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William Yiu
Senior Correspondent, Hong Kong
William is a journalist with more than 15 years of experience. He has worked for different radio stations and Chinese-language newspapers — covering education and politics respectively — before joining the Post in 2021.
William is a journalist with more than 15 years of experience. He has worked for different radio stations and Chinese-language newspapers — covering education and politics respectively — before joining the Post in 2021.
Areas of Expertise:
Education and Hong Kong politicsLanguages Spoken:
Cantonese, English
Educators welcome chance to enrol overseas students in semi-private schools under new initiative, but cite accommodation and funding issues.
Public primary and secondary schools interested are required to submit their application forms by February 2026.
Tai Po Baptist Public School principal says ‘going back to our campus to attend classes is not an ideal arrangement for every stakeholder’.
Central authorities also reveal dates for Apec economic leaders’ meeting in Shenzhen next year, while Macau set to hold tourism ministers’ event.
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City is expected to install new fire-tested plastic meshes at more than 200 buildings from next month.
Government says it strongly disapproves of and opposes US Congressional-Executive Commission on China’s repeated attempts to interfere in city affairs.
About 600 pupils at Tai Po Baptist Public School near Wang Fuk Court have adjusted well to classes held at CityU and EdU, educators say.
Drop from 1,502 to 1,487 classes in past academic year prompts warnings of school closures from education leaders.
Disappointed students say axed Christmas celebrations would have helped take their minds off tragedy in Tai Po.
Wong Shiu Chi Secondary School, which is just 10 minutes from scene of fire, also offering counselling, puts all assessments on hold.
Incumbent lawmaker Tang Fei is running against Ray Cheung, associate provost of City University, for the education sector seat.
M&F Lucky Holiday, which owes 1,500 customers about HK$1.7 million for cancelled tours, could be in breach of Travel Industry Ordinance.
Tai Po Baptist Public School to hold lessons at Tai Po Government Primary School and NTWJWA Christian Remembrance of Grace Primary School.
Some residents opt to stay with friends and family to stay close to former neighbourhood following last week’s fire at Wang Fuk Court.
King’s College and Queen Elizabeth School screen donations, review collections in line with guidelines.
Unprecedented agreement with Queensland University of Technology and Griffith University applies to those from direct subsidy scheme schools.
Fair in late November at AsiaWorld-Expo is expected to have 300 institutions taking part.
At the Post’s Family Business Summit, chief executive also highlights developments in Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis megaproject.
Five secondary schools, including elite institutions among those cleared to expand intake next academic year under Education Bureau review.
Petition against Shatin Government Primary School draws more than 200 signatures as parents bemoan disregard of opinions over ‘biased’ policy.
University of Hong Kong president Xiang Zhang says recognition is both honour and responsibility.
European universities’ tuition fees generally lower and over 4,500 programmes offered in English, says head of the EU office in Hong Kong.
“With the one-year truce, manufacturers can now make 2026 business plans with more confidence and flexibility,” says industry leader.
Inclusion of five more sectors brings total to 17 under the scheme, as city works to strengthen its role as a global ‘superconnector’.
Slaughtering of donkeys for their hides has become a problem in Africa, with daily rates reportedly reaching up to 400 in Kenya to meet China’s demand, NGO says.
Hong Kong Tourism Board also says spending sentiment improved among visitors at this year’s four-day event.
DSE student intake drops to a record low of 74 per cent, with 500 fewer admissions compared with a decade ago.
While ranking is globally recognised, it does not fully reflect an institution’s unique characteristics and strengths, president says.
EdU president also encourages authorities to offer more scholarships at public universities and ensure academic programmes are future-proof.
