Everyone loves a good commercial, and the Cathay Pacific/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens have produced some brilliant ones over the years. From rugby playing flight attendants to classic soundtrack choices and ... ( read original story ...)
Thousands march in Hong Kong over proposed extradition law changes
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Thousands of people protested in Hong Kong on Sunday against a government plan to change extradition laws, fearing an erosion of personal freedom and the city's status as an ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s plan to approve extraditions to China sparks alarm, fears over authoritarian Beijing
Hong Kong‘s plans to approve extraditions to the mainland have sparked alarm within the city’s business and legal communities who fear it will hammer the financial hub’s international appeal and ... ( read original story ...)
Proposed Hong Kong extradition law changes spark concerns
said in an news release Sunday. "The amendments would tarnish Hong Kong's reputation for the rule of law, and should be scrapped," Richardson said, adding the legal changes would put Hong Kong people ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong loves Bollywood: meet the woman teaching locals to dance like Madhuri Dixit and Shah Rukh Khan
The onlookers do their best to follow the vibrant movements, but it is not easy to keep up with one of Hong Kong’s best Bollywood dancers. Gianani, 30, has been performing Bollywood dances since she ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s MTR train system explained: profits, property and punctuality spelt success before the scandals
The derailment of a train carriage on Hong Kong’s MTR system last week led to a 48-hour suspension of services in the heart of the central business district. Two trains collided on the Tsuen Wan line ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s China extradition plan sparks alarm
Hong Kong's plans to approve extraditions to the mainland have sparked alarm within the city's business and legal communities who fear it will hammer the financial hub's international appeal and ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s February home prices rise for a second month, showing end of market correction
Hong Kong home prices rose for a second consecutive month in February, providing further evidence that the property correction is over. The overall price index of pre-owned homes increased at a much ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong tourist plunges to his death while trying to photograph Grand Canyon
Two people have died at the Grand Canyon in separate incidents this week, which included one man stumbling over the edge of the rim while trying to take pictures, officials said. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Art Central fair — political commentary and accessible prices
Her mission at Art Central — the only major satellite fair to Art Basel Hong Kong, which opened this week — is to replicate the bowl pictured on the front of an instant noodle packet, ubiquitous fare ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission warns about risks associated with STOs
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission ... an intermediary should at the very least scrutinise “the background and financial soundness of the management, development team and issuer ... ( read original story ...)
AI, automation, and the future of work: Ten things to solve for
James Manyika is chairman and director of the McKinsey Global Institute and a senior partner at McKinsey & Company based in San Francisco. Kevin Sneader is McKinsey’s global managing partner-elect, ... ( read original story ...)
Axel Baur
Axel is a senior partner in our Hong Kong office, having served previously in Germany and in the Middle East. He is the leader of McKinsey's Pharmaceutical & Medical Products Practice in Asia and also ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong business leaders offer vision for Greater Bay Area: cut red tape and bank on technology
” project to turn the city and 10 of its neighbours into an economic powerhouse. A key conduit to ramp up trade across jurisdictions would be the Agreement on Trade Facilitation, a multilateral ... ( read original story ...)