Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4
A girl who went missing in Sheung Shui has been located.
Chen Xin-yi, aged 14, went missing after she left her residence in Po Shek Wu Estate on August 3 night. Her family made a report to Police on August 7.
The girl was located on Pik Wan Road, Kwun Tong, this afternoon (August 14). She sustained no injuries and no suspicious circumstances were detected.
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4
The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), as representative of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR Government), announced that a tender of 5-year RMB institutional Government Bonds through the re-opening of existing Government Bond (issue number 05GB3005001) under the Infrastructure Bond Programme was held today (August 14).
A total of RMB1.25 billion 5-year Government Bonds were offered today. A total of RMB3.781 billion tender applications were received. The bid-to-cover ratio, i.e. the ratio of bonds applied for to bonds issued, is 3.02. The average price accepted is 101.27, implying an annualised yield of 1.697 per cent.
HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds Tender Results
Tender results of 5-year RMB HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds:
| Tender Date | : | August 14, 2025 |
| Issue Number | : | 05GB3005001 (Re-open) |
| Stock Code | : | 85023 (HKGB1.97 3005-R) |
| Issue and Settlement Date | : | August 18, 2025 |
| Tenor | : | 5 years |
| Maturity Date | : | May 15, 2030 |
| Coupon Rate | : | 1.97 per cent |
| Amount Applied | : | RMB3.781 billion |
| Amount Allotted | : | RMB1.25 billion |
| Bid-to-Cover Ratio* | : | 3.02 |
| Average Price Accepted (Yield) | : | 101.27 (1.697 per cent (Note)) |
| Lowest Price Accepted (Yield) | : | 101.13 (1.728 per cent (Note)) |
| Pro-rata Ratio | : | About 75 per cent |
| Average Tender Price (Yield) | : | 100.86 (1.788 per cent (Note)) |
* Calculated as the amount of bonds applied for over the amount of bonds issued.
Note: The yields stated above are annualised yields. For reference, the semi-annualised yields corresponding to the average price accepted, lowest price accepted, and average tender price are 1.690 per cent, 1.721 per cent, and 1.780 per cent respectively.
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4
The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) today issued (Aug 14) the following joint statement on recent market movements in relation to stablecoins.
The HKMA and the SFC have noted recent abrupt market movements linked to the stablecoin concept. These movements appear to follow corporate announcements, news reports, social media posts or speculations regarding plans to apply for stablecoin issuer licence, engage in related activities or explore the feasibility of such initiatives in Hong Kong. Some of these claims have also mentioned recent engagements with financial regulatory authorities in Hong Kong.
The HKMA reiterates that it adopts a robust and prudent approach, with a reasonably high bar, in considering applications for stablecoin issuer licence. The HKMA emphasises that an indication of interest or application for a stablecoin licence, and the HKMA’s communication with the interested entities are just part of the licensing process. The granting of licence will be determined by the fulfilment of the licensing criteria.
Given the significant uncertainties surrounding the outcomes of these preliminary plans or applications, the abrupt market movements noted above, often driven by excitement or speculation, highlight the need to stay vigilant in these frenetic situations. This heightened volatility in share prices can lead to irrational decisions, thereby exposing investors to undue risks.
In the light of this phenomenon, the HKMA and the SFC urge the public to exercise caution, conduct thorough research, and refrain from making irrational investment decisions based solely on market hype or price momentum. They should remember well-considered and informed decision-making is essential to mitigate risks in times of heightened volatility.
Market participants are reminded to exercise responsibility in public communications, and refrain from making statements that could mislead investors or create unrealistic expectations.
To safeguard market integrity and protect investors, the SFC’s dedicated market surveillance team, equipped with advanced and proven systems, will closely monitor trading activities in Hong Kong. It will take stringent actions against any manipulative or deceptive practices that could compromise the integrity of the market.
The Chief Executive of the HKMA, Mr Eddie Yue, said, “The HKMA adopts a rigorous and prudent approach in assessing applications for stablecoin issuer licence. The approval thresholds set are high, and only a handful of licences will be granted initially. We have been in preliminary communication with dozens of parties regarding stablecoin licensing as part of our market engagement. Such communication, or the related indication of interest or application, is not an indicator of approval or endorsement of any entity’s prospects.”
The Chief Executive Officer of the SFC, Ms Julia Leung, said, “Recent share price movements associated with the stablecoin concept underscore the importance for investors to be clear-minded about the risks involved and the potential financial losses from making relevant investments. In addition to conducting thorough research themselves, they should always be mindful of the misleading prospects of gains from short-term price volatility and be wary of unsubstantiated claims, particularly those appearing on social media. The SFC will continue to monitor market activities closely and will not hesitate in taking forceful and decisive actions to maintain market integrity and protect investors from undue risks.”
Source: Republic of China Taiwan
MOFA thanks prime ministers of New Zealand and Australia for joint statement supporting peace and stability across Taiwan Strait
Date：2025-08-11
Data Source：Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs
August 11, 2025
No.284
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon met on August 9. In a joint statement following the meeting, they underscored the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. They also expressed opposition to the threat or use of force or coercion, as well as to attempts to unilaterally change the status quo.
This follows a similar declaration by the Australian and New Zealand prime ministers in August last year, demonstrating their consistent position in attaching great importance to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung expresses his affirmation and gratitude for the new joint statement.
Meanwhile, the joint statement also called for the resolution of issues and disputes, including those involving the Taiwan Strait, through dialogue and other peaceful means. It also conveyed concern over dangerous, destabilizing, and provocative activities in the South China Sea and urged all parties to de-escalate tensions in accordance with international law.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes the fact that like-minded countries continue to express concern at international events regarding peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and in the South China Sea. Taiwan will continue to promote integrated diplomacy and work with like-minded partners to advance democracy, peace, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. (E)
Source: Republic of China Taiwan
MOFA response to August 11 collision between a Chinese PLA destroyer and a coast guard cutter while in pursuit of Philippine Coast Guard patrol vessel BRP Suluan near Scarborough Shoal
August 14, 2025
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expresses grave concern over the recent incident in the South China Sea near the Scarborough Shoal, during which a People’s Liberation Army Navy destroyer and a China Coast Guard cutter conducted dangerous maneuvers while in pursuit of a Philippine Coast Guard patrol vessel. This aggressive act seriously disrupted regional peace and stability and directly endangered the lives and safety of Philippine coast guard personnel.
MOFA is closely following ongoing disputes over islands in the South China Sea and urges all parties to exercise restraint. China, in particular, should not take any actions to escalate the current situation, jeopardize the lives and safety of seafarers, and undermine peace, stability, and the status quo in the South China Sea.
MOFA reiterates that South China Sea issues can only be peacefully resolved through appropriate multilateral dialogue and conflict resolution mechanisms. Taiwan and other like-minded countries will continue to monitor developments in the South China Sea and work together to uphold regional security and stability.
Source: Hong Kong Information Services
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today strongly disapproved of and rejected the unfounded and biased content related to Hong Kong contained in the US Department of State’s so-called 2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices.
In a statement, the Hong Kong SAR Government said it strongly disapproves of and rejects the US’ repeated tactics through the so-called report in making slandering remarks against Hong Kong, where “one country, two systems” is successfully implemented.
It pointed out that the US is once again overriding the rule of law with politics and politicising human rights issues, adding that such attempts to interfere in Hong Kong’s law-based governance and undermine the city’s prosperity and stability are doomed to fail.
The statement noted that since Hong Kong’s return to the motherland, the human rights of Hong Kong residents have been firmly protected by the Constitution and the Basic Law.
The Hong Kong SAR Government resolutely, fully and faithfully implements the Hong Kong National Security Law (HKNSL), the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance (SNSO) and other relevant laws safeguarding national security in the Hong Kong SAR, to effectively prevent, suppress and impose punishment for acts and activities endangering national security in accordance with the law, whilst maintaining the common law system, adhering to the principle of the rule of law and upholding the rights and freedoms of Hong Kong residents in accordance with the law, so as to ensure the steadfast and successful implementation of the principle of “one country, two systems”.
The Hong Kong SAR Government strongly demands the US to immediately stop acting against international law and the basic norms of international relations and interfering in China’s internal affairs and Hong Kong affairs.
On legislation safeguarding national security, the statement pointed out that the content regarding legislation safeguarding national security in the Hong Kong SAR contained in the so-called report by the US is completely absurd and untrue.
Since the implementation of the HKNSL in June 2020, the US has all along ignored the large-scale and incessant riots that occurred in 2019 which devastated society, the livelihood and economy of Hong Kong.
Instead, it built up false stories and fabricated narratives through various so-called reports to maliciously slander legislation safeguarding national security in the Hong Kong SAR, and blatantly attack the city in safeguarding national security dutifully, faithfully and in accordance with the law.
The statement added that the US has also deliberately neglected the fact that such laws have enabled the livelihood and economic activities of the Hong Kong community as well as the business environment, to return to normalcy.
The Hong Kong SAR Government considered the US’ bullying conduct and hypocrisy laced with double standards as utterly despicable.
The statement also noted that the legal framework in safeguarding national security in the Hong Kong SAR is consistent with the relevant international human rights standards. The HKNSL and the SNSO clearly stipulate that human rights shall be respected and protected in safeguarding national security.
The rights and freedoms enjoyed by Hong Kong residents under the Basic Law and the provisions of the International Covenant on Civil & Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic, Social & Cultural Rights as applied to the Hong Kong SAR are to be protected in accordance with the law.
The statement emphasised that the offences endangering national security stipulated by the HKNSL and the SNSO target acts endangering national security with precision, and define the elements and penalties of the offences with clarity.
The prosecution has the burden to prove beyond reasonable doubt that the defendant has the actus reus and mens rea of an offence before the defendant may be convicted by the court.
Moreover, the relevant offences do not have retrospective effect, which is in line with Article 12 of the Hong Kong Bill of Rights.
The Hong Kong SAR Government pointed out that each and every sovereign state enacts laws safeguarding national security, adding that it is not only their inherent right, but also an international practice.
It also said the US has at least 21 pieces of law safeguarding national security and it is therefore in no position to point the finger at other countries and regions for legitimately legislating to safeguard national security.
The statement also outlined issues regarding the Hong Kong SAR’s enforcement actions, bail arrangement, safeguarding the due administration of justice and the rule of law and the conditions of correctional services facilities.
Regarding the false information regarding the deportation policy in the US’ so-called report, the Hong Kong SAR Government said it maintains a firm policy of not granting asylum and not determining or recognising the refugee status of any person.
A Unified Screening Mechanism (USM) has been put in place to screen non-refoulement claims on all applicable grounds in one go. The procedures of the USM meet the high standards of fairness as required by law and compare most favourably with those adopted in other common law jurisdictions. Each non-refoulement claimant is also provided with publicly-funded legal assistance.
The Hong Kong SAR Government reiterated that the city steadfastly safeguards national sovereignty, security and development interests, and fully and faithfully lives up to this top priority of “one country, two systems”.
With strong support from the motherland, and as the only city where the global advantage and the China advantage converge under “one country, two systems”, Hong Kong will continue to protect and promote human rights through security, development and co-operation as well as tell good stories of the Hong Kong SAR’s human rights situation in a reasoned and robust manner.
Source: Hong Kong Information Services
Hong Kong was affected by the outer rainbands of Tropical Cyclone Podul and the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal was issued this morning, with flooding occurring in multiple districts due to heavy rain.
The Government said relevant departments were fully engaged in response and recovery efforts, striving to minimise the impact of the adverse weather on the public, and provided appropriate support to citizens in need.
Its Emergency Monitoring & Support Centre began operating upon the issuance of the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal this morning.
Directorate officers from relevant departments closely monitored the situation in real time across various districts, co-ordinating efforts to address flooding, landslides, fallen trees and road blockages.
The Drainage Services Department (DSD) has been maintaining close liaison with the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) as it made preparations. The DSD activated the Emergency Control Centre at 6.35am and deployed 110 emergency response teams, involving about 410 personnel and several powerful pumping robots.
The teams handled requests for assistance from the public and flooding cases, conducted repeated inspections and carried out necessary clearance at about 240 locations prone to flooding due to blockages.
As of 5pm, six flooding cases were confirmed and all of them were resolved within one to two hours. The affected roads have resumed normal operation.
The Geotechnical Engineering Office’s (GEO) Emergency Control Centre was activated soon after the HKO issued a landslip warning. As of 6pm, a total of three reports of landslides were received in Ap Lei Chau, Tsuen Wan and Lantau. Inspections were arranged.
Flooding and fallen trees were found at roads near the West New Territories Landfill and Tsang Tsui Columbarium in Tuen Mun during the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal. The Environmental Protection Department (EPD) has arranged workers to carry out clearance of the blocked storm water drains and remove fallen trees promptly.
The EPD’s North Lantau Transfer Station at Sham Shui Kok was also affected by the rainstorm and part of it experienced flooding. A temporary arrangement was made to allow single-lane and two-way traffic at its weighbridge. The department carried out inspections on the drainage channels and deployed additional pumps, which have facilitated the station to resume normal operation promptly.
The Fire Services Department, by 2pm today, handled a total of 13 reports of people trapped in lifts, 36 reports from automatic fire alarm systems, six reports of fallen trees, one report of landslides, and four reports of flooding incidents.
The Highways Department’s Urban & New Territories Emergency Control Centres were promptly activated after the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal was in force this morning to co-ordinate the handling of road emergencies, including collaborating with the GEO to clear debris at a landslide location in Southern District.
The department also collaborated with the DSD to quickly clear roadside gullies blocked by muddy water and debris in various districts where flooding occurred, with affected road sections reopened immediately afterwards.
The Transport Department’s Emergency Transport Coordination Centre (ETCC) escalated its operational level when the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal was in force to closely monitor the traffic and transport conditions of important routes, including trunk roads, tunnels and bridges across the city.
The ETCC expedited assessment of the impact of the rainstorm on traffic and maintains close liaison with relevant departments and public transport operators to steer and co-ordinate public transport services.
During the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal, frontline police officers remained steadfast in carrying out their duties, including cordoning off high-risk areas and evacuating stranded citizens. They also closely monitored traffic conditions, handled vehicles trapped by flooding and cleared blocked drains to ensure a smooth traffic flow.
The Home Affairs Department opened a total of 11 temporary shelters for people in need. Its Emergency Co-ordination Centre began operation promptly to co-ordinate work and information dissemination in 18 districts as well as promptly follow-up on various incident reports.
District offices immediately initiated relevant response measures, including co-ordinating with other departments and organisations to provide support. They have also mobilised District Council members, members of “the three committees” and Care Teams to disseminate the latest weather information to residents in flood-prone areas.
The Housing Department’s (HD) Communication Centre was activated during the rainstorm period. As of 4pm, it received 13 enquiries from residents, which were given assistance swiftly.
During the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal, the HD received five reports of rainwater surging from slopes or channels near its construction sites. The project teams responded swiftly and, under safe conditions, arranged for workers to assist in draining the water into nearby manholes to prevent overflow onto the roads.
Source: Hong Kong Information Services
The Home & Youth Affairs Bureau held a sharing session on district governance today, focusing on the Government’s water supply policy and ways to serve residents more effectively during water supply incidents.
Reviewing recent district work, Secretary for Home & Youth Affairs Alice Mak said at the session that the districts could learn from each other in dealing with water supply incidents to minimise the impact on district residents.
She hoped that through today’s session, District Councillors could better understand the water supply systems and government plans to replace water mains as well as better co-operate with departments, District Services & Community Care Teams and the “three district committees” to maximise synergy during emergency water supply incidents.
Miss Mak also expressed hope that District Council members could make preparations to understand residents’ needs, assist in distributing the latest information on the water supply, and provide assistance to residents in a timely manner.
Under Secretary for Development David Lam spoke on the challenges facing the water supplies system and relevant policies, while Director of Water Supplies Roger Wong introduced plans to replace water mains, and the response and reporting mechanism during emergency water incidents.
District Officers, District Councillors and Care Team representatives from Wong Tai Sin and Tuen Mun also shared their insights in coping with recent water supply incidents.
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government today (August 14) strongly disapproves and rejects the unfounded and biased content related to Hong Kong contained in the United States (US) Department of State’s so-called 2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices.
A HKSAR Government spokesperson said, “the HKSAR Government strongly disapproves and rejects the US’ repeated tactics through the so-called report in making slandering remarks against Hong Kong, where ‘one country, two systems’ is successfully implemented. The US is once again overriding the rule of law with politics and politicising human rights issues. Such attempt to interfere in Hong Kong’s law-based governance and undermine the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong is doomed to fail.”
Source: Hong Kong Information Services
The Department of Health’s Centre for Health Protection announced that two new imported cases of chikungunya fever (CF) had been recorded as of 5pm today.
The two cases involve a 50-year-old man and his eight-year-old daughter, living in Sai Kung District.
Both patients travelled to Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh between July 20 and August 10, and could not confirm if they had a history of mosquito bites during the stay.
The man developed a fever on August 1 while in Bangladesh, and joint pain in the limbs the next day. He sought medical attention from an outpatient clinic there on August 3 and did not require hospitalisation.
He was informed that his blood sample tested positive for the CF virus. His fever had subsided before returning to Hong Kong on August 10, and he attended a private hospital on August 12 due to swollen joints.
As the patient was afebrile prior to the ninth day after the onset of symptoms, he was not infectious to mosquitoes upon returning to Hong Kong and did not require hospitalisation.
His daughter developed a fever, cough and fatigue on August 12 and attended a private hospital yesterday. She was admitted for treatment in a mosquito-free environment and is in a stable condition.
Their blood samples tested positive for the CF virus. Since they stayed in Bangladesh during the whole incubation period, they were considered infected during travel and were classified as imported cases.
The pair’s three household contacts, including two travel collaterals who had been to Bangladesh, are asymptomatic and under medical surveillance. The centre has reported the cases to Bangladesh’s health authority.
So far this year, Hong Kong has recorded a total of eight CF cases.