From Vivian Kong’s bid to lawmaker pull-out: what to know about Hong Kong Legco election

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Hong Kong is gearing up for Legislative Council elections on December 7, 2025. More than 160 candidates have registered to vie for 90 seats in the legislature. The polls will be the second Legco election since Beijing overhauled Hong Kong’s electoral system in 2021. From the entry of an Olympic gold medallist to the departure of long-term lawmakers, the Post explains what’s behind the city’s “patriots-only” Legco election.