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Hong Kong election brings in younger, fresher faces

THE NEW DISTRICT COUNCILS in Hong Kong will be characterized by having more young newcomers and professionals after the latest council election was held on Sunday. With a turnout rate of 27.54%, the composition of the new District Council underlines the fact that Hong Kong is an open and pluralistic community. Steven Ho Chun-yin is…

December 12, 20230Comments ByHenry Ho

Opinion

Here’s what needs to be done to boost Hong Kong’s nightlife

While Hong Kong looks great at night, some of the rigid regulations need to be loosened, says Henry Ho WITH VICTORIA HARBOUR’S dazzling night time scenes and skyline, glittering neon signs and spectacular tourist attractions, Hong Kong, described as “the Pearl of the Orient”, is nothing short of an urban spectacle. It is excellent news…

September 28, 20230Comments ByHenry Ho

Opinion

Travel resumption boosts Hong Kong integration

AS LUNAR NEW YEAR approaches, the long-awaited resumption of quarantine-free travel between the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong fueled the excitement of many people after a three-year hiatus. While the public focus is mostly on family reunions and economy recovery, it is undeniable that the resumption of quarantine-free travel will also inject great impetus into…

January 16, 20230Comments ByHenry Ho

Opinion

Hong Kong still has two systems—and a bright future

HONG KONG HAS PROGRESSED significantly since its reunification with the Motherland. The past decade has seen abrupt changes in our country’s internal and external environment and Hong Kong has undergone ups and downs including unforgettably tumultuous times in 2014 and 2019. Yet, thanks to the principle of “One Country, Two Systems”, and the bold leadership…

October 11, 20220Comments ByHenry Ho

Opinion

Think tanks can play bigger role in guiding Hong Kong

AS HONG KONG celebrates the 25th anniversary of its reunification with China, numerous articles have been published, illustrating the success of Hong Kong under “one country, two systems”, a political framework full of Chinese wisdom. As a think-tank leader and researcher for more than 10 years, I would like to discuss how think tanks…

July 2, 20220Comments ByHenry Ho

Opinion

Our civil servants are loyal – just like those of other countries

A RECENT ARTICLE in the Economist titled "Stay neutral, love the party" said that the Central Government of China had “no abundant trust” in Hong Kong’s civil service. It said Chief Executive-elect Mr. John Lee Ka-chiu would appoint fewer administrative officers (AOs), the elite rank of civil servants to be his cabinet members. And as…

May 23, 20220Comments ByHenry Ho

Opinion

Co-ordination and support key for Hong Kong covid fight

Even though Hong Kong's Covid wave may have peaked, better coordination and mutual support is a must for a successful response, says Henry Ho MORE THAN A MONTH into the fight against the fifth wave of the epidemic in Hong Kong, with the strong support of the central government of China, daily confirmed cases and…

March 12, 20220Comments ByHenry Ho

Opinion

Hong Kong, mainland join hands to fight pandemic

THE NUMBER OF CASES of Covid-19 in Hong Kong has skyrocketed since the Lunar New Year. It is heartbreaking to learn of the passing away of hundreds of our citizens, including an 11-month-old baby and dozens of elders aged 80 or above. Following five rounds of meetings in Shenzhen chaired by Xia Baolong, director…

March 1, 20220Comments ByHenry Ho

Opinion

Finding a Hong Kong answer to the Covid problem

HONG KONG HAS BEEN caught in the fifth wave of COVID-19 since the start of the Lunar New Year, with daily infections surpassing the highest numbers seen since the outbreak started two years ago. Many voices have questioned the feasibility of Hong Kong's zero-covid policy, pointing to the fact that countries that previously had…

February 21, 20220Comments ByHenry Ho

Opinion

Winter Games are chance to thaw icy relationship

AFTER 14 YEARS, Beijing is playing host to the Olympic Games again. While most Olympic cities in the world suffered staggering financial losses, or were plagued by bribery and other charges, China has spared no effort in demonstrating to the world its heart-warming hospitality, distinctive culture, and extraordinary capability for organizing huge events. At…

February 11, 20220Comments ByHenry Ho

Henry Ho

Hong Kong election brings in younger, fresher faces

Here’s what needs to be done to boost Hong Kong’s nightlife

Travel resumption boosts Hong Kong integration

Hong Kong still has two systems—and a bright future

Think tanks can play bigger role in guiding Hong Kong

Our civil servants are loyal – just like those of other countries

Co-ordination and support key for Hong Kong covid fight

Hong Kong, mainland join hands to fight pandemic

Finding a Hong Kong answer to the Covid problem

Winter Games are chance to thaw icy relationship

Can Europe dare to do the smart thing, and partner with China in Africa?

Australia’s government lives in a Pentagon-penned fiction of US primacy

How the HK Bar Association lost its way – and was guided back on track