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British foreign minister David Lammy on Saturday called for a resumption of dialogue between London and Beijing, urging the two sides to engage in “more diplomacy” as he concluded a rare diplomatic visit to China. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on October 3, 2024. Photo: Isaac Atkin-Mayne/FCDO. China and Britain are seeking to reset ties […]
Hong Kong leader John Lee unveiled the third Policy Address of his term on Wednesday, vowing to continue his “reform mindset” with “enhanced measures” to boost the economy and improve people’s livelihoods. Chief Executive John Lee at the 2024 Policy Address press conference on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. The 2024 policy blueprint […]
The third Policy Address by Hong Kong leader John Lee was rated lower than his previous two, an annual poll has found, with fewer people listening to it. Chief Executive John Lee delivers the 2024 Policy Address on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at the legislature. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. Hong Kong Public Opinion Research Institute (PORI) […]
Authorities should lower the threshold for Hong Kong-based mainland Chinese talent to move their capital from mainland China to the city, a pro-Beijing party has urged as growing numbers of professionals arrive from across the border. Hong Kong’s largest pro-Beijing party, the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong (DAB), announced on […]
Macau’s next leader Sam Hou-fai said on Sunday his administration would support small local businesses after winning a one-man race for the city’s top office. Previously the city’s top judge, Sam, 62, is set to be sworn in when the former Portuguese colony celebrates the 25th anniversary of its handover to China later this year. […]
Sniping at Carrie Lam is a tempting option for legislators and other politicos these days. It allows the critic to appear independent and outspoken without incurring the risks involved in complaining about the current regime. It is a bit like flogging a dead horse but perhaps more like pulling the tail of a stuffed tiger; […]