Critical commentary and analysis on Hong Kong, China and Taiwan affairs from HKFP’s community of columnists and expert voices.
How Hong Kong’s ruff deal for dogs pushes owners away from adoption
“Is there a consensus among the (disillusioned?) young that raising a dog is preferable to having real kids? After all a dog is cheaper, easier to manage, and will never get big enough to want a room of its own,” wonders Tim Hamlett.
Climate crisis: Private sector must play its part – but beware of greenwashing
The World Economic Forum has said the climate adaptation market could be worth US$2 trillion per year by 2026 – a great opportunity for the private sector, writes Judy Cheung.
Climate crisis: What can Hong Kong do to adapt to extreme weather events amid global heating?
“As a city with a significant global footprint, Hong Kong has a role to play in tackling climate change,” writes Carly Leung. It is time for the government to demonstrate the commitment it has promised.
Climate crisis: Why civil society needs to be invited to the negotiating table
“Experiencing even the ‘tip of the iceberg’ of the consequences brought by the climate crisis may be exactly what global leaders and negotiators need to accelerate the climate agenda,” writes Chin Chin Lam.