Murder, end of Covid and a once in a century rainstorm: Hong Kong in 2023

In 2023, Hong Kong witnessed significant changes that shaped its landscape and narrative, from the post-Covid reopening of the Hong Kong-mainland China border in January to the murder of socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung in February, and the ongoing national security trial of media mogul Jimmy Lai Chee-ying that began in mid-December. The city also saw the return of major cultural events like Clockenflap music festival, Art Basel and the Hong Kong Rugby Sevens, attracting international visitors.