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Hong Kong handover anniversary

Honor guards lower the flag of Taiwan in Taipei. Beijing emphasised its zero tolerance for the island’s independence this week at a high-level Hong Kong conference. Photo: EPA-EFE

Editorial | Hong Kong must rise to role in the name of peaceful reunification

Speakers at key Chinese conference in city say benefits of ‘one country, two systems’ are there for Taiwan to see.

Hong Kong marks 27th anniversary of handover

Hong Kong delegation to head to Sichuan to ensure safe arrival of 2 pandas

Editorial | Double delight for Hong Kong on 27th anniversary of return to Chinese rule

The central government has given the city not one but two gifts to mark the occasion: a pair of giant pandas; and permits for non-Chinese permanent residents to travel across the border.

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People hold regional and national flags outside the Cultural Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui to celebrate the 27th anniversary of the handover of Hong Kong. Photo: Jelly Tse

Explainer | Bear necessities: here’s what you need to know about pandas coming to Hong Kong

Beijing is set to give Hong Kong two giant pandas to mark 27th anniversary of city’s return to Chinese sovereignty, echoing moves from 1999 and 2007.

Hongkongers capitalise on discounts drive marking July 1 handover anniversary

Post observes thousands taking advantage of free entry to museums, and hundreds watching fishing boat parade along Victoria Harbour.

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Opinion | Smooth sailing on Lee’s KPIs means little if residents get left behind

Unless the public sees the value of John Lee’s KPIs and relates them to the government improving their lives, they will have little impact.

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Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu speaks during an interview in Admiralty on June 26. Lee has praised his administration for meeting many of the indicators he laid out in his first policy address, though his government has also made some high-profile missteps such as the waste charging scheme. Photo: Sam Tsang

Permits and pandas: Hong Kong gets 2 gifts to mark July 1 handover anniversary

July 1 celebrations under way; Beijing says Hong Kong’s non-Chinese permanent residents can apply for mainland travel permit valid for 5 years.

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Home from Home | Hong Kong’s handover: a day of uncertainty, excitement, sadness … and rain

The end of British rule in Hong Kong was greeted with mixed emotions, recalls Cliff Buddle, who reported on the handover for the Post. He explains why he is glad he stayed for another 25 years.

My Take | Hong Kong’s unique features are as vital now as they were in 1997

As the city seeks to move on from recent troubles and meet the challenges ahead, the concept behind “one country, two systems” is the best hope.

The Chinese (R) and Hong Kong (L) flags are seen hoisted at the end of a flag-raising ceremony to mark the 23rd anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover from Britain in Hong Kong on July 1, 2020. - Hong Kong marked the 23rd anniversary of its handover to China on July 1 under the glare of a new national security law imposed by Beijing, with protests banned and the city’s cherished freedoms looking increasingly fragile. (Photo by Anthony WALLACE / AFP)

Exclusive | Hong Kong police to deploy 4,000 officers on July 1 amid warning over seditious acts

Sources warn that anyone seen wearing seditious clothing on 27th anniversary of city’s return to Chinese rule could face arrest.

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Officers from elite units will also be on patrol, a source has said. Photo: Edmond So

Tasty deals for Hong Kong July 1 handover anniversary include HK$7.1 egg tarts

About 2,000 establishments have joined the campaign, slashing prices on pork chop rice, egg tarts and offering special hotel buffets.

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Hong Kong to offer discounts as part of July 1 handover anniversary celebrations

City will also offer free museum visits, tram rides and discounted tickets for some attractions on July 1, John Lee says.

How Fruit Chan film trilogy traces cultural change amid Hong Kong handover

Fruit Chan Gor’s Made in Hong Kong, The Longest Summer and Little Cheung depict Hong Kong working-class life at the time of the handover from British to Chinese rule, and the start of cultural change.

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Mak Wai-fan (top) as Ah Fan and Yiu Yuet-ming as as Little Cheung in a still from Fruit Chan’s Little Cheung.

120 years of SCMP: our photographer chasing after the perfect shot for 34 years

While covering tragedies such as the Thailand tsunami in 2004 and Sichuan earthquake in 2008, Robert Ng confronted tragedy but reminded himself he has a job to do.

The Post’s Robert Ng says handover night in 1997 was one of the most memorable of his career. Photo: Robert Ng

Former Hong Kong technician admits to urging copycat knife attacks on police

Lai Chit, 36, pleads guilty to incitement to wound with intent over provocative posts he made on popular LIHKG online forum.

My Take | Values that make Hong Kong unique just as important as they were in 1997

The core values including a high degree of autonomy, an independent judiciary and the protection of rights should not be forgotten

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Hong Kong dining perks fall short for some but restaurants report brisk business

Some patrons were unaware of the discounts, while others say they were a pleasant surprise, but did not make much of a difference.

Italian restaurant Baci in Lan Kwai Fong slashed 29 per cent off its HK$188 and HK$98 packages for free-flow drinks as part of the celebrations. Photo: Dickson Lee

Free tram rides and Victoria Park installations mark the 26th anniversary of HK’s handover

Hong Kong leader vows to win public trust with concrete actions and results

John Lee addresses political and business leaders at ceremony marking July 1 handover anniversary as he takes stock of his first year in office.

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Record 23,000 flock to M+ museum during Hong Kong handover celebrations

Long queues form at M+ museum as it does not require registration in advance, while the Palace Museum does.

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Thousands formed queues outside the M+ museum in the hopes of enjoying free entry. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

Hong Kong police seize 7 imitation guns, other weapons and arrest suspect

Force has not ruled out possibility of case being related to 26th anniversary of city’s return to Chinese rule.

The man was arrested on suspicion of possessing offensive and prohibited weapons, as well as imitation firearms. Photo: Handout

Police ring of steel for July 1 Hong Kong handover commemorations

More than 6,000 officers to be out on the streets on Saturday in wake of spate of stabbings and to deter potential trouble at handover commemoration events

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Will a 2-month shopping festival boost Hong Kong’s retail, catering sectors?

Catering industry hoping for a 20 per cent surge in business, buoyed by the second round of the government’s consumption vouchers in mid-July.

Hong Kong forecast to experience a rainy week during handover celebrations

Observatory predicts rain for next nine days, with city to mark 26th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to Chinese rule on Saturday.

The weather forecaster has predicted rain for the next nine days. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

‘I hate that I can’t choose’: Hongkongers lukewarm to July 1 grocery discount

Many point to more choices and cheaper options already available at wet markets, while elderly shoppers say they are put off by needing to rely on app for discount.

Some residents accustomed to shopping at wet markets are not keen on buying food online despite the discount. Photo: Dickson Lee

Editorial | 26th anniversary of Hong Kong handover to be time of reflection and fun

Shows, discounts and freebies for first such event since city emerged from pandemic should raise cheer and hopes for the future.

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What freebies can you get on Hong Kong’s handover anniversary?

People will not have to pay to take trams and certain ferries, enter museums and public swimming pools on July 1.

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last updated:
9 September, 2024
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