Hong Kong Free Press Achieves Record Haul of Three Honourable Mentions at SOPA Journalism Awards
Hong Kong Free Press won three honourable mentions at the prestigious Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA) Awards on Thursday night – a new record for the newspaper. Team HKFP at the 2026 SOPA Awards on June 18, 2026. Photo: SOPA. HKFP photojournalist Kyle Lam’s five shots of the Tai Po fire tragedy were recognised in the Excellence in Photography category. In the Carlos Tejada Award for Excellence in Investigative Reporting category, HKFP’s investigation into local bookstore
Hong Kong Free Press (HKFP) has secured a record three honourable mentions at the prestigious Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA) Awards. Photojournalist Kyle Lam's work on the Tai Po fire tragedy was recognized in the Excellence in Photography category. An investigation into local bookstores facing simultaneous tax audits earned an award in the Excellence in Investigative Reporting category. Additionally, reporting on the aftermath of the Wang Fuk Court fire received an honourable mention for Excellence in Feature Writing. The awards celebrate outstanding journalistic achievements across Asia. HKFP's success underscores its commitment to impactful and in-depth reporting. The organization's previous accolades include nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Hong Kong Free Press's record achievement at the SOPA Awards highlights the vital role of independent journalism in reporting on critical issues and holding power accountable.
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