"We are a very free society, so for the time being people have the freedom to say whatever they want to say," Lam told press. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus Doesn’t Have to Be So Deadly. Just Look at Hong Kong and Singapore.
Hong Kong and Singapore’s coronavirus fatality rates are among the lowest in the world, showing that outbreaks don’t have to result in large-scale loss of life. Their playbook: test widely, quarantine ... ( read original story ...)
China’s Hong Kong law set to bar foreign judges from national security cases: sources
Beijing's planned national security legislation for Hong Kong is set to block its foreign judges from handling national security trials, people familiar with the matter said, which would exacerbate ... ( read original story ...)
Breakingviews – Corona Capital: Lufthansa, Axa, Hong Kong cash
Corona Capital is a daily column updated throughout the day by Breakingviews columnists around the world with short, sharp pandemic-related insights. DAS POUND OF FLESH. Germany’s $9.9 billion ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader says security law not a threat to freedoms
Hong Kong's leader said Tuesday that national security legislation proposed by China's legislature will not threaten the semi-autonomous territory's civil rights, ... ( read original story ...)
Lam: National security law will ‘only target a handful of people’ in Hong Kong
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam defended a controversial China-proposed national security law from criticism that it will strip Hong Kong of its autonomy, stating it will "only target a handful of people. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Leader Dismisses Opposition to Security Law and Says It Is Not a Threat to Freedoms
Hong Kong’s leader defended China’s moves to impose sweeping national security laws in the territory amid renewed protests and growing international concern over what it would mean for the city’s ... ( read original story ...)
‘It’s a sad day’ for Hong Kong protesters, but analyst says new law probably won’t hurt investors
While China's new proposed security law for Hong Kong is terrible news for pro-democracy activists, it's unlikely to have a significant impact on foreign companies and investors, according to an ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader insists new Chinese security law is no threat to freedoms
Hong Kong’s leader said Tuesday that national security legislation proposed by China’s legislature will not threaten the semi-autonomous territory’s civil rights, despite widespread criticism of the ... ( read original story ...)
China’s military promises to uphold ‘national sovereignty’ as more Hong Kong protests expected
China's top military commander in Hong Kong has emphasized the role of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) in upholding "national sovereignty" in the city a day ahead of expected anti-government ... ( read original story ...)
Daimler to invest in Chinese EV battery maker Farasis’ $480 million IPO: sources
Daimler AG plans to invest in Farasis Energy's planned $480 million IPO, aiming to ensure a stable supply of batteries from the Chinese firm as it ramps up electric vehicle production, three people ... ( read original story ...)
WuXi AppTec-Backed Canbridge Taps Morgan Stanley for IPO
Canbridge Pharmaceuticals Inc., a Chinese drugmaker backed by WuXi AppTec Co., is working with Morgan Stanley as it starts early preparations for a planned Hong Kong initial public offering, people ... ( read original story ...)
Is Weakness In Winson Holdings Hong Kong Limited (HKG:8421) Stock A Sign That The Market Could be Wrong Given Its Strong Financial Prospects?
It is hard to get excited after looking at Winson Holdings Hong Kong's (HKG:8421) recent performance, when its ... ( read original story ...)
How Hong Kong coronavirus testing lab plans to help Cathay Pacific, other airlines revive international travel
Prenetics, the firm testing English Premier League footballers, is now turning to the airline industry to help get travellers moving again. An uptick in air travel could give a significant fillip to ... ( read original story ...)