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New Hong Kong law allows national security procedures to extend to older cases
New Hong Kong law allows national security procedures to extend to older cases Subsidiary legislation which introduces classification mechanism for ‘other offences endangering national security’ is gazetted on Tuesday Hong Kong’s new legislation enables certain criminal cases to be retroactively brought under national security procedures even if the alleged offences occurred before the 2020 national security law was enacted. The subsidiary legislation, which introduces a classification...
Hong Kong considers new offshore yuan venture fund for tech, emerging industries
Hong Kong is actively considering launching a new offshore renminbi venture fund to channel capital into cutting-edge technology and emerging industries, while supporting yuan internationalisation, the city’s finance chief has said. The initiative aligns with the nation’s 15th five-year plan, which guides development from 2026 to 2030 and calls on Hong Kong to enhance its role as an international financial hub and expand its offshore renminbi business. “We are actively considering...
Mainlanders can still open bank accounts in Hong Kong despite new rules: HKMA
Mainland customers can still open bank accounts in Hong Kong, but banks must adopt stringent new checks to ensure their processes are “compliant and orderly”, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) said in a statement on Saturday. “The banking industry has implemented the new regulatory requirements set out in the HKMA circular to ensure the account opening process is compliant and orderly,” the statement said. “Chinese mainland customers continue to apply for opening accounts, and in...
How Tiananmen Square vigils in Hong Kong have become unlawful
Hong Kong democracy activists face 10 years' jail for Tiananmen Square massacre candlelight vigil Sun 31 May 2026 at 5:09am In short: Closing arguments have been heard in the trial of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists who organised a vigil to commemorate the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre. Advocates say the trial is part of a crackdown by Beijing on long-enjoyed freedoms in Hong Kong. Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung face up to 10 years in jail if convicted of "incitement to subversion".
Hong Kong school seeks ‘excellent character’ in new head after Singapore swearing row
Hong Kong school seeks ‘excellent character’ in new head after Singapore swearing row Vacancy announced after principal Lee Cheuk-hing’s summary dismissal over swearing at security guards during Singapore school trip A Hong Kong school that instantly dismissed its principal after he was filmed swearing at security guards in Singapore has published an advertisement to recruit a new head, requiring applicants to have “excellent character”. The advertisement was posted on the school’s website...
How Hong Kong’s strengths can help unlock Central Asia’s potential
Advertisement Opinion How Hong Kong’s strengths can help unlock Central Asia’s potential The deals signed during the chief executive’s trip to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan underscore the potential economic synergy that can be unleashed 3-MIN READ3-MIN Dr Eliza C. H. Chan, a practising solicitor in Hong Kong, is a member of Hong Kong's Executive Council and a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference. Hong Kong has taken a monumental step forward...
Hong Kong pitches Northern Metropolis as ASEAN gateway to Greater Bay Area
Hong Kong pitches Northern Metropolis as ASEAN gateway to Greater Bay Area - Delegation of diplomats and business leaders explores how the mega-development could provide Southeast Asian firms with opportunities across southern China [The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Hong Kong is stepping up efforts to position the Northern Metropolis as a platform connecting ASEAN businesses with opportunities across the Greater Bay Area, as diplomats, chamber...
Confronting cancer in Hong Kong
Advertisement Advertisement Confronting cancer in Hong Kong As cancer is the leading cause of death in Hong Kong, the South China Morning Post’s Health Matters wellness series explores how well the city has tackled the disease while offering residents practical advice on prevention, detection and management. Updated: 31 May, 2026 Advertisement [1] Is Hong Kong winning the war on cancer or facing new battle in late diagnosis?
Smoking is down but why are more Hong Kong women getting lung cancer?
Smoking is down but why are more Hong Kong women getting lung cancer? A 20 per cent rise in lung cancer cases among Hong Kong women prompts calls for wider screening, with genetics and cooking fumes cited as key risks In the second of a six-part Health Matters wellness series on cancer in Hong Kong, Elizabeth Cheung examines the rise of lung cancer among women, the risk factors beyond smoking and growing calls for earlier detection. Rates of new lung cancer cases among Hong Kong women have...
Hong Kong wants to be a bridge between Central Asia and Chinese businesses
High-level Hong Kong delegation visited Kazakhstan and offered new partnership in several economy sectors including professional services for companies attempting to enter respective markets. Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee visited Kazakhstan with the largest delegation he has led on any foreign trip — 75 officials and entrepreneurs representing logistics, green energy, mining, technology and education — as China's trade with Central Asia grew 12% year on year. Kazakhstan's President...