Here's everything you need to know from March 29 to April 4.
The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on April 1 strongly condemns the United States (US) for including six Central Authorities and HKSAR officials in a so-called "sanctions" list in an attempt to intimidate the relevant officials safeguarding national security. It, once again, clearly exposed the US' barbarity under its hegemony, which is exactly the same as its recent tactics in bullying and coercing various countries and regions. The HKSAR despises such so-called "sanctions" and is not intimidated by such despicable behaviour. The HKSAR officials will continue to resolutely discharge the duty of safeguarding national security. The HKSAR Government will make every effort to protect the legitimate rights and interests of all personnel.
CityU's student assaults 5 at campus, arrested for 7 offenses including attacking police
City University of Hong Kong on March 31, an assault on police, a 23-year-old male student, suspected of being asked to lower the sound of the phone and suddenly attacked, first clashed with a female researcher, and then attacked the dining hall staff and the investigation of the police on the scene, but also gave one of the police officers an overarm throwone. After a round of chasing, he was finally subdued by pepper spray.
Police said the arrested man was involved in seven crimes, including wounding, assaulting police, resisting arrest and theft.
30-year police journey: New police chief Joe Chow brings frontline experience and global vision
According to a report by Xinhua News Agency, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, and based on the nomination and recommendation of the HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee, the State Council on April 2, 2025, officially appointed Chow Yat-ming as Commissioner of Police, and removed Raymond Siu from the post.
China to impose additional 34 percent tariffs on all imported U.S. products starting April 10
China said on Friday (April 4) it will impose reciprocal 34% tariffs on all imports from the United States from April 10.
IShowSpeed starts journey in HK
Recently, American internet celebrity IShowSpeed, boasting 37 million followers, has been live-streaming across various locations in China, creating a sensation on the international internet. Today (April 4), he made an appearance in Hong Kong. This morning, IShowSpeed visited Times Square, personally experienced the local folk custom of "villain hitting", and later went to Ocean Park to see the giant pandas.
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