The opening of Hong Kong’s first advanced plastic recycling plant mid-this year could kick-start a “closed loop” of turning household resin waste into recycled material, in line with the government’s ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong widens COVID-19 vaccine scheme to people over 30, domestic helpers
Hong Kong authorities said on Monday that the city's vaccine scheme would be widened to include those aged between 30-60 years old and domestic ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong scientist develops retinal scan technology to identify early childhood autism
A Hong Kong scientist has developed a method to use machine learning and artificial intelligence to scan retinas of children as young as six to detect early autism or the risk of autism and hopes to ... ( read original story ...)
China Targets Hong Kong Wealth Gap, Housing Woes After Political Purge
Senior officials are discussing changes to Hong Kong’s tax structure and increasing housing supply in an effort to shore up social stability. ( read original story ...)
Over 200 Celebrated Restaurants Across Hong Kong Come Together for Hong Kong Restaurant Week Spring 2021
DiningCity, together with HSBC credit card, will present "Hong Kong Restaurant Week Spring 2021" from March 18th to April 11th, 2021. ( read original story ...)
Interview: Financial market stability underpins Hong Kong as int’l financial hub
With regard to the green finance, the HKMA will conduct financial climate change stress test on the banking system in the future, and will set up a platform for personnel training and data sharing. ( read original story ...)
Hang Seng index needs to evolve as Hong Kong’s market develops: CEO
Anita Mo of Hang Seng Indexes says Hong Kong's stock market is changing very quickly, and the composition of the Hang Seng Index needs to grow to remain representative of the wider market. ( read original story ...)
AXA rolls out new global brand campaign to inspire confidence and progress Hong Kong selected as the first in Asia to unveil the creatives
Embodying its "Know You Can" brand signature, AXA announces today the launch of its new global brand campaign, with Hong Kong being the first market in Asia to activate a series ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s tough COVID-19 rules see babies isolated, families cramped in tiny spaces
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Families in Asia's financial hub of Hong Kong are suffering isolation and trauma after strict coronavirus rules have led to babies being separated from parents and those with ... ( read original story ...)
US consulate in Hong Kong closes as coronavirus hits wealthy districts
The United States temporarily closed its consulate in Hong Kong on Monday after two staff tested positive for the coronavirus during a new outbreak that has rippled through the city's well-heeled ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong court grants bail to three more activists in subversion case
Hong Kong's High Court granted bail on Monday to three more activists in a case against 47 people accused of conspiracy to subvert the government after holding an informal 2020 poll to select ... ( read original story ...)
HK and mainland to expand GBA financial connectivity by expanding remote bank accounts setup and setting cross-border renminbi cash pool in 2021
... working to enhance financial connectivity in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area by rolling out three policies by the end of this year, including letting people remotely open bank ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong activists say democracy fight to continue abroad
HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong democracy activists have launched a new push to continue their fight among residents living abroad in the wake of a sweeping crackdown by Beijing and changes to the the semi ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks rise as Xiaomi wins move to halt US ban while new index members stumble
Hong Kong stocks advance, buoyed by the biggest surge in Xiaomi since August. Three stocks post early losses as new members of Hang Seng Index from today, while markets in mainland China weaken amid ... ( read original story ...)