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Hong Kong politics
Trump ‘not optimistic’ on Jimmy Lai’s release after raising case with Xi
Xi ‘said Jimmy Lai is a tough one for him to do’, US president says on his return trip from Beijing.
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Hong Kong to launch public consultation on 5-year blueprint ‘by early June’
13 May 2026 - 8:30AM
Hong Kong science and tech
Top Swedish universities eager to forge ties with city, Hong Kong minister says
13 May 2026 - 8:17PM
Hong Kong politics
China backs Hong Kong courts, ignores calls to free Jimmy Lai ahead of Trump visit
Beijing reaffirms support for Hong Kong judiciary as foreign ministry calls former media boss ‘principal mastermind’ of 2019 anti-government protests.
12 May 2026 - 9:32PM
Guo Jiakun, a spokesman for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, defended Hong Kong’s handling of the Jimmy Lai case after being asked whether authorities would consider freeing the jailed former media tycoon. Photo: Johannes Neudecker/dpa
Hong Kong-UK spying row
Diplomatic row over Hong Kong-linked spying convictions in UK heats up
Beijing disputes UK’s version of diplomatic meeting as ambassador warns of ‘firm countermeasures’ over ‘political manipulation’.
10 May 2026 - 9:22PM
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Wanted ‘Hong Kong Parliament’ member may be deported from Thailand
Zhang Xinyan arrested for overstaying visa and is reportedly set to be deported to mainland China.
9 May 2026 - 8:36PM
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Hong Kong-UK spying row
Beijing hits out at UK over conviction of 2 men tied to Hong Kong trade office
Foreign ministry accuse UK of abusing the law after Bill Yuen and Peter Wai found guilty of spying on Hong Kong activists in Britain.
8 May 2026 - 11:11PM
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The case has put the role of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices under the spotlight. Photo: Google Maps
Hong Kong-UK spying row
Why the UK won’t shut Hong Kong’s London trade office despite spying verdict
Analysts say British authorities will prioritise stable ties with Beijing given current geopolitical uncertainties.
8 May 2026 - 10:47PM
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Hong Kong politics
Janice Tse is the ‘property queen’ of Hong Kong ministers. Here’s what she owns
Tse was appointed constitutional affairs chief in March to succeed Erick Tsang, who stepped down in January, citing poor health.
8 May 2026 - 8:30PM
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Entire Hong Kong Legco to visit Beijing for first time since 1997 handover
Lawmakers have been told visit to the capital will run from July 19 to 25, SCMP has learned.
6 May 2026 - 11:30PM
Hong Kong politics
Hong Kong Legco issues warning to lawmaker Judy Chan over traffic offence
Judy Chan says she’s deeply sorry for disappointing the public, with Legco stressing the incident had a negative impact on its reputation.
6 May 2026 - 5:53PM
Lawmaker Judy Chan (left) and Legco president Starry Lee. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong politics
Former police spokesman John Tse set for top government media role
John Tse is expected to take over as director of Information Services Department on Tuesday.
4 May 2026 - 9:07PM
Hong Kong politics
Beijing’s Xia Baolong, top energy official meet with CLP’s Michael Kadoorie
Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, National Energy Administration hold separate meetings with energy tycoon.
1 May 2026 - 10:28PM
Hong Kong politics
Hong Kong slams attempts to sugarcoat Jimmy Lai case in press freedom index
Authorities accuse some media groups of conflating Lai case with press freedom to vilify Hong Kong and mislead public.
1 May 2026 - 11:50PM
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Will top Hong Kong civil servants pay price for blunders under new system?
Former ministers, senior officials and observers point to practical challenges of attributing responsibility.
30 Apr 2026 - 3:24PM
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Former Hong Kong trade office chief contesting UK local elections for Reform
Former trade office director Lee Sheung-yuen bids for London council seat as compatriots seek re-election as Liberal Democrat candidates.
22 Apr 2026 - 12:03AM
Hong Kong politics
New Hong Kong accountability system aims to improve, not blame, John Lee says
City leader says new mechanism is meant to target genuine problems or mistakes and address them through a proper system, not ‘pick on’ individuals.
21 Apr 2026 - 9:13PM
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Hong Kong politics
Hong Kong to launch public consultation on first 5-year plan this quarter
City leader John Lee urges public to weigh in as government accelerates preparations for city’s first five-year plan.
21 Apr 2026 - 10:40PM
Chief Executive John Lee. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong urged to be more proactive in removing barriers with Shenzhen
New Shenzhen party chief Jin Lei has conducted high-profile visits to major joint projects between two cities in his first month.
19 Apr 2026 - 7:52PM
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Government should probe department heads prudently under new system: Regina Ip
Convenor of city’s Executive Council says proposed accountability system should be preventive and avoid undermining morale among civil servants.
19 Apr 2026 - 8:21PM
Hong Kong politics
Public opinion a factor in government’s decision to investigate officials: minister
Civil service chief Ingrid Yeung says permanent secretaries, while not covered under new mechanism, could still be taken to task if found culpable.
18 Apr 2026 - 10:01PM
Hong Kong politics
Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs meets city’s leaders in capital
HKMAO director Xia Baolong holds talks with Chief Secretary Eric Chan, finance chief Paul Chan and new mainland affairs minister Janice Tse.
17 Apr 2026 - 3:20AM
HKMAO director Xia Baolong holds talks with Chief Secretary Eric Chan, Financial Secretary Paul Chan, Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Janice Tse and other officials. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong politics
Ex-lawmaker convicted in Hong Kong 47 trial struck off medical register
Medical Council orders specialist urologist Dr Kwok Ka-ki, 64, to be removed indefinitely from General Register.
16 Apr 2026 - 9:46PM
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Macau finance minister steps down for ‘personal reasons’
Chief Executive Sam Hou-fai thanks Tai Kin-ip for his hard work and temporarily assumes duties until a new candidate is appointed.
16 Apr 2026 - 5:40PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong leader vows reforms to boost safety, national security after Tai Po fire
Chief Executive John Lee says city will act on lessons learned from deadly blaze, as Beijing warns against exploiting tragedies to sow unrest.
15 Apr 2026 - 7:39PM
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