Central government developing Hengqin to promote diversification of Macau’s economy and give convenience to residents, president says at inauguration of city’s new leader.
Chinese president says Macau and Hong Kong must maintain ‘one country, two systems’ principle for long time.
President urges city to embrace reforms, attract a broad pool of talent and increase its presence on the global stage.
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Chinese president lays out ‘three expectations’ for city with ‘embracing a broader vision’ at top of list.
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President and his wife Peng Liyuan arrive in Macau on visit to mark 25th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese administration.
Gaming hub prepares for visit by President Xi Jinping, who will inaugurate Macau’s new leader Sam Hou-fai on Friday.
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Three times the size of tiny Macau, Hengqin island has potential to expand capacity for events, visitors.
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Chief Executive John Lee ends duty visit to Beijing on Saturday after meeting President Xi Jinping the previous day.
Newly appointed tourism chief Rosanna Law also expresses optimism city will hit 46 million arrivals in 2024.
Lee later says he briefed the president on the city’s budget deficit, pledging to spend three to five years to balance the books with ‘a series of strategies’.
Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning says Beijing has stated its position to the US.
Source says chief executive could meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday, as city leader makes trip just week after cabinet reshuffle.
Drama set around funeral trade is highest-grossing Chinese-language film ever in Hong Kong.
Police say the worker landed on truck loaded with bamboo poles, with pictures online showing the victim bloodied from the fall.
Boy, 14, contacted police on Saturday morning after boar attacked him at campsite in New Territories.
New faces part of gambit to minimise any damage to his government’s standing and even secure decisive short-term wins on the tourism and aviation fronts, analysts say.
City leader has replaced tourism minister Kevin Yeung and transport chief Lam Sai-hung with Rosanna Law and Mable Chan, respectively.
Rosanna Law to replace Kevin Yeung, while Mable Chan will succeed Lam Sai-hung.
Zheng Yanxiong warns against acting ‘as kind person with wishful thinking’, as city marks first Constitution Day since passing Article 23 law.
Chief executive also says economic outlook bright with Beijing’s backing and local push to expand presence in new overseas markets.
Experts say meeting between Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs and private sector leaders represents ‘explicit’ call to action.
Real estate companies have been asked to support city by bidding on projects related to mega developments such as Northern Metropolis, minister says.
Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office head meets real estate tycoons and tells them to ‘recognise their responsibilities’.
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Bill allowing president to close city’s trade missions has passed House and could become tool for Trump to negotiate with China, experts say.
Hong Kong economy will inevitably be hurt as the US is likely to raise tariffs on Chinese goods and toughen tech policies, academic says.
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Former consul general Kurt Tong also urges Hong Kong government to change Americans’ tainted perceptions about the city through advocacy.
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Sam Hou-fai says talk with Xi showed Chinese president’s solid understanding of city’s challenges, including healthcare and urban renewal.
Seven-time champion arrived in Hong Kong amid plans by UK to abolish non-domicile tax status as part of revenue shake-up.
Labour chief Chris Sun says he understands director of immigration used personal ties to facilitate seven-times world champion’s move to city.
Remote employment will be accepted on condition that they earn HK$1.2 million a year and pay income taxes in the city.