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Hong Kong has been caught in the crossfire between Beijing and Washington amid escalating geopolitical tensions in recent years. Photo: Reuters

US to ‘reap what it sows’ with ban on China tech investment: Hong Kong’s John Lee

City leader warns rules targeting investment in semiconductors, quantum technologies, AI to hurt both free markets and US’s own interests.

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Hong Kong to hold drills at Kai Tak stadium ahead of Coldplay shows: John Lee

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John Lee warns of strong response to US bill targeting Hong Kong trade offices

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My Take | Possible closure of Hong Kong trade missions in US is no big deal

The annual high cost of running these offices with diminishing value for money in a hostile America could be a blessing in disguise.

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The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that could close Hong Kong’s trade offices in the United States. Photo: AFP

Hong Kong firms ‘will see US as more difficult, risky’ if trade offices close

Analysts say US bill to close Hong Kong outposts in country has high chance of becoming law, but some shrug off move as ‘highly symbolic’.

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Opinion | Hong Kong must keep faith with West Kowloon Cultural District

As a showcase of Hong Kong stories and a launching pad for Chinese soft power, the West Kowloon Cultural District is a public good deserving of public funds.

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Deng Xiaoping’s one country, two systems path for Hong Kong – a work in progress

Hong Kong analysts and experts discuss how Deng Xiaoping’s policy approach to the city has changed amid protests, pandemics and economic changes.

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Illustration: Henry Wong

Hong Kong Exco convenor Regina Ip appeals for retail rent cuts to help businesses

Regina Ip says she and New People’s Party colleagues found 104 vacant stores and stalls in two shopping centres and market in Southern district

Editorial | Doraemon success a sign Hong Kong mega subsidies not always necessary

City tour of blue cartoon robot cat attracted 5 million people and boosted food and beverage sales, without any government handouts.

Exclusive | Hong Kong should work with mainland China to host ‘Belt and Road Games’: Ip

Regina Ip says city must also reposition itself in new geopolitical landscape and tap emerging markets such as Middle East.

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Regina Ip gives a keynote speech at the Post’s Redefining Hong Kong conference. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong’s Regina Ip defends fencer Vivian Kong’s thesis against ‘rabid attacks’

Ip mounts defence of Kong after fencer attacked over 2021 thesis defending ‘one country, two systems’ governing principle and ‘patriots only’ rule.

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Exco convenor Regina Ip has leapt to the defence of Olympic gold medallist Vivian Wong after online attacks on her 2021 master’s degree thesis. Photo: SF&OC

Exclusive | Hong Kong out to ‘make friends’, grow economy through new networks: John Lee

City will also continue to fight ‘a serious disinformation campaign’ orchestrated by the West, chief executive says.

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Hong Kong leader to ‘fully pursue’ economic growth, livelihood issues

John Lee will travel to Guangzhou to discuss collaboration on range of issues, says constitutional reform not a priority.

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Hong Kong’s John Lee demands probe into airport flight display system failure

‘I must again emphasise that Hong Kong International Airport forms an important part of the city’s competitiveness,’ John Lee says.

Airport staff write departure times and gate numbers on whiteboards with marker pens during the computer glitch on Sunday. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong’s top decision-making body approves 3% pay rise for all civil servants

Chief Executive-in-Council has endorsed the increase for all government workers.

A recent pay trend survey had suggested salary increases of up to 5.47 per cent for Hong Kong government staff. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong civil servants to get 3% pay rise, below survey advice level

Secretary for the Civil Service Ingrid Yeung says ‘balanced decision’ on civil service pay rise made amid budgetary restraints and need for ‘financial prudence’.

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Trains to depart Hong Kong at night, arrive in Beijing in morning from June 15

Chief Executive John Lee welcomes new arrangement and expresses gratitude to the central government and China Railway for their ‘care’.

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Editorial | Door is still open for lawful Hong Kong remembrance of June 4 crackdown

The days of staging a mass vigil in the city are in the past but this is nevertheless a time for remembrance, reflection and hopes of moving forward.

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Candlelight vigils, attended by tens of thousands in Causeway Bay’s Victoria Park, marked the anniversary of the 1989 Tiananmen crackdown for three decades. Photo: Felix Wong

Exco members say Hongkongers can mark Tiananmen crackdown in private

Executive Council convenor Regina Ip says she sees no problem with private commemoration of Tiananmen Square crackdown.

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Hong Kong government breakthrough as protest song removed from top music sites

‘Glory to Hong Kong’ no longer available on Apple Music or Spotify, even with use of VPN, indicating takedown not limited to Hong Kong.

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Editorial | Economic and social situation should guide Hong Kong civil service pay rises

Annual survey findings calling for increases ranging from 4.01 to 5.47 per cent depending on grades may work in boom times, but perhaps not in the current climate

Hong Kong civil servants leave work during lunch time. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

Internet firms have complied with Hong Kong protest song injunction: John Lee

Chief Executive John Lee says there is no link shown on any local platform relating to the song ‘Glory to Hong Kong’.

The protest song “Glory to Hong Kong” emerged during the social unrest in 2019. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong civil servants could get pay rises of up to 5.47% if survey endorsed

Findings of pay trend survey suggest increments of 4.01% for high-ranking civil servants, 4.32% for middle-level ones and 5.47 per cent for junior staff.

Hong Kong welfare chief defends proposed social worker regulator shake-up

Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun says Social Workers Registration Board in urgent need of reform, with body already given chances to improve in recent years.

Exco agrees to tougher actions on convicted Hong Kong social workers

Those convicted of serious offences including endangering national security, ill-treating a child, rape or murder, can be permanently removed by social work regulator.

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Labour minister Chris Sun has said the Social Workers Registration Board “clearly ignored social interests”. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong cabbies upset over HK$2 flag-fall rate rise after request for HK$6

Executive Council HK$2 fare increase decision ‘unfair to us’ Hong Kong Taxi and Public Light Bus Association chairman Chau Kwok-keung says.

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The starting rate for green New Territories cabs will rise to HK$25.50. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong can ‘look to mainland China and beyond for tourism boost’

Betty Yuen of the city’s General Chamber of Commerce says the sector can explore new markets in Asean and the Middle East.

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Editorial | Hong Kong working poor fully deserve better deal under new formula

Stronger safety net on wages for city’s worst paid and most vulnerable is to be welcomed despite inflation and cost fears.

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Executive Council of Hong Kong
The Executive Council, or Exco, is a body of advisers that helps the chief executive in policymaking.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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