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Matthew Cheng
Reporter, City
Matthew joined SCMP in 2025 and covers Hong Kong politics. Prior to joining the Post, he was a reporter at Ming Pao Daily.
Matthew joined SCMP in 2025 and covers Hong Kong politics. Prior to joining the Post, he was a reporter at Ming Pao Daily.
Areas of Expertise:
Hong Kong politics, Hong Kong general news
Languages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
Customs also urges retailers to pull products from shelves after seizing 700 sets during operation.
Xi ‘said Jimmy Lai is a tough one for him to do’, US president says on his return trip from Beijing.
Force’s anti-triad bureau also suggests making ‘cooperation agreements’ more attractive to encourage whistle-blowers to come forward.
International body also urges city to pursue medium-term financial reforms, such as introducing goods and services tax, to boost revenue.
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Letters issued confirming August 31 deadline, but some ‘pressured’ homeowners call for more time and clearer resettlement details.
‘The government is reviewing the views of various stakeholders to finalise the details,’ spokesman says as series of accidents involving elderly cabbies trigger concerns.
Platform operators could also face up to HK$1 million fine and 12 months in jail for failing to comply with coming regulatory regime.
Chairman Jose-Antonio Maurellet says implementing ‘criminal track’ alongside ‘civil track’ to encourage whistle-blowing will increase deterrence.
Zhang Xinyan arrested for overstaying visa and is reportedly set to be deported to mainland China.
Tse was appointed constitutional affairs chief in March to succeed Erick Tsang, who stepped down in January, citing poor health.
Lawmakers have been told visit to the capital will run from July 19 to 25, SCMP has learned.
Judy Chan says she’s deeply sorry for disappointing the public, with Legco stressing the incident had a negative impact on its reputation.
The third round of Wang Fuk Court fire hearings, held from April 20 to 30, exposed a “regulatory vacuum” in key areas that contributed to the high death toll, as departments said oversight lay elsewhere.
Online outlet cleared after year-long review, but costs and penalties in other cases draw criticism of audit practices from journalists’ association.
Official figures show 5,674 of 12,558 deactivation notices filed in past two years involved work that lasted for more than two months.
Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, National Energy Administration hold separate meetings with energy tycoon.
Many visitors head to countryside for scenic views, while others opt for ‘city walks’ to explore picturesque locales.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan says surplus revised to HK$11 billion, HK$8.1 billion higher than the HK$2.9 billion originally forecast in budget.
Finance chief Paul Chan says task force monitoring fuel prices has proposed 50 HK cents per litre subsidy for two months, starting in May.
Cantopop singer Hins Cheung makes pledge at event organised as part of youth rehabilitation programme at Hong Kong Museum of History.
Internet users in mainland China slam move to make Cantopop singer mentor in project to rehabilitate young protesters.
‘Mosquito-to-control-mosquito’ strategy will be deployed next year, as government considers stepping up control measures.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan says city remains top IPO hub, citing strong demand among ‘high-quality’ companies and robust market momentum.
The second round of hearings from April 8 to April 17 exposed a series of failures that allowed the fire equipment and alarm system in Wang Fuk Court to be deactivated for months, and eventually contributed to the heavy death toll.
Security Bureau plans to propose legal amendments to improve oversight following deadly Tai Po fire last November.
Former trade office director Lee Sheung-yuen bids for London council seat as compatriots seek re-election as Liberal Democrat candidates.
City leader says new mechanism is meant to target genuine problems or mistakes and address them through a proper system, not ‘pick on’ individuals.
City leader defends halt on basketball betting, citing ‘worrying’ prediction market trend.
New Shenzhen party chief Jin Lei has conducted high-profile visits to major joint projects between two cities in his first month.
