Two readers debate a hot topic in a showdown that doesn’t necessarily reflect their personal views. This week, they discuss whether the city’s educational system is suitable for learners with unique ...
Hong Kong prelate says Vatican-China deal ‘not dead’ despite disputes over bishops
In remarks following his recent visit to Beijing, Hong Kong’s Bishop Stephen Chow has said he does not believe the Vatican’s deal with China on episcopal appointments has collapsed, despite several recent violations by Chinese authorities.
Hong Kong customs says no plans to ease recruiting standards, despite hiring difficulties among law enforcement agencies
So far, we consider recruitment standards for inspectors and customs officers to be relevant and suitable,’ Hong Kong Customs College commandant says.
China Condemns U.S. Report Calling for Sanctions Against Hong Kong Security Judges
HONG KONG (Reuters) - China on Friday condemned a U.S. congressional report that called for sanctions against 29 Hong Kong judges involved in the city's national security cases, given their role in ...
Hong Kong Q1 GDP grew 2.7% y/y, sees tourism, consumption driving recovery this year
Hong Kong's economy grew 2.7% in the first quarter from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday, thanks to a strong recovery of inbound tourism and domestic demand which would remain drivers ...
Controversial documentary wins big at Hong Kong Film Awards
Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh attended the Hong Kong Film Awards on Sunday (April 17), while the controversial documentary 'To My Nineteen-Year-Old Self' won Best Film.
Hong Kong political cartoonist axed after 40 years following criticism from officials
Wong Kei-kwan, known as Zunzi, says it was a ‘mutual decision’ after the Ming Pao newspaper ended his column ...
Hong Kong newspaper will stop publishing work by political cartoonist after anti-government drawings
Chinese-language newspaper Ming Pao announced its plans to stop publishing drawings by Wong Kei-kwan, a political cartoonist. Kei-kawn allegedly drew government complaints.
Hong Kong passes law to limit work of foreign lawyers amid ongoing Jimmy Lai case
Amended legislation gives chief executive power to veto any foreign lawyer working on cases brought under national security law ...
Jimmy Lai: Son of jailed Hong Kong tycoon condemns UK ‘hypocrisy’
The British son of a jailed Hong Kong media tycoon has denounced the "hypocrisy" of the UK government. Sebastien Lai said Britain had failed to sufficiently condemn the ongoing crackdown on dissent in ...
Hong Kong newspaper Ming Pao to stop publishing political cartoon Zunzi after government complaints
HONG KONG (AP) — A Hong Kong newspaper will stop publishing works by the city’s most prominent political cartoonist after his drawings drew government complaints, in another example of hushed speech ...
Hong Kong Overnight Funding Costs Surge to Highest Since 2007
The cost to borrow overnight in Hong Kong jumped to a 16-year high as liquidity continued to tighten in the city after repeated currency intervention from authorities.
Son of jailed Hong Kong media tycoon condemns UK government ‘weakness’
Sebastien Lai, son of Jimmy, also criticises Vatican over failure to hold China to account over human rights abuses ...
Son of jailed Hong Kong activist, U.S. congressman slam UK, Vatican over rights weakness
The British son of jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai and a leading Catholic U.S. congressman criticized Britain and the Vatican on Wednesday for failing to speak out strongly against the ...