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MTR Corp, how about some lift etiquette first?
Readers discuss the MTR’s campaign to encourage people to stop walking on escalators and green shoots in China-India relations.
13 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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DSE a waste of time for Hong Kong youth not cut out for academics
12 Nov 2024 - 2:30PM
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Those who don’t like Trump must still agree US democracy works
12 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong’s working class deserve world-class medical care
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.
11 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
Patients visit the general outpatient clinic in Hong Kong’s Sai Wan Ho district in September last year. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
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Is Hong Kong ready for the advent of robots in daily life?
Readers discuss the need for legislation to prevent misuse of robots, service standards on Hong Kong buses, and the impact of surging food prices.
10 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Nuclear deterrence is mute on how to resolve root of conflict
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.
9 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Better IP protection will fire up Hong Kong’s creative industries
Readers discuss the government’s moves to recognise creative property rights and address livelihood and community concerns.
8 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Trump’s win brings home why Global South must forge own path
Readers reflect on the results of the 2024 US presidential election and lessons learned.
7 Nov 2024 - 2:30PM
A Trump flag hangs on a fence at the El Curtola Boulevard overpass in Lafayette, California, on November 6. Photo: San Francisco Chronicle via AP
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How Hong Kong can become Asia’s world city for students
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.
7 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Asean must ditch neutrality and stand up for rule of law
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.
6 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Just low taxes and good food won’t make Hong Kong a talent hub
Readers discuss how the city can widen its talent pool, Halloween’s impact on young children, and Trump’s possible return as US president.
5 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Why I won’t be voting for Harris or Trump in the election
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.
4 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
A person in a Kamala Harris and Donald Trump costume attends the 51st Annual Village Halloween Parade in New York on October 31. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Halal tourism a golden opportunity to spur Hong Kong’s recovery
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.
3 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong must give high-calibre talent a reason to come
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.
2 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Public display of flags is subject to Malaysian law
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.
1 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM
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Can Hong Kong really get ahead of scammers?
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.
31 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM
Commissioner of Police Raymond Siu attends the launch of five minibuses carrying adverts that promote scam prevention, on September 19. Photo: May Tse
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What Hong Kong can do to improve its office occupancy rate
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.
30 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM
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Why import foreign workers when Hong Kong’s poor need jobs?
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.
29 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM
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Why American democracy isn’t quite inspiring copycats
Readers discuss the user-unfriendly voting system in the United States and how AI could help improve special needs education.
28 Oct 2024 - 2:30PM
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Government must manage the consequences of cutting liquor tax
Readers discuss the government’s responsibility to citizens in reducing liquor tax and the penalties being imposed for plastic cutlery.
28 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM
Visitors take part in a drinking competition at the Wine & Dine Festival in Central on October 23. Photo: Eugene Lee
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Hong Kong shows its education hub aspiration isn’t just talk
Readers discuss the government’s push to become a magnet for global talent, language requirements for university admissions, a new Chinese culture centre and provision of handrails around the city.
27 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM
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‘Conservation’ projects to drive human traffic? Only in Hong Kong
Readers discuss government proposals to ‘conserve’ South Lantau, monkey deaths at a Hong Kong zoo, and the growing numbers of men and women on the shelf.
26 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM
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Why Hong Kong should aim to transform mental health care
Readers discuss the benefits of a holistic approach to treatment, progress on Hong Kong’s duty to legally recognise same-sex relationships and North Korea’s role in the Ukraine war.
25 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM
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