Tag: politics

John Lee, Hong Kong's Chief Executive, commended the city's prosecutors for their integrity, professionalism, and passion amidst US threats of sanctions due to the imprisonment of numerous democrats in a national security case. Lee...

The Hong Kong government expressed its strong disapproval of the European Parliament's recent resolution regarding the city. The European body passed a non-binding resolution calling for the immediate release of opposition figures who were...

Jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai recently testified in his national security trial, stating that it was unrealistic to think about overthrowing China's Communist Party. Lai, 76, emphasized the importance of protesters in...

Jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai testified in court about discussing sanctions with former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo during the 2019 protests in Hong Kong. Lai, who is facing charges related to colluding...

The Chinese Defence Minister, Dong Jun, is currently under investigation for corruption according to a report by the Financial Times. This investigation is part of a broader probe into military corruption in China. Dong...

The government of Hong Kong firmly rejected a letter from US politicians accusing the country of damaging its reputation as an international financial center. A spokesperson for the SAR government emphasized that the claims...

Jailed media tycoon, Jimmy Lai, has strongly denied allegations that he instructed his staff at Apple Daily newspaper to advocate for Western sanctions on Hong Kong during his national security trial. The 76-year-old tycoon...

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai recently testified at his national security trial, stating that encouraging other countries to support the city's pro-democracy movement should not be seen as seeking foreign interference. Lai, who...

The Hospital Authority (HA) in Hong Kong is taking steps to improve governance and accountability following a review that highlighted unclear roles and responsibilities among staff. This initiative comes after a series of medical...

The recent failure of the defense ministers of the United States and China to meet has been attributed to the ongoing tension surrounding Taiwan. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed disappointment at China's decision...

Residents and tourists flocked to China Merchant Wharf in Western on Friday to catch a glimpse of the People's Liberation Army Navy's assault ship, the Hainan. The Hainan, along with the Changsha destroyer, which...

Chief Executive John Lee warmly welcomed two navy vessels from the country - a destroyer and an amphibious assault ship - that have arrived in the SAR. The arrival of The Changsha and The...

Taiwan's Foreign Minister, Lin Chia-lung, recently made an unannounced visit to Brussels to meet with members of the European Parliament. This visit is part of Taiwan's efforts to strengthen ties with European countries amidst...

Hong Kong prosecutors have challenged the acquittal of the Democratic Party chairman in a 2019 unlawful assembly case, saying the politician had “encouraged” protesters despite knowing they were resisting police. Justices of Appeal Derek...

The Hong Kong government has strongly condemned and opposed Western governments, anti-China groups, and politicians, as well as foreign media for smearing and maliciously attacking the SAR. This came after foreign criticism of the...

A 71-year-old Chinese man named John Chen from Los Angeles has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for his involvement in a plot targeting the Falun Gong spiritual movement in the United States....

Detained pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai is about to testify for the first time in his national security trial. The 76-year-old founder of Apple Daily faces serious charges under Beijing's security law and a...

Chief Executive John Lee issued a stern warning on Tuesday, stating that individuals who pose a threat to national security will face punishment as prescribed by the law. This statement comes after 45 opposition...

The Hong Kong government is considering whether to appeal for longer sentences for certain democrats who were recently jailed in the city's largest national security case. A total of 45 former legislators, ex-district councillors,...

More than three years and eight months since 45 Hong Kong pro-democracy activists were charged with conspiring to commit subversion, their family members on Tuesday learned when they would next see their loved ones...

Secretary for Security Chris Tang has commented on the severity of the sentences handed down in the city's largest national security case so far. The High Court sentenced 45 people for conspiracy to commit...

Hong Kong has been in the spotlight as pro-democracy activists faced sentencing in a landmark national security case. The High Court handed down jail terms to 45 individuals, including prominent figures like Benny Tai,...

Forty-five individuals were handed prison sentences ranging from four years and two months to 10 years for subversion in what is considered the largest national security trial in Hong Kong so far. Out of...

A long line of more than 60 people formed outside a Hong Kong courthouse in anticipation of the sentencing of 45 pro-democracy advocates in a national security trial. The Judiciary announced that only five...

A recent book launch event at an independent bookstore in Hong Kong was disrupted by a group of individuals who accused the writer of "poisoning" readers. The event, hosted by travel writer Pazu at...

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with outgoing President Joe Biden for the last time, expressing readiness to work with the new US administration for a smooth transition in bilateral ties. The meeting took place...

The Apec Economic Leaders’ Week recently came to a close in Peru, with the host nation highlighting three main objectives, one of which was to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth. During the week-long...

In Zhuhai, China, a tragic incident occurred on Monday night when a man drove his car into pedestrians near a sports center, resulting in the death of at least 35 people and injuring many...

US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet for the final time on Saturday at the Asia-Pacific summit in Peru. This meeting comes amidst growing concerns about the potential...

A Taiwanese fishing boat captain who was detained in China for over four months on charges of illegal fishing has been released after paying a fine, according to Taiwan's coast guard. The boat, named...