The government says the city’s smallest apartments need more regulation. For some of Hong Kong’s poorest, that could mean higher rents or even eviction.
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Hong Kong Adopts Sweeping Security Laws, Bowing to Beijing
The legislation targets “external interference” and the theft of state secrets, with implications for businesses, journalists, civil servants and others.
Hong Kong Targets Dissidents Overseas With Bounties
The rewards of $128,000 for information leading to the prosecution of dissidents who have fled Hong Kong reflect stepped-up pressure to intimidate activists beyond the reach of the government.
Hong Kong Mask Mandate, One of World’s Last, Will End
As of Wednesday, the city will no longer require people to wear masks indoors, outdoors or on public transportation.
In Bid to Show It Is Open, Hong Kong Bends Covid Rules … for Some
Three splashy events this week were meant to prove that the former British colony was still “Asia’s World City.” But Covid exemptions were provided for visitors from overseas, especially the wealthy ones.
For Hong Kong’s Beijing-Backed Officials, Xi’s All That
The city’s leaders are rushing to embrace Xi Jinping, China’s leader, a performance of devotion that is a jarring shift for Hong Kong’s once rambunctious political culture.
For Hong Kong’s Beijing-Backed Officials, Xi’s All That
The city’s leaders are rushing to embrace Xi Jinping, China’s leader, a performance of devotion that is a jarring shift for Hong Kong’s once rambunctious political culture.
John Lee Wins Hong Kong’s Rubber-Stamp Election
John Lee, who won a rubber-stamp leadership election on Sunday, will implement the next stage of China’s agenda for the former British colony.
In Hong Kong Election, John Lee Is Running Uncontested
John Lee, a Beijing loyalist who oversaw the crackdown on pro-democracy protests, built his career by deepening his contacts within the mainland security services.
Your Thursday Briefing: Ukrainians Flee the East
As officials warn of escalating violence, the West increases sanctions.