Hong Kong returned to Chinese sovereignty in 1997 as a “special administrative region” and was promised special rights and freedoms until 2047, under the Sino-British Joint Declaration.
Hong Kong warns schools over unauthorised courses aimed at non-local students
Hong Kong authorities have issued letters to local schools to warn them against working with third-party agencies to offer classes for students outside the city without prior approval, as part of a ...
Hong Kong chosen to host cycling World Cups, in boost for young talent
Velodrome in Tseung Kwan O to welcome world-class competition in 2026 and 2027, as coach hails ‘double great news’.
Hong Kong rat catchers get AI boost as live trappings of rodents surge 40%
Pest control teams trapped 89,600 rats in 2024, with authorities introducing AI-equipped thermal imaging cameras to track rodent activity.
Hong Kong to revamp sports events funding, new emphasis on ‘high economic value’
M’ Mark funding to be made ‘more strategic, effective and precise’, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law says.
Inspection order ignored for 7 years at Hong Kong building where fire killed man
Mido Apartments building in North Point received a compulsory inspection order in July 2018 but never complied.
What Jimmy Lai’s Hong Kong trial reveals about Beijing’s changing approach
Jimmy Lai’s prosecution exemplifies the wide scope of the National Security Law that Beijing imposed in 2020. What has changed in Hong Kong since then, and what is Lai’s case about?
Hong Kong college coach, star blame system for Asian University Basketball League showing
Non-release of regular starters, poor development, coach shortage among reasons for University of Hong Kong finishing last, they say.
Saudi Super Cup prompts Hong Kong’s Paul Chan to press on with Riyadh trade office
Hong Kong finance chief Paul Chan pledges to speed up plans to establish a trade office in the Saudi Arabian capital.
Hong Kong finance chief sees US$20 billion of IPOs this year on China …
Fundraising on Hong Kong's stock market could increase by as much as 80 per cent this year amid optimism in the tech sector and backing from mainland authorities for Chinese companies to list in ...
No separate inquiry needed to probe Hong Kong water scandal, treasury chief says
Christopher Hui defends adequacy of Audit Commission to conduct investigation, and recommends use of technology to improve vetting of tenders.
Bird call contest boosts conservation awareness in Hong Kong’s concrete jungle
The chirping of birds echoed through a packed lecture hall in Hong Kong, though there wasn't a feather in sight.
British Airways committed to Hong Kong, mainland China routes: customer chief
London route has become one of the most searched city pairs for British Airways, says chief customer officer Calum Laming.
Living with Lamma Power Station: How a coal plant became a cultural icon on a Hong Kong island
Living with Lamma Power Station: How a coal plant came to be a cultural icon on a Hong Kong island paradise Locals say the plant is part of Lamma’s unconventional appeal. But what does a coal facility ...