He began by first noting that the constitution was the basis of the country’s sovereignty and also the foundation for the “one country, two systems” principle, under which Hong Kong is given a high degree of autonomy. Apart from these obvious aspects ... ( read original story ...)
International property summit in Hong Kong draws 900 real estate executives, corporate leaders from across the globe
HONG KONG, CHINA–(Marketwired – Dec 4, 2017) – Asia's premier property leaders' summit, the annual MIPIM Asia, concluded last week after welcoming more than 900 of the world's top-level real estate professionals and industry experts. The annual event ... ( read original story ...)
Hebei Construction US$297m IPO is first in Hong Kong to target China’s massive Xiongan project
A share offering this week of up to HK$2.32 billion (US$297 million) by China’s Hebei Construction will be the first listing in Hong Kong of a company linked to Beijing’s ambitious Xiongan special economic zone project. Xiongan New Area, established in ... ( read original story ...)
Why Hong Kong property in central Kowloon attracts high-end buyers
Central Kowloon has seen a new wave of residential construction over the last year or so, as developers have ventured out to undertake ambitious projects to build luxury residences. Kerry Properties, Wheelock Properties and Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP ... ( read original story ...)
Too much Hong Kong property is built and priced around naive ignorance and misplaced optimism towards climate change
When Typhoon Hato swept over Hong Kong three months ago – the first Typhoon signal 10 since Vincent in 2012 – I watched for the second time in five years the tidal surge swamp the vacant village house built optimistically on the waterfront near to me ... ( read original story ...)
And the Winners are: Asia’s Best Property Projects Revealed at 2017 MIPIM Asia Awards in Hong Kong
HONG KONG, CHINA–(Marketwired – Dec 1, 2017) – World renowned architectural and design firms, leading developers and property industry professionals from across the globe were recognised at the MIPIM Asia Gala Dinner for their contributions to the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong-based legaltech startup Dragon Law rebrands to ZEGAL as it enters the UK
Hong Kong-based legaltech startup Dragon Law today announced that it has rebranded into ZEGAL. The announcement was made following the launch of its services in the UK, marking the startup’s first entry to the European market. ZEGAL has opened an office ... ( read original story ...)
Tencent-backed online doctor start-up seeks Hong Kong IPO
WeDoctor Group, the Chinese online health care services firm backed by Tencent Holdings, plans to seek a listing on the Hong Kong stock exchange next year as investors bid up technology stocks. The Hangzhou-based company is currently raising US$500 million ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong-based company to spend $350M to expand capacity in Ontario, premier says
HONG KONG -- Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne says Johnson Electric will invest more than $350 million in new equipment and capacity in Ontario, which she says is expected to create 326 new jobs. Wynne, who is on a trade mission to China and Vietnam ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong businessman denied bail in bribery case
NEW YORK — A former Hong Kong government official has been denied bail in a U.S. case accusing of him using bribes to secure business deals. Dr. Chi Ping Patrick Ho had been jailed last week after being charged with paying bribes on behalf of a Chinese ... ( read original story ...)
Is Hong Kong’s IPO fever over after Nissin and Shandong Int’l fail to excite?
The Hong Kong initial public offerings of Nissin Foods and Shandong International Trust (SIT) this week have received less investor enthusiasm than previous tech and internet share offerings, raising fears that the recent IPO fever has peaked. Nissin Foods ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong finance boss was ‘smiling’ after alleged murder of his mistress, court told
A Hong Kong finance company director on trial for killing his mistress was seen smiling on security footage as he made arrangements to clear out her flat, according to prosecutors who argued on Friday there was overwhelming evidence pointing to murder. ( read original story ...)
Anthony Bourdain praises Hong Kong auteurs Wong Kar-wai and Christopher Doyle
Two of Hong Kong’s most critically acclaimed auteurs are big draws for Anthony Bourdain, the individual best known for bringing culture and philosophy into our heightened awareness of exotic cuisine. “I’m a fetishist for good cinematography and films ... ( read original story ...)
Two Hong Kong startups win top fintech awards
SenseTime, a Hong Kong-based startup, aims to apply its facial and image recognition technology across different sectors such as personal finance and surveillance. 'Our technology can ensure that fintech is safe and comfortable for users and businesses to ... ( read original story ...)