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Liu Pak-wai, an economics professor and former government adviser, says city’s 6 per cent debt-to-GDP ratio could easily go up to 10 per cent without problems.

Concern over risks to investment and potential enforcement standards that could affect foreign nationals under home-grown national security law.

The vote will be held after press time on Wednesday night.

Secretary for Justice Paul Lam acknowledges authorities are getting a lot of questions on proposed national security law.

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BERLIN — For years, German foreign policy was rarely a domain of fierce debate over fundamentally different alternatives. Since reunification (1989-1991), Europe’s largest country and strongest economy has defined its foreign policy in terms of European and transatlantic relations, implying ever-deeper anchoring within the European Union and NATO. In practice, this meant

"I care about one thing only – returning the hostages," Lapid said.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced on Tuesday that he will personally host an explanatory session this afternoon to explain the legi...

Last week, Hong Kong’s government began the process of adopting a controversial new national security law that critics worry will further roll back civil liberties in the Asian financial hub. The government says the law is needed because the city is required by Article 23 of its mini constitution, the Basic Law, to establish its…

The government has already made a better start than in 2003 with its detailed public consultation document and promise to adhere to common law principles and protect fundamental rights. Continuing efforts to clarify issues and reassure Hongkongers will be vital for success.