The Chinese government's top diplomat, State Councillor Wang Yi, on Sunday said Hong Kong's electoral system must be improved for long-term stability. Speaking at his annual news conference, he said ... ( read original story ...)
Beijing prepared to accept the pain to ‘fix’ Hong Kong, observers say
Beijing is ready to face the short-term pain and possible backlash from the West to reform Hong Kong's political system, which it sees as a chink in China's national security armour, mainland ... ( read original story ...)
China’s military ‘resolutely supports’ reform of Hong Kong electoral system
The People's Liberation Army (PLA) has given its backing to Beijing's plan to overhaul Hong Kong's electoral system to ensure "patriots" govern the city. Xu Qiliang, a vice-chairman of the Central ... ( read original story ...)
China seeks Hong Kong election changes, tech preeminence as U.S. rivalry intensifies
Big increases in research and development spending, and purging opposition voices in Hong Kong are part of the latest plans. ( read original story ...)
China turns its back on Hong Kong loyalists
China’s most devoted supporters in Hong Kong are claiming that they have been cut out of decisions about changes to the territory’s electoral system. Analysts said this was because of Beijing’s ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong opening up bond market to Chinese investors, finance minister says, as he calls move ‘exciting development’
In the latest webinar of our Redefining Hong Kong series, Financial Secretary Paul Chan reveals mainland investors could tap into market as early as this summer, and outlines his plan for review of ... ( read original story ...)
Startup Company Quair Announces Successful Crowdfunding Campaign for the Plasma Mini Wearable Air Purifier
Electronics startup QUAIR launches the Plasma Mini, a new-age wearable air purifier recognized for its unique air purification technology - Bipolar Ionization. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s business sector voices support for improving electoral system of HKSAR
Hong Kong's business sector has highlighted the significance and urgency of improving the electoral system of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and implementing the principle of ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong electoral reforms prevent ‘dictatorship of the majority’, says pro-Beijing lawmaker
Beijing's proposal for Hong Kong electoral reforms could prevent "dictatorship of the majority", a pro-Beijing Hong Kong lawmaker said, calling people who want one man one vote "politically immature". ( read original story ...)
In Hong Kong, Foreign Tourists Are Replaced by a Local Variety
Bored and trapped in an area one-third the size of Rhode Island, Hong Kongers have sought out the most far-flung corners of their city, mobbing parklands with crowds typically seen downtown. ( read original story ...)
China’s Media Repression Extends to Hong Kong, Report Finds
China is becoming an increasingly hostile environment for foreign media who are experiencing “tumultuous times” in the country, according to the Foreign Correspondents Club of China. Chinese ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong activists and plight of the Uighurs: human rights this week in photos
A roundup of the coverage on struggles for human rights and freedoms, from Colombia to the Sahara ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong court puts off release of pro-democracy activists
A group of 11 Hong Kong pro-democracy activists accused of subversion will stay in jail for at least another five days while judges consider whether to release them on bail, a court said Saturday. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong students boost business know-how and find inspiration in plastic waste
Hundreds of pupils channel their creativity as part of programme spearheaded by Junior Achievement Hong Kong. Teams are making everything from umbrellas to notebooks to sell at virtual marketplace on ... ( read original story ...)