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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.
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.
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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.
As returning residents share images of their charred homes, the inquiry shines a light on systemic flaws that contributed to the tragedy.
The industry needs more than subsidies and discounts to sustain development. It must reinvent itself with more gems and new operating models.
Success will be measured not only in ticket sales or rental income, but in how the site enhances Hong Kong’s global image.
Practical tips issued by Hong Kong’s Privacy Commissioner are a timely step as children expand their digital footprints more than ever today.
Shifting responsibility for inspection costs to flat owners is a promising option and one worthy of support.
As a centre for international and mainland Chinese capital, Hong Kong is well positioned to help firms across Asia attract investment.
Advanced robots in daily lives are both inevitable and desirable. But it’s more important that they work as humanised machines.
Forty years on, the legacy of Chernobyl is a reminder that energy security cannot come at the expense of public trust.
If Hong Kong can enforce standards without closing its doors, it can serve as a role model of how to treasure visitors and the environment.
By serving as a ‘superconnector’ for Chinese and foreign capital, the city has sharpened its edge in landing strategic enterprises.
