Readers discuss the need to avoid getting caught up in US-China tensions, preventing crime on the airlines, the perks of living in Hong Kong, and a marketing expert’s optimism about the city’s future.
Readers discuss the stakes of reaching a climate finance deal at Cop29 and the need for a global effort against greenhouse gas emissions.
Readers discuss the urgent need to manage climate risks, the real danger on MTR escalators, and paying attention to domestic workers’ mental health.
Readers discuss public choice theory, and rational people’s reaction to Donald Trump’s re-election.
Readers discuss the impact of Europe’s tariffs on Chinese EVs, and better solutions to Hong Kong’s ageing problem.
Readers discuss Xia Baolong’s call for business leaders to support the city’s growth, potential new Hong Kong attractions and facing up to depression.
Readers discuss the MTR’s latest safety campaign, the potential for thriving esports sector in Hong Kong and how opinion polls got it wrong on the US presidential race.
Readers discuss protecting the legitimacy of the COP climate talks, how a hit film is tapping Hong Kong’s rich traditions and the sales of phone subscriptions to foreign domestic workers.
Readers discuss the need to overhaul a typhoon signal system last revised in 1973, forging partnerships for Hong Kong’s industrial modernisation, the application of the rule of law in Hong Kong and football violence in Amsterdam.
Readers discuss how Beijing might work with the incoming Trump administration, shoebox housing and the retirement age in Hong Kong and the treatment of an Iranian protester.
Readers discuss the MTR’s campaign to encourage people to stop walking on escalators and green shoots in China-India relations.
Readers discuss the call for a bigger push on vocational studies in Hong Kong, the contributions of the late Po Chung, and the government’s eHealth upgrade.
Readers consider the impact of Donald Trump’s return to the White House and the reasons for Kamala Harris’ loss.
Readers discuss proposed reforms to Hong Kong’s outpatient services, the city’s aspirations to be an education hub, Trump’s MAGA movement and North Korea’s continuing missile tests.
Readers discuss the need for legislation to prevent misuse of robots, service standards on Hong Kong buses, and the impact of surging food prices.
Readers discuss Russia’s threat of nuclear strikes and North Korea’s role in the Ukraine war, Cheung Chau’s fading charms, and Hong Kong’s outstanding healthcare service.
Readers discuss the government’s moves to recognise creative property rights and address livelihood and community concerns.
Readers reflect on the results of the 2024 US presidential election and lessons learned.
Readers discuss how to bolster the ‘Study in Hong Kong’ brand, Leung Chun-ying’s warning of housing oversupply, and a potential iconic tourist draw for Hong Kong.
Readers discuss Asean’s challenge to remain relevant, a Hong Kong company’s celebration of the panda cubs, and how John Lee compares with past leaders.
Readers discuss how the city can widen its talent pool, Halloween’s impact on young children, and Trump’s possible return as US president.
Readers discuss disillusionment with the US political system, the Democrats’ uphill battle to win over Arab Americans, the cruelty of zoos, and Hong Kong’s drive to promote itself.
Readers discuss the benefits of tapping the Muslim travel market, a Swiftie’s failed attempts to secure an Eras Tour ticket, and poverty alleviation in Hong Kong.
Readers discuss how Hong Kong can attract well-connected professionals, a local ballet’s cross-cultural appeal, and why the second phase of the city’s plastic ban shouldn’t be delayed.
Readers discuss the uproar over the waving of Chinese flags at a cultural festival, the push for a Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, Hong Kong’s efforts to legalise same-sex relationships, and the city’s clean-factory initiative.
Readers discuss how ubiquitous scams and fraud have become, why rule of law matters in discussions on marriage equality and help for our struggling elderly.
Readers discuss viable measures to control supply and raise demand, visiting mainland China on the new travel permit and how Malaysia should handle South China Sea tensions.
Readers discuss the government’s focus in job creation, contribution to public service by the late Michael Suen and the UN’s role in the Gaza war.
Readers discuss the user-unfriendly voting system in the United States and how AI could help improve special needs education.
Readers discuss the government’s responsibility to citizens in reducing liquor tax and the penalties being imposed for plastic cutlery.