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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

At an FCC Club Lunch in September, Cheng sat alongside Jennifer Jett, Asia Digital Editor for NBC News & an FCC Correspondent Governor, to discuss the origins of his new book and what these revelations mean for North & South Korean politics. In full: www.fcchk.org/how-christia...

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Jonathan Cheng, the Beijing Bureau Chief for the Wall Street Journal, has spent over a decade investigating Pyongyang’s Christian origins for Korean Messiah, a 700-page deep-dive into how Kim Il Sung’s religious upbringing has shaped North Korea as it’s known today.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

North Korea wasn’t always the world’s most oppressive dictatorship & harshest persecutor of Christianity. In fact, the capital Pyongyang was once known as the “Jerusalem of the East” with one of the largest Christian populations in all of Asia.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

the upcoming agenda for FCC lunchtime speaker events, and a call for Gen Z journalists to apply for the 2026/2027 Clare Hollingworth Fellowship. Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/4nKp...

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Hong Kong journalism persists: Selina Cheng and other news from FCC president Morgan Davis

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

She also discusses other major issues and stories facing journalists working in Hong Kong—including ongoing coverage of the aftermath of the Himalayas flood disaster, Hong Kong’s evolving role as Asia’s international finance hub,

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

which was related to her role as the elected Chair of the Hong Kong Journalists Association.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Morgan M. Davis, President of the Foreign Correspondents' Club of Hong Kong, discusses a recent public statement made on behalf of the FCC Board and its membership regarding journalist Selina Cheng’s recent court victory,

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The Foreign Correspondents’ Club, Hong Kong welcomes a Hong Kong court ruling in the case of Cheng Kar Yue, Selina v Dow Jones Publishing Co. (Asia) Inc., and reaffirms its support for journalists’ right to form and join trade unions in Hong Kong. Statement: www.fcchk.org/fcc-statemen... Photo: X

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

With a multi-decade career in Asia working in various public & private sector roles, Gibbs has summarised his understanding of China’s capabilities in his new book, The Fragile Dragon & spoke at a recent FCC Club Lunch. In full: www.fcchk.org/why-ker-gibb...

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Why Ker Gibbs, former president of AmCham Shanghai, considers China to be a ‘fragile dragon’

By Hugo Novales China is often compared to a dragon given the mythical beast’s cultural legacy coupled with the nation’s rise in becoming the world’s second-strongest superpower, right behin...

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

But no one except Ker Gibbs, the former President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, has ever described China as a “fragile” dragon, indicating that there are weaknesses underneath its scales.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

China is often compared to a dragon given the mythical beast’s cultural legacy coupled with the nation’s rise in becoming the world’s second-strongest superpower, right behind the US.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

The Foreign Correspondents’ Club, Hong Kong, is deeply concerned about the reports of digital and physical harassment that targeted Hong Kong-based journalists and their families recently, in particular the harassment of Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) members.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

“Focus at the Frontline” is available from now until August 31. For more information: www.fcchk.org/event/wall-e...

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Wall Exhibition – Focus at the Frontline 2025 by HKPPA

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

After an introduction by Ben Marans, a member of the FCC’s Wall Committee, HKPPA Chair Stanley Leung spoke about this year’s winners & the images they captured. Thanks to Ben & Stanley for bringing this important exhibit back to the FCC for the second year in a row!

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

This month, the FCC’s Wall Exhibition is proud to showcase the winners of the annual “Focus at the Frontline” Photo Competition, which is organised by the Hong Kong Press Photographers Association (HKPPA). All photos featured were taken by working photojournalists.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Pick up a physical copy at the Club or read online via Issuu: issuu.com/fcchk/docs/t...

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The Correspondent, July 2026

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

This summertime edition of the FCC's magazine takes a look back at this year's Journalism Conference & also highlights recent and upcoming Wall Exhibitions, Hong Kong's neon memories as captured by the legendary Keith Macgregor & more!

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

The latest issue of The Correspondent is here!

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

At an FCC Club Lunch, two heritage experts explained how the Club fits within #HongKong’s cultural framework & the efforts being taken to maintain & repurpose other heritage sites across the city. In full: www.fcchk.org/preserving-h...

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Preserving Hong Kong’s heritage buildings: an FCC panel discussion

By Hugo Novales For 43 years, the FCC has been a proud custodian of its Grade 1 historic building on Lower Albert Road. Formerly a dairy farm depot, the building has been repurposed into a h...

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

In 2026, the FCC became part of the Built Heritage Alliance, a new organisation dedicated to preserving the city’s cultural legacy. With brickwork dating back to the early 1900s & uniquely-crafted tiles, nearly every inch of the FCC has a story that could go unnoticed by the average person.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

For 43 years, the FCC has occupied a Grade 1 historic building on Lower Albert Road. Formerly a dairy farm depot, the building has been repurposed into a hotspot for Hong Kong’s #journalism community & professionals across various industries.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Macgregor now preserves neon memories through books that showcase his take on a #HK that no longer exists. His 7th book, City of Lights, released in 2026 & features his favourite signs & own creative visions of what he wishes his favourite streets looked like. In full: www.fcchk.org/how-keith-ma...

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How Keith Macgregor is preserving neon memories in City of Lights, his latest photobook

By Hugo Novales “We took [neon] for granted.” Keith Macgregor, a commercial photographer who was already well-known in Hong Kong for his family portraits and postcard-worthy city shot...

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Keith Macgregor, a commercial photographer who was already well-known in #HongKong for his family portraits & postcard-worthy city shots, made a new name for himself in the late 1990s by capturing the city’s iconic #neon signs which have now become a rare sight.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

You can find the full catalogue of The Correspondent on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

The Correspondent podcast is back with three new episodes! Click on the links below to listen to what’s been happening lately at the Club:

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

This issue highlights the results from our annual Press Freedom Survey, plus the Club's recent membership in the Hong Kong Built Heritage Alliance, the upcoming Journalism Conference & the May's student Wall Exhibition. Pick up a copy at the Club or read online via Issuu: issuu.com/fcchk/docs/t...

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The Correspondent, April 2026

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

The latest edition of The Correspondent magazine is here!

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Want to hear even more from Zichen after the Journalism Conference? Join the FCC on May 18 (the following Monday after the Conference) for an exclusive Club Lunch with Zichen, moderated by Correspondent Board Governor Jing Yang. May 18 Club Lunch: www.fcchk.org/event/club-l...

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Club Lunch: After Trump’s Visit, What Comes Next for U.S.–China Relations?

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Zichen Wang, author of the Substack newsletter Pekingnology is a guest speaker at our Journalism Conference this Saturday. On this episode of The Correspondent podcast, he speaks in-depth about the breakdown in US-China relations, trade war risks, AI cooperation & China’s geopolitical strategy.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

As Donald Trump’s upcoming China visit draws global attention, what’s happening behind the scenes in Beijing?

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

There's still time to sign up! Register now via the following Google Form: forms.gle/9cgZNECaaq6K...

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

📅 Date: 16 May 2026 (Saturday) ⏰ Time: 8:30am - 7:00pm 📍 Location: North Block, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong 💲 Nominal Fee: $100 for FCC Correspondent/Journalist Members & University Journalism Students, $180 for Non-Member Correspondents/Journalists

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

The FCC’s Journalism Conference is just over a week away! Here’s a closer look at who’s speaking on each panel/workshop, as well as our exclusive keynote speakers & fireside chats.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Read our Statement on World Press Freedom Day 2026 (Sunday, May 3, 2026): "Independent journalism is essential to truth, accountability, and informed public life, and it must be protected wherever it is under pressure. Journalism is not a crime." Full statement: www.fcchk.org/fcc-statemen...

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FCC Statement on World Press Freedom Day 2026 (Sunday, May 3, 2026)

On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day 2026, the Foreign Correspondents’ Club Hong Kong stands in solidarity with journalists and media professionals worldwide, and supports their efforts to co...

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Excited for the FCC’s upcoming Journalism Conference? Here’s a preview of some (but not all!) of the speakers that’ll be featured on the various panels and workshops throughout the day, as well as the full Conference schedule.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

📅 Date: 16 May 2026 (Saturday) ⏰ Time: 9:00am - 7:00pm 📍 Location: North Block, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong 💲 Nominal Fee: $100 for FCC Correspondent/Journalist Members & University Journalism Students, $180 for Non-Member Correspondents/Journalists

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Registration for the FCC’s annual Journalism Conference is now open! The Journalism Conference is open to the Club's Correspondent & Journalist Members, as well as correspondents, journalists, journalism educators & journalism students in #HongKong. This year's theme: "Cutting Through the Noise"

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Hear more from Tim Huxley, as well as two additional Hong Kong-based shipping experts, at the FCC’s upcoming Club Lunch on April 21: www.fcchk.org/event/club-l...

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Club Lunch – The Shipping Forecast: Holding The World To Ransom

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

The conversation explores how the energy crisis, war risk coverage & potential toll systems could reshape international shipping & supply chains for years to come. Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/6Y88...

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Beyond the Strait of Hormuz: Shipping, Insurance, the "Tehran Tollway" and Its Global Impact

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

In this episode, journalist Laura Westbrook speaks with Tim Huxley, CEO & director of Hong Kong-based shipowner Mandarin Shipping. Joining them is Mithun Varkey, editor-in-chief of Insurance Asia News. The trio discuss the escalating conflict in the Strait of Hormuz and its global fallout.

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The Foreign Correspondents' Club, Hong Kong @fcchk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

FCC Podcast: Shipping Panel Preview Since the Israel/US war upon Iran, shipping lanes have stalled & insurance premiums have surged by up to 1,000%. Over 800 stranded vessels & 10,000 crew members face mounting risk as fuel prices & inflation ripple through global trade.

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