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Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has announced that the public consultation for his final Policy Address of the current term will begin on Monday, running in tandem with the ongoing consultation for the city’s first Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development (2026-2030). The...

Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivered a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Summer Davos Forum in Dalian, strongly rebutting the so-called “China Shock 2.0” theory while highlighting how China’s innovation is creating new opportunities for the global economy. In his address, Premier...

Hong Kong residents can look forward to a vibrant summer celebration as the 36th Hong Kong Book Fair, the Sports and Leisure Expo, and the World of Snacks return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from July 15 to 21, 2026. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development...

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Leader of the Labour Party and as Prime Minister on Monday (June 22, 2026). In a formal statement, Starmer said he would remain in office in a caretaker capacity until a new Labour Party leader is elected, in order to ensure a...

The United States and Iran conducted a fresh round of negotiations in Switzerland on June 21, 2026, marking another important step in diplomatic efforts to stabilise the region following last month’s temporary cease-fire. US Vice President JD Vance, who is closely overseeing the negotiations,...