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周霽冀香港堅持及完善行政主導 行政立法機關合力提升特區治理效能 (19:31) – 20260204 – 港聞 – 即時新聞

周霽說,香港於過去一年民生進一步改善,亦堅決維護國家主權及發展利益,稱過去一年來的發展成就,得益於一國兩制方針、中央及內地大力支持,以及特區、社會各界人士的團結奪鬥。他亦提到,過去一年香港有多個難忘畫面,包括山東艦航母編隊訪港、立法會選舉成功舉行、大埔宏福苑火災後社會各界守望相助,相信只要香港繼續宏揚「獅子山精神」,同舟共濟、無畏無懼,在由治及興的路上就「沒有克服不了的困難。」 周霽亦表示,堅信香港一定能統籌發展及安全,寄語「寧做艱難的改革者,不做安逸的停滯者」,認為只要紥實推動經濟高質量發展,發展的紅利、治理的成效及安全的保障最終會轉化為全體香港市民的共同福祉。他稱,中聯辦會繼續全面準確、堅定不移貫徹一國兩制的方針,繼續全力支持特首李家超及特區政府依法施政。 中聯辦主任周霽致辭時說,相信香港新一年定能堅持及完善行政主導。(盧曼盈攝) 李家超:新一年將主動融入及服務國家發展大局 打造經濟發展「千里馬」 特首李家超致辭時則說,香港在馬年有四個發展方向,包括主動融入及服務國家發展大局,提到政府將主動對接十五五規劃,並首度訂立5年計劃,亦會深化與大灣區城市全方位合作。他續說,香港將打造經濟發展「千里馬」, 鞏固並提升國際金融、航運、貿易地位,爭取高增值產業落戶北都。 至於另外兩項發展方向,包括提升市民民生福祉,更大力度幫助市民安居樂業;及堅持和完善行政主導,讓行政立法良性互動,互相制衡及配合,並將高效市場及有為政府更好結合。 特首李家超致辭時說,香港在馬年有四個發展方向。(盧曼盈攝) 董經緯:國安法是香港長期繁榮穩定的可靠保證 國安公署署長董經緯說,過去一年香港由治及興邁向新步伐,香港維護國家安全的法制體系不斷完善、法治效能持續彰顯,亦堅定捍衛國家主權、安全及發展利益,築牢社會安定的根基。他指,事實證明,國安法是香港長期繁榮穩定的可靠保證,而統籌好發展及安全,是符合香港市民根本利益及共同願望。 董經緯表示,公署會繼續切實發揮職能作用,堅定不移地貫徹一國兩制方針,支持特首及特區政府履職盡責,更好融入及服務國家發展大局,保持香港長期繁榮穩定。 Source link

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Hong Kong murder suspect arrested after 37 years on run to be extradited

Hong Kong murder suspect arrested after 37 years on run to be extradited

A 62-year-old man who fled Hong Kong after a brutal murder on a Sai Kung beach nearly 37 years ago has been arrested in Thailand and will be extradited back to the city on Thursday, the South China Morning Post has learned. Mui Yiu-keung was reportedly detained on Monday at a house in Bangkok’s Nong

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Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to increase profit-sharing bonus after strong recovery

Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to increase profit-sharing bonus after strong recovery

The chief executive of Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific Airways has told staff that the airline expects to pay a higher profit-sharing bonus for 2025 than the previous year, as the carrier posted stronger financial results and benefited from a record customer satisfaction score. In a letter circulated to employees on Wednesday, CEO Ronald Lam Siu‑por

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US ‘pressure’ a major challenge to CK Hutchison’s arbitration against Panama: experts

US ‘pressure’ a major challenge to CK Hutchison’s arbitration against Panama: experts

Pressure from the United States remains a major challenge in CK Hutchison Holdings’ arbitration against Panama and it may take years to resolve the dispute, legal and political experts have said of the continuing controversy over the Hong Kong conglomorate’s ports. The company, led by billionaire Li Ka-shing’s family, said on Wednesday that its subsidiary,

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Arrests for illegal use of e-bikes, scooters in Hong Kong up 17% to 760 in 2025

Arrests for illegal use of e-bikes, scooters in Hong Kong up 17% to 760 in 2025

Hong Kong police intensified their crackdown on the illegal use of electric bicycles and scooters in 2025, leading to a 17 per cent jump in arrests to 760, according to transport authorities. Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan on Wednesday also pledged to roll out a certification mechanism later this year for electric mobility

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‘Vibrant’ Hong Kong market to attract more listings from abroad, bankers say

‘Vibrant’ Hong Kong market to attract more listings from abroad, bankers say

When Malaysian civil engineering contractor BBSB International listed in Hong Kong last month, its offering was oversubscribed by a factor of nearly 11,000, and its shares rose more than fivefold from their offer price of HK$0.60 on the morning of their trading debut. BBSB is one of several non-Chinese companies that have flocked to Hong

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Hong Kong signals caution in stablecoin license rollout

Hong Kong signals caution in stablecoin license rollout

Hong Kong authorities are moving toward issuing the city’s first stablecoin licenses, with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority targeting March for an initial round. Market expectations, however, have been carefully managed. Based on regulatory signals and industry briefings, the first batch is widely expected to be limited, likely to no more than three to five

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Government’s proposal for dogs in eateries a ‘step forward’ for Hong Kong: lawmakers

Government’s proposal for dogs in eateries a ‘step forward’ for Hong Kong: lawmakers

Hong Kong lawmakers have called a new government proposal to allow up to 1,000 restaurants to welcome dogs a “good step forward”, with one legislator saying the measure could be a “test case” for the pet economy. Agriculture and fisheries sector lawmaker Chan Pok-chi said on Wednesday the measure balanced the needs of the public

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3 Hong Kong pupils probed for drinking, overnight stay in separate room on tour

3 Hong Kong pupils probed for drinking, overnight stay in separate room on tour

Hong Kong education authorities have expressed concern over reports that two boys and a girl from a secondary school allegedly sneaked out of their hotel to drink alcohol and rent another room overnight during a mainland China exchange tour. The Education Bureau said on Wednesday that it had contacted the school immediately after learning of

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Hong Kong recalls Aptamil baby milk formula batch over toxin contamination fears

Hong Kong recalls Aptamil baby milk formula batch over toxin contamination fears

Hong Kong’s food safety watchdog has recalled a batch of Aptamil powdered infant milk formula over concerns it may be contaminated with a toxin found in similar products. The Centre for Food Safety said on Tuesday evening that a local retailer sold “a small quantity” of a batch of products suspected to contain cereulide, prompting

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Defence argues Tiananmen vigil activists’ actions ‘lawful’ exercise of rights

Defence argues Tiananmen vigil activists’ actions ‘lawful’ exercise of rights

A disbanded alliance behind Hong Kong’s Tiananmen Square vigil had only intended to promote democracy and greater political freedom when it advocated the abolition of the mainland’s one-party rule, a defence lawyer has said in a high-profile national security trial. He said the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China did

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Hong Kong firm begins arbitration proceedings over ruling against its Panama Canal port contract

HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison Holdings said Wednesday its subsidiary started arbitration proceedings against Panama after that country’s Supreme Court ruled a concession for the subsidiary to operate Panama Canal ports was unconstitutional. Hutchison said it strongly disagreed with last week’s ruling, and China warned Panama would pay “a heavy price” if it

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Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show 2026 Returns

World-Class CSI5* Speed Stake Finals at AsiaWorld-Expo180,000 sq ft Lifestyle Shopping Village Celebrates the Year of the Horse HONG KONG, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show 2026 concluded in resounding success at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE). Bringing together the world’s top riders and elite horses, the event delivered thrilling international-level competition

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Explainer | Are Hong Kong foreign exchange firms secure enough?

Explainer | Are Hong Kong foreign exchange firms secure enough?

Hong Kong was shaken last week by a 51 million yen (US$327,560) robbery, after two staff members from a Japanese currency exchange company reported that their cash was stolen outside a money changer in Sheung Wan. The two Japanese men told officers they had made an appointment to exchange about 190 million yen at a

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High rollers offered limousine trips for HK$3,500 as Uber drives into Macau

High rollers offered limousine trips for HK$3,500 as Uber drives into Macau

Travellers in Hong Kong can now book door-to-door limousine rides to Macau through Uber, with analysts expecting the new service – which costs up to HK$3,500 (US$448) per trip – to appeal to more than just well-heeled customers. Analysts said the new service could find favour with business travellers as well as fans travelling in

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Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels (HKG:45) adds HK$650m to market cap in the past 7 days, though investors from three years ago are still down 21%

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HKG:45) shareholders should be happy to see the share price up 12% in the last month. But that doesn’t change the fact that the returns over the last three years have been less than pleasing. In fact, the share price is down 22% in the last three years, falling

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Panama could pay heavy price over CK Hutchison ports ruling, Beijing warns

Panama could pay heavy price over CK Hutchison ports ruling, Beijing warns

Beijing has slammed a Panamanian Supreme Court ruling that nullified Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings’ right to operate two major ports at the country’s canal as “legally unfounded”, warning the Central American nation that it could pay a heavy political and economic price. The Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office said in a commentary on

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Hong Kong to consider HK$3,000 fixed penalty for smoking on construction sites

Hong Kong to consider HK$3,000 fixed penalty for smoking on construction sites

Hong Kong authorities are considering changing the proposed fine for smoking on a construction site to a fixed penalty of HK$3,000 (US$385) rather than a maximum of HK$150,000. Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han said on Tuesday that the initial plan was to amend the Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance, which only stipulates

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