcase.
The tourism sector and the city could soon get a boost from a cross-border solo travel scheme more than 10 years in the making.
Beyond parents and police, constant and comprehensive efforts by the government, legislature, schools and wider community are necessary.
While the latest move to honour the late kung fu star is welcome, more must be done to acknowledge his standing as a pillar of Hong Kong heritage.
A second straight year of profits has eased concerns around the theme park and could set the stage for much-needed expansion.
While some are sceptical of the effectiveness of the latest crackdown on vaping, the city needs to protect the youth from developing a nicotine habit.
The return of star-studded matches featuring top European clubs heralds a second straight summer of football enthusiasm for local fans.
Platforms have outrun legislation but Beijing is pledging better protections for gig workers. Hong Kong is also updating relevant laws.
An annual review of governance standards is a good start but there is still work to be done to bring all sports associations into compliance with guidelines.
While mainland arrivals are still down from their heyday, the tourism strategy is pivoting from pursuing numbers to seeking higher value.
