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He Lifeng warns of 'global changes of a century'

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2025/07/16

Vice Premier He Lifeng said on Wednesday the world was undergoing "turbulence and transformation" as he kicked off an expo in Beijing. Beijing is using this week's China International Supply Chain Expo as a forum to boost its image as the global defender of free trade – in contrast with the tariff chaos sparked by US President Donald Trump. "Some countries are interfering in the market under the pretext of reducing risk, using measures such as imposing tariffs," the vice premier said in his

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I study economics on my own, says top DSE scorer

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2025/07/16

The top scorer in this year's Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) exams said he would like to become a doctor in future, but that he also studied economics out of his own interest. Henry Wang, from the Hong Kong Chinese Women's Club College in Sai Wan Ho, achieved the top scores in the compulsory subjects of Chinese, English and maths, along with five electives: physics, chemistry, biology, economics and the maths extension part. He said he likes economics. "I studied economics out of my own

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Xi says better Australia ties key to mutual benefit

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2025/07/15

President Xi Jinping said an improvement in relations between China and Australia has benefited people in both countries. His comment came in talks with visiting Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who said that dialogue is the key to better ties. The meeting on Tuesday between Xi and Albanese in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing came amid threats of US tariffs and rising geopolitical tensions. Xi told the Australian prime minister that Beijing is ready to work with Canberra to

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'Danas severe weather preparations absolutely correct'

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2025/07/15

Chief Executive John Lee said on Tuesday an interdepartmental committee was absolutely correct to have made advance preparations for potential severe weather conditions last week. The steering committee chaired by Chief Secretary Eric Chan issued warnings ahead of time and suspended classes at day schools on Friday, after the observatory predicted that there could be heavy rain and thunderstorms. Speaking ahead of the weekly Executive Council meeting, Lee noted that the preparatory work also

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Be cautious when buying children's raincoats: watchdog

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2025/07/15

The Consumer Council on Tuesday urged parents to be more vigilant when purchasing children’s raincoats, after some were found to contain harmful chemicals exceeding international safety standards. The watchdog put out the advisory following tests on 14 raincoats and ponchos labelled as suitable for children between 110cm and 130cm tall, or aged 3 to 7. It found that two models contained phthalates – chemicals used to make plastics more flexible and durable – that exceeded European standards,

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'Govt can't go against court on same-sex recognition'

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2025/07/15

The government is obliged to draw up an official framework to legally recognise same-sex partnerships in Hong Kong following a landmark ruling by the top court, Chief Executive John Lee said on Tuesday. But he added, ahead of the Executive Council meeting, that authorities would respect the final decision of the legislature on whether to approve or reject the bill on the legal framework. The administration has proposed that same-sex couples be allowed to register under a mechanism to recognise

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Ride-hailing rules must ensure taxis can operate: CE

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2025/07/15

Chief Executive John Lee on Tuesday stressed that the proposed regulatory framework for ride-hailing services must also allow taxis the room to operate. He was speaking hours before the government is expected to unveil more details on the plan. Ahead of Tuesday's Executive Council meeting, Lee said the regulation of such services was complicated and overdue, and emphasised that it is an issue that should not be allowed to drag on any longer. "The legislative proposal relating to the coexistence

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China's GDP shows resilience, grows 5.3pc in H1 2025

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2025/07/15

China's gross domestic product grew 5.3 percent year on year in the first half of 2025, data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed on Tuesday. For the second quarter of the year, GDP expanded 5.2 percent. Retail sales of consumer goods, a major indicator of consumption strength, expanded 5 percent year on year in the first half, while fixed-asset investment rose 2.8 percent. The nation's surveyed urban unemployment rate on average stood at 5.2 percent, while the per capita

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Trump threatens to target Russian trade partners

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2025/07/14

US President Donald Trump announced new weapons for Ukraine on Monday, and, in a major policy shift, threatened sanctions on buyers of Russian exports unless Russia agrees a peace deal. But Trump's threat of sanctions came with a 50-day grace period, a move that was welcomed by investors in Russia where the rouble recovered from earlier losses and stock markets rose. Sitting with Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office, Trump told reporters he was disappointed in Russian President

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SynCab first off the mark in taxi fleet race

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2025/07/14

The Transport Department on Monday issued a five-year licence to SynCab, signalling the start of Hong Kong's revamped taxi fleet system. SynCab is one of five companies set to operate fleets of up to 1,000 cabs by the end of this month as part of an effort to enhance service quality and reform the trade. To get on a SynCab taxi, passengers can book a ride through the app at a higher fare or hail one down on the street and be charged by the meter, just like other cabs. Fleet taxis will also

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HKU gets early boost in race for medical students

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2025/07/14

The University of Hong Kong’s faculty of medicine said on Monday it has already filled a sixth of its undergraduate programme enrolment quota for the upcoming academic year ahead of Wednesday's release of Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) examination results. The 57 students received unconditional offers through different schemes, namely the School Nominations Direct Admission Scheme (SNDAS) and IB Diploma programme. It said 31 students were from the SNDAS – a programme rolled out by the

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China exports pick up pace despite tariffs cloud

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2025/07/14

China's total goods imports and exports in yuan-denominated terms rose to 21.79 trillion yuan in the first half of 2025, up 2.9 percent year on year, official data. The growth rate accelerated from a rise of 2.5 percent registered in the first five months of the year, according to the General Administration of Customs on Monday. Exports rose 7.2 percent in the first six months while imports fell 2.7 percent. For June, China's export growth picked up pace, expanding 5.8 percent from the previous

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Man found dead in Lai King Estate fire

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2025/07/14

The Fire Services Department has launched a probe after a 78-year-old man was found dead in a Lai King Estate fire on Monday. The blaze broke out at around 5am in a third-floor flat in Wo King House, with the fire area measuring six by five metres. Assistant divisional officer Wong Cheuk-kei said firefighters found the dead man in bed. "We rescued three people on the same floor, and another 50 escaped by themselves. "The fire was put out at about 5.25am." The three who were rescued suffered

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Scams targeting mainland students on the rise again

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2025/07/14

Police in Hong Kong are urging mainland students to remain vigilant against scams, ahead of an upcoming peak for fraud activity targeting their money. Most scams ensnaring mainland students in the SAR occur in the first or second week of the school year in September, the force added. According to police data, there were 2,574 reports of phone scams in the first five months of this year, a nearly 20 percent jump from the same period last year. But total financial losses fell sharply to

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Man nabbed 'over HK$22m drugs bust'

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2025/07/13

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of drug trafficking and manufacturing. Officers said they intercepted a 58-year-old man in To Kwa Wan on Friday and found 335 grams of crack cocaine in his possession. Police then searched a residential unit nearby and seized 38.6 kilograms of drugs valued at more than HK$22 million. They included cocaine, crack cocaine and ketamine. Some liquid believed to be used for producing space oil drug and drug-manufacturing equipment were also confiscated. The

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Labour import scheme needs to continue: Chris Sun

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2025/07/13

Labour minister Chris Sun on Sunday rejected fresh calls to suspend the importation of workers, saying there was an acute labour shortage in many sectors. This came after trade unionist lawmaker Bill Tang said imported labour for the catering sector should be suspended as many locals were concerned about their jobs. Speaking on a TVB programme, Sun said the Enhanced Supplementary Labour Scheme already ensured that locals got priority, as employers can only import workers if they are unable to

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InvestHK flags SAR as stable business location

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2025/07/13

Current geopolitical tensions may bring more opportunities to Hong Kong as companies require a stable business environment, InvestHK director-general Alpha Lau has reiterated. Speaking after a Commercial Radio programme on Sunday, Lau said the number of foreign companies moving to Hong Kong had been on the rise in recent years and that tariffs were now also a factor. “The companies told me that, although in the short term these uncertainties are not very good for doing business, they are looking

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UK police arrest scores of Palestine Action protesters

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2025/07/13

British police arrested scores of supporters on Saturday of a pro-Palestinian protest group that was banned this month under anti-terrorism legislation. Police said they had arrested at least 41 people in London and 16 others in Manchester for showing support for the group Palestine Action. Campaign group Defend our Juries said 86 people had been arrested across the UK, with other protests held in Wales and Northern Ireland. British lawmakers proscribed the group under anti-terrorism legislation

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John Lee meets council of advisers for policy insights

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2025/07/12

Chief Executive John Lee met with members of his Council of Advisers (CECA) this week to gather crucial insights for his forthcoming Policy Address.The discussions took place over a series of luncheon meetings held from July 9 to 11. Focusing on Hong Kong's future, the council explored strategies for economic advancement and sustainability, innovation and entrepreneurship as well as regional and global collaborations. Key topics included ways to consolidate the SAR's position as an

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Police chief renews vigilance call over security risks

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2025/07/12

Police commissioner Joe Chow on Saturday called for continued vigilance against national security threats even in times of peace, saying a recent case demonstrate such risks remain. Four men believed to be members of a Taiwan-based organisation that promotes Hong Kong independence were arrested on Wednesday. Three of them have been jointly charged with one count of conspiracy to commit secession. "This case shows that national security risks always exist. We shouldn't let our guard down just

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