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Eviction Lawsuit Won’t Impact Students at Hong Kong International School, Assures Parent-Teacher Group

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Hong Kong—Parents at the Hong Kong International School are expressing relief in light of a recent eviction lawsuit aimed at the institution’s former landlord. A parent-teacher organization has indicated that students are unlikely to face any significant disruptions due to the legal proceedings, which primarily concern the building where the school operates. The eviction case, brought against the landlord, stems from a dispute over rental agreements and property use. This situation has raised concerns among parents about the potential impact on educational activities and student welfare. However, representatives from the parent-teacher group have assured stakeholders … Read more

Historic Ruling in Hong Kong Grants Parental Rights to Lesbian Couple, Paving the Way for LGBTQ+ Recognition

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HONG KONG — A significant ruling by a Hong Kong judge has granted legal recognition to a lesbian couple as parents of their son, who was conceived through reciprocal in vitro fertilization. This decision marks an important moment for LGBTQ+ rights in a region where same-sex marriage remains unrecognized. The couple, referred to as B and R, underwent the fertility procedure in South Africa in 2020 after marrying there. During the process, R’s egg was fertilized with sperm from an anonymous donor, leading to the birth of their son in Hong Kong in 2021. Despite … Read more

Professional Ethics at Stake: Hong Kong Disbars Activist Lawyer Kevin Yam for Controversial Sanctions Call

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Hong Kong—The Law Society of Hong Kong has clarified that its decision to disallow Kevin Yam, an Australia-based lawyer and prominent activist, from practicing law in the city was not influenced by his political views. Instead, the society emphasized that the ruling stemmed from professional misconduct findings made by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal. On Monday, the Law Society defended its stance following the tribunal’s determination that Yam’s actions constituted “grave and serious” misconduct. Charges against him arose after he called on the United States to impose sanctions on judges and prosecutors involved in politically sensitive … Read more

UK Officials Slam Hong Kong’s Pursuit of Fugitives: A Double Standard in Global Law Enforcement?

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Hong Kong — British officials are facing scrutiny for remarks made regarding the actions of the territory’s police as they seek fugitives linked to pro-independence activities. Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper labeled these efforts “another example of transnational repression,” raising questions about their understanding of the situation. The joint statement issued by Lammy and Cooper has sparked debate over whether it reflects genuine concern or political posturing. Critics argue that the British officials overlooked the fact that the suspects, 19 individuals with bounties of HK$200,000 (approximately $25,640) each, are accused of … Read more