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9 September, 2024
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong opening self-service ID card kiosks – with 6 chances for photo
Immigration Department has updated functions at 54 kiosks at its new headquarters in Tseung Kwan O.
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John Lee
Hong Kong’s John Lee urges Beijing-based firms to take lead on integration
2 hours ago
John Lee
Hong Kong leader departs for Beijing duty visit, set to brief Xi Jinping on Friday
11 Dec 2024 - 8:34PM
Jimmy Lai trial
Jimmy Lai denies instigating US move to revoke Hong Kong special economic status
But court hears former media boss messaged right-hand man to say it was ‘right’ to force Beijing to meet Washington’s demands.
11 Dec 2024 - 7:09PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong hits ‘new highs’ in start-up numbers, foreign and mainland firms: Chan
Financial Secretary Paul Chan also says Hong Kong will further help mainland businesses ‘go global’ and attract foreign investment.
11 Dec 2024 - 9:05PM
Hong Kong national security law
Washington slams China’s visa curbs on US officials over Hong Kong interference
‘We condemn retaliatory actions by the People’s Republic of China against US officials,’ America’s Department of State says.
11 Dec 2024 - 5:23PM
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Hong Kong economy
Letters
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Hong Kong’s civil servants shouldn’t be target of misplaced frustrations
Readers discuss a suggestion to cut or freeze civil servants’ pay, a challenge in telling good Hong Kong stories, our addiction to smartphones, and holding Israel to account for the Gaza war.
11 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong Basic Law
Opinion
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In reshuffling cabinet, Hong Kong’s leader was simply doing his duty
The sacking of the city’s tourism and transport ministers may have come as a surprise, but the chief executive was merely doing his job.
11 Dec 2024 - 11:29AM
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Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong no money-laundering hub, officials tell anti-crime forum
Secretary for Justice Paul Lam hits back at ‘misconceived’ comments about Hong Kong.
10 Dec 2024 - 11:19PM
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Hong Kong
Beijing to slap visa curbs on US officials for ‘behaving poorly’ on Hong Kong
Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning says Beijing has stated its position to the US.
10 Dec 2024 - 11:30PM
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John Lee
Hong Kong’s John Lee to meet Xi Jinping on Beijing duty visit this week
Source says chief executive could meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday, as city leader makes trip just week after cabinet reshuffle.
10 Dec 2024 - 9:55PM
Legislative Council of Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s new culture minister vows to turn commercial spaces into arts venues
Rosanna Law pledges to examine restrictions related to fire safety, building structure and land use preventing factory spaces from being used for performances.
9 Dec 2024 - 9:04PM
US Politics
Letters
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Biden pardoned his son. Should Trump be pardoned?
Readers discuss the use of presidential pardons as a tool of reconciliation, the challenge of fostering sense of community and Australia’s social media ban.
9 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
John Lee
Opinion
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Minister reshuffle shows Hong Kong’s leader knows time is of the essence
The move should not be a surprise given the hints dropped and the clear need for the pace of change to accelerate.
9 Dec 2024 - 9:30AM
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Hong Kong housing
Hong Kong may reward residents who report subpar flats breaching new rules
Housing minister says government may adopt reward mechanism similar to one for reporting tenants abusing public housing.
8 Dec 2024 - 7:38PM
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Hong Kong economy
Exclusive
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Hong Kong ‘one of the main priorities’ in push to build Sino-French ties: envoy
Eva Nguyen Binh, an ambassador for French cultural diplomacy, calls for protection of cultural links during time of tense trade discussions.
8 Dec 2024 - 9:16PM
Hong Kong economy
Exclusive
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Deepening Hong Kong, Iran ties show US curbs have ‘lost their potency’: envoy
Ambassador Mohsen Bakhtiar says measures have been taken to overcome sanctions restricting Iranian firms from accessing services in the city.
8 Dec 2024 - 4:37PM
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Hong Kong housing
My Take
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Time to accept that Hong Kong’s golf club housing plan is a swing and a miss
A court ruling that found the EIA for the project was riddled with errors and breaches of the law may turn out to be a blessing in disguise.
8 Dec 2024 - 7:00AM
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Hong Kong courts
Editorial
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Ruling allows for a broader look at Hong Kong’s golf club housing plan
Hong Kong has embarked on major projects that will have an impact on the environment. It is essential to get the assessment process right.
8 Dec 2024 - 12:07AM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong sticks with names An An and Ke Ke for Beijing-gifted pandas
Unchanged names revealed at ceremony before the pair meet the public for the first time on Sunday.
8 Dec 2024 - 1:08AM
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Hong Kong economy
Justice chief ‘matchmaker’ for Hong Kong, mainland and international lawyers
Secretary for Justice Paul Lam is leading a legal delegation to Guangdong that includes a record number of foreign lawyers.
7 Dec 2024 - 12:17AM
Jimmy Lai trial
Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai wanted to grab US attention with security law prosecution
Unpublished letter reveals Lai felt he was targeted because he had ‘embarrassed’ Beijing by exposing its ‘hollow’ promises.
6 Dec 2024 - 9:38PM
Hong Kong housing
Last tenants to leave ‘luxury’ Hong Kong public housing estate 6 years early
Authority could bring forward rehousing schedule for those living at Wah Fu Estate to between 2034 and 2035.
6 Dec 2024 - 9:32PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong needs to reform itself quickly, ex-commerce chief Frederick Ma says
Lower IPO listing costs, new attractions such as golf courses and BMW museum needed to boost economy, he says.
6 Dec 2024 - 5:30PM
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Jimmy Lai trial
Jimmy Lai tells court he could have fled Hong Kong in 2020 but chose to stay
Ex-media boss gave an interview right after the enactment of security law, saying that he would fight for democracy in a ‘different way’.
6 Dec 2024 - 6:32PM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Hongkongers could face eligibility tests for dental treatment at public clinics
Authorities will also offer free check-ups for preschoolers and affordable services for adolescents.
6 Dec 2024 - 9:38PM
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Hong Kong society
Letters
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Pet-friendly bus route should prompt owners to obey rules
Readers discuss responsible pet ownership, the benefits of easing the path to tax residency in Hong Kong, and Russia’s rationale for attacking Ukraine.
6 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
John Lee
Unpacking John Lee’s firing of 2 ministers: Hong Kong needs a win
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.
6 Dec 2024 - 8:36AM
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