A villa in Stanley, priced at over 100 million yuan, was found to have steel reinforcement that did not conform to the blueprints. Intriguingly, the scandal wasn't brought to light by a traditional newspaper, but rather by a real estate online media outlet. This kind of situation is not unfamiliar [...]
The Dilemma of Online Public Opinion and Oversight under Systemic Failure Read More »
Overseas travelers sit in front of their screens, tapping away to activate their smart assistants. A mainland AI-powered itinerary planning tool has recently been integrated into the Hong Kong market. Tourists no longer need to consult travel guides or search websites; they simply input a command: "Please plan the most authentic four-day, three-night itinerary in Hong Kong." Instantly, attractions, accommodations, and transportation routes are displayed. Travelers no longer manually search and filter; the choice is increasingly handed over to algorithms. The Hong Kong SAR government's latest Policy Address 2026 proposes AI tourism applications, introducing personalized travel suggestions through Discover Hong Kong, but this thinking remains at the level of digital promotion. As international technology platforms increasingly become gateways to tourism information, if the government only focuses on developing interfaces, it is tantamount to mistaking digital promotion for digital infrastructure. The government's role has never been to personally develop tourism platforms, much less to compete with multinational technology companies for traffic.
Is the tourism industry ready to be recommended by AI? Read More »
September 12th is the United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation. A few days ago, a silent power struggle unfolded in the UN General Assembly hall. African countries spearheaded a resolution on "correcting maps," which was overwhelmingly adopted. The resolution encourages the world to adopt the equal-area geodetic projection method for maps. For over 400 years, the world has been accustomed to Mercator maps, where the high-latitude European and American tectonic plates are invisibly magnified, resulting in a long-term distortion of the vast territory of Africa on paper. Why are African countries so concerned about a map redrawing? Because what they are fighting for is not merely the territory on paper, but the right to define "what constitutes development." This pursuit of visual cognitive justice reflects a profound shift in global governance concepts.
After redrawing the world map—what should Hong Kong export to the global south? Read More »
The ivory tower is tainted with the stench of money, a truly disheartening sight. The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has indicted a University of Hong Kong associate professor, alleging he accepted HK$2.2 million in bribes when approving an information technology education project worth over HK$10 million. While the public clamors for digital education and bureaucrats lavishly spend money, when the original purpose of education is absent, even the most elaborate technological projects are nothing more than easy prey for vested interests. Such carelessness in administrative funding is reflected in the eerily quiet Legislative Council chambers. A review of the recent Legislative Council session records reveals very few oral inquiries specifically addressing youth issues or calling on the Home Affairs and Youth Affairs Bureau. Politicians have disregarded the concerns of young people; ultimately, this stems from a mindset of prioritizing material gain over human connection. No matter how grand the blueprint for the future, without providing a stage for young people to shine, it remains nothing but empty rhetoric.
If justice is consistently delayed, judicial reform is necessary. For a long time, Hong Kong's judicial system has not only maintained social order but also earned international trust. However, when courts suffer from chronic staff shortages and case waiting times often exceed hundreds of days, it becomes more than just an administrative figure within the courts. It becomes a heavy "hidden tax," increasing social costs and internal friction. Local and multinational corporations, imprisoned defendants awaiting trial, and ordinary citizens yearning for justice all share the burden of the courts' stagnation.
Introducing a professional judge system to address the shortage of judicial personnel Read More »
The August sun blazed fiercely, a heatwave swept through Hong Kong, and the city was abuzz with excitement. Top international football teams visited Hong Kong one after another, tickets selling out in the blink of an eye, the cheers of fans seemingly fueled by the economic boom of these events. Meanwhile, the authorities extended "National Fitness Day" to two days for the first time, drawing huge crowds eager to experience a moment of free exercise. In conjunction with the national "Fitness Day" in August, the Hong Kong government seemed to be painting a picture of a vibrant sporting era. However, dazzling fireworks are not everyday occurrences. The deafening cheers inside the stadiums could not mask the harsh reality of a lack of regular exercise among the population. Is this city-wide sports fervor truly rooted in the community, or merely a mirage with public relations value? While foreign stars were showered with fanfare on the pitch, ordinary citizens were battling scalpers to reserve a run-down badminton court. This bizarre and disjointed situation is a dilemma we urgently need to confront.
Where can citizens get some exercise outside of major sporting events? Read More »
As June arrived, several of my friends from out of town visited Hong Kong. Upon entering the airport terminal, they were immediately drawn in by the enticing aroma of tea. A demonstration of Hong Kong-style milk tea making techniques was underway, with the chef skillfully preparing the tea in mid-air.
In the early hours of the morning, the skyscrapers on both sides of Victoria Harbour remained brightly lit. The city's economic engine has always been driven by the sweat and toil of countless workers. While Hong Kong people's work ethic is world-renowned, behind the gleaming glass curtain walls, heavy work pressure acts like invisible shackles, gradually eroding the souls of its citizens. Recently, during peak job-hunting season, many Gen Z graduates confided in me, lamenting the high pressure and fast pace of their internships, which left them deeply self-doubting and even experiencing a profound sense of powerlessness.
Data doesn't lie; this sense of powerlessness is far from unfounded. AXA's mental health survey reveals that over 30% of Generation Z report suffering from severe stress, a proportion far exceeding the 231% TP3T in the 35-44 age group and the 181% TP3T in the 45-54 age group. However, this phenomenon cannot be simply attributed to "young people's poor stress tolerance," as a high-pressure workplace culture is impacting all age groups, becoming a hidden cross-generational epidemic. As early as 2022, a survey by the Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions' Occupational Safety and Health Association showed that a staggering 84.51% TP3T respondents frequently felt immense work pressure. In the same year, the Federation of Trade Unions also accurately identified work as the biggest source of stress for fathers in Hong Kong.
Ten years of silent cries: Migrant workers are deeply mired in "overwork syndrome". Read More »
Amidst the recent heated discussions about waste reduction, many citizens have taken the first step towards environmental protection with good intentions, but they are often met with a frustrating reality. Carrying a bag of dripping, smelly kitchen waste, searching for smart recycling bins on the street, and even returning home disappointed when the machines are full or malfunctioning, has become a daily annoyance. This seemingly insignificant pain point of "dripping kitchen waste" actually directly exposes a blind spot in the governance of the Hong Kong SAR government's promotion of a "circular economy."
Connecting the "last mile" of rural recycling Read More »
Earlier, the Minsi Policy Research Institute collaborated with the Shanghai-Hong Kong Joint Institute of Development of the Chinese University of Hong Kong to co-organize the "Building Bridges and Achieving Across Boundaries" seminar, allowing over a hundred participants from different generations and professional backgrounds to form groups and put forward more than 30 proposals covering areas such as governance reform, elderly living, educational innovation, industrial upgrading, and cultural creativity.
Let "cross-sector collaboration" become a new paradigm for good governance Read More »