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We were too lenient on pro-democracy politicians, says senior Hong Kong legislator Regina Ip

A senior figure in John Lee’s incoming administration says opposition politicians ‘only have themselves to blame’ for being arrested

The Guardian - AU

In Hong Kong, Xi says 'one country, two systems' is here to stay

There is no reason to change Hong Kong's "one country, two systems" formula of governance, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on a rare visit to the global financial hub after swearing in the city's new leader, John Lee, on Friday.

Reuters

As China tightens grip, Hong Kong’s luster as ‘world city’ dims

Tens of thousands of residents are exiting the former British colony as Beijing reshapes life in the city.

Al Jazeera

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Truss: UK will continue stand up for the rights of Hong Kong

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived for a ceremony to mark the 25th anniversary of the handover of the ex-British colony.

The Independent UK

A tale of two cities, as Xi Jinping visits Hong Kong

'Manhattan meets Hawaii." That's how I described Hong Kong to outsiders when I first moved here 7 years ago, dazzled by glittering skyscrapers ringing lush green mountains next to the sea.

Bangkok Post

Xi Jinping leaves mainland China for the first time in years as Hong Kong marks the halfway point for 'One Country, Two Systems'

As Xi Jinping embarks on his first trip outside of mainland China since the pandemic began, observers suspect the anniversary visit could be a chance to further strengthen Beijing's hold on Hong Kong.

ABC News

UK PM says China must be held to commitments made on Hong Kong

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Britain would do all it could to hold Beijing to its commitments on democratic rights made 25 years ago when Hong Kong was handed back to China.

Reuters

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‘Just another Chinese city’: Xi’s Hong Kong visit marks its new era under Beijing’s control

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Even before he set foot in Hong Kong, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s intent was clear: to usher in the city’s next chapter under the firm grip of Communist Party rule.

Los Angeles Times

China to press on with 'zero Covid', despite economic risks, Xi Jinping says

HONG KONG: Chinese President Xi Jinping has reaffirmed the country's zero-tolerance approach to Covid-19 even though "it might hurt the economy".

Bangkok Post

Hong Kong Has ‘Risen from the Ashes’, China’s Xi Says on Rare Visit

Hong Kong has overcome its challenges and "risen from the ashes", China's President Xi Jinping said on Thursday, as he arrived in the former British colony to celebrate 25 years since its return to Chinese rule. Xi is to swear in the global financial hub's new leader, John Lee, on…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Bubble Rap: Susie Bubble on the demise of Hong Kong’s Jumbo

As rumours swirl of the sinking of a Hong Kong dining icon, Susie Lau can’t help but see the not so subtle parallels with the city so close to her heart

Evening Standard

China’s Xi arrives in Hong Kong ahead of anniversary

President Xi Jinping will take part in ceremony marking 25 years since Hong Kong’s return to Chinese rule.

Al Jazeera

Chinese leader Xi arrives in Hong Kong for 25th anniversary of handover

The Chinese leader is expected to speak about Hong Kong's future at a ceremony Friday marking the return of the former British colony to Chinese rule on July 1, 1997.

WEKU

Chinese President Xi arrives in Hong Kong for handover anniversary- state TV

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Hong Kong on Thursday for events to celebrate 25 years since the former British colony returned to Chinese rule and the inauguration of the city's new leader John Lee, state media reported.

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Business leaders say new Hong Kong chief must open up city, rebuild its image

Business executives in Hong Kong have a wish list for its new leader: scrap COVID-19 quarantine rules, and promote the rule of law and transparent regulations to revive foreign investor confidence - before the territory becomes a hardship posting.

The Independent UK

Hong Kong gears up to welcome Xi for handover anniversary

Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to begin a two-day visit to Hong Kong to mark the 25th anniversary of the city’s handover to mainland China, with a raft of heightened security measures and thousands of guests put into quarantine ahead of the celebrations

Benzinga

Alibaba Falls 1%, Nio Gains 4%: What's Weighing On Hong Kong Stocks Today

Shares of major U.S.-listed Chinese companies were trading mixed in Hong Kong on Thursday, as major tech stocks like Alibaba Group Holdings (NYSE: BABA) and Tencent Holdings (OTC: TCEHY) slipped, while Baidu In

Al Jazeera

Hong Kong: 25 years under Chinese rule

Hong Kong has been through immense changes since it was returned to Chinese rule in July 1, 1997.

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The Guardian - UK

Hong Kong tightens security as Xi visits for 25th anniversary of handover

China’s president makes first trip outside mainland since pandemic began as territory prepares to mark milestone

The Guardian - AU

The Hong Kong ‘unofficials’ who advised Britain on the handover – and were ignored

Reviled by Beijing and dismissed by London, a group of local advisers tried and failed to ensure the interests of Hongkongers would be protected after 1997

Benzinga

Wealth Manager Noah Banks on Hong Kong to Revive Fortunes

Key Takeaways: Noah Holdings was approved for a secondary listing in Hong Kong, offsetting the risk of its shares being ousted from New York The company posted record profits last year from a super-rich client base, but revenues and profits fell more than 30% in the first quarter in a…

The Conversation

Hong Kong's handover 25 years on: why human rights eroded so dramatically in the past two years

July 1 marks the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover from British colonial rule to the People’s Republic of China.

Tribune News Service

Xi is finally leaving mainland China after 893 days at home

President Xi Jinping is set to finally leave mainland China after 893 days at home, even as he still trumpets a COVID zero policy that has isolated the world’s No. 2 economy diplomatically amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Nottingham Post

First look around Nottingham cafe Kofuku opened by two former university students

Traditional Hong Kong food is served

Reuters

Hong Kong daily COVID cases rise above 2,000, highest since April

Hong Kong reported more than 2,000 new coronavirus infections on Wednesday, the highest since April, as daily COVID-19 cases rise ahead of celebrations to mark the city's 25th anniversary of its handover to China.

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