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Chief Executive John Lee (centre) has delivered his third policy address. Photo: Eugene Lee

14 things you need to know about Hong Kong leader John Lee’s third policy address

New rules to eradicate substandard subdivided flats and measures to attract visitors from Middle East, Asean and mainland among highlights.

Plan for HK$336 million Chinese culture centre in Hong Kong gets initial nod

Hong Kong builders owe ‘HK$290 million in unpaid wages, subcontractor fees’

Hong Kong lawmakers call for contingency plans after mega drone show cancelled

Ionospheric interference, mainly caused by solar storms, forces cancellation of two drone shows for National Day celebrations.

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Thousands of people had converged on the cultural hub to wait for the National Day-themed performances. Photo: Sam Tsang

Editorial | Cut red tape to reduce costs of construction in Hong Kong

Spiralling expense and occasional delays of civil engineering projects risk damaging the competitiveness of Hong Kong.

Hong Kong must up its game on ‘mega events’, sports sector lawmaker says

Lawmaker Kenneth Fok says most of the city’s mega events are regional or district activities rather than top-tier ones.

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Hong Kong government lambasts UK’s ‘despicable’ 6-month monitoring report on city

Strongly-worded statement defends city’s ‘law-based governance’ and rejects British claim that China fell short on commitment to Joint Declaration.

A billboard in Quarry Bay promotes the Beijing-imposed Hong Kong national security law in 2020. Photo: Sun Yeung

Hong Kong, Beijing slam US advisory on security law as ploy to hurt economy

China’s foreign ministry arm in the city also demanded Washington lift all sanctions and stop its interference of local affairs.

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Hong Kong to screen out ‘undesirable’ travellers, says residents not affected

Authorities say the system, which will take a year to be implemented, will alert them of passengers such as potential asylum seekers.

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Hong Kong judges deny plea to spare AbouThai founder jail time in subversion case

Three-judge panel says request from defendant turned prosecution witness Mike Lam ‘unrealistic’ given gravity of his offence.

A panel of three judges has denied a request from Mike Lam, founder of a Thai grocery chain, to receive community service in lieu of prison time. Photo: May Tse

New batch of Hong Kong subsidised flats ‘good deal’ even with lower discount

More than 7,000 subsidised flats to be offered at a 30 per cent discount to market prices under Home Ownership Scheme.

Flats will be offered at five sites, including one in Kai Tak. Photo: Elson Li

Chinese University of Hong Kong picks ex-Legco administrator as vice-president

Institution’s governing council appoints Kenneth Chen to serve three-year term following special meeting on Monday.

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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Hong Kong top talent scheme should have age limits, target sectors: lawmakers

Lawmakers raise suggestions after Chief Secretary Eric Chan reveals government wants to broaden Top Talent Pass Scheme.

Chief Secretary Eric Chan (fourth from right) speaks to attendees of a talent mentorship programme at the Hangzhou National Archives of Publications and Culture. Photo: Handout

Ex-Legco secretary general tipped for senior job at Chinese University of Hong Kong

Source says Kenneth Chen, who held Legco role since 2012, being considered for vice-presidency job, after previous incumbent sacked last December.

The vice-presidency position is an administrative role at the university. Photo: Eugene Lee

Have Hong Kong lawmakers become ‘yes men’ under ‘patriots-only’ Legco?

Analysts say line ‘unclear’ for lawmakers trying to keep government in check, while also cooperating in overhauled legislature.

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Hong Kong leader John Lee set to make third Asean trip in 2 years

High-level delegation will include officials, lawmakers, business chamber heads and representatives from various sectors.

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Hong Kong smart and green mass transit system on track with HK$262.5 million deal

Highways Department signs consultancy agreement with Arup-AIS Joint Venture consortium, expects to invite tenders for construction in 2026.

Traffic congestion at the Kwun Tong Bypass. The Highways Department said trains in the new transport system were likely to be driverless. Photo: Winson Wong

Bird in the hand a headache for Hong Kong as officials hunt for home for emu

Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department says no one has come forward to claim big flightless bird as search for new home continues.

Hong Kong sellers’ threshold for redevelopment of old buildings cut to as low as 65%

Development minister Bernadette Linn hopes measures will take effect in mid-December, rejects concerns that move only benefits developers.

Crackdown on illegal structures at Hong Kong luxury homes continues, Legco told

Authorities issue dozens of removal orders and statutory notices to homeowners after Post investigation reveals widespread breaches of law.

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An aerial view of Block B at Flamingo Garden, where many homeowners have landed in hot water over planning breaches. Photo: May Tse

Letters | Protect small property owners in Hong Kong’s old neighbourhoods

Readers discuss the well-being of grass-roots residents in ageing districts, the role of cryptocurrency in a kidnap case, and why Hong Kong airport must be better prepared for disruptive incidents.

A glimpse of residential buildings in Sham Shui Po, one of seven districts facing redevelopment. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

‘No signs’ of collective corruption among Hong Kong civil service: anti-graft body

Civil Service Bureau also fends off grilling from lawmakers on anti-graft efforts, days after ICAC arrests government staff in bribery case.

36% of young Hongkongers not working or studying have no interest in jobs: poll

Employees Retraining Board conducts survey to address training needs for local labour force amid manpower shortage.

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Changes to registration for Hong Kong dentists, including internships, ‘historic’

Secretary for Health Lo Chung-mau says amendments also include limited registration and special registration for dentists trained outside city.

A controversial plan for internships for Hong Kong dentistry graduates has been backed by lawmakers. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong 47: ex-lawmaker says ‘radicals’ forced her to back 2020 subversion bid

Helena Wong’s legal team seeks jail term limit of three years in landmark national security case, as other defendants make mitigation pleas.

Hong Kong police at West Kowloon Court amid the city’s largest national security trial. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

Sanctions, decoupling will ‘breed resentment’, Hong Kong’s foreign envoys told

US Consul General Gregory May later says he welcomes ‘friendly exchanges’ with lawmakers.

Hong Kong 47: Joshua Wong seeks no more than 10 years’ jail for role in plot

Joshua Wong, 27, appears in court with five other opposition figures to seek lighter sentences for their roles in scheme tied to unofficial primary election.

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Legislative Council of Hong Kong
The Legislative Council of Hong Kong is made up of 70 members who debate and pass bills. Half of the Legco members are directly elected by voters in geographical constituencies and the remaining 35 members are returned by 29 functional constituencies.  The next elections will be held in September 2020.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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