HSBC's strong capital position, initiatives to strengthen digital capabilities and an extensive network are expected to keep aiding growth. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong illustrates the terrible truth about Communist China
July 4, American Independence Day, resonates in the grim “celebration” of the twenty-fifth anniversary of China receiving authority over Hong Kong from Britain. On July 1, China President Xi Jinping ... ( read original story ...)
Firefighters battle blaze at Hong Kong mansion owned by former screen goddess Brigitte Lin and billionaire husband
More than 150 firefighters extinguish ‘fierce’ fire at mansion owned by former big screen star, 18 domestic and security staff evacuated. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong: what’s happened in the 25 years since Britain’s handover to China?
Now Hong Kong people are to run Hong Kong. That is the promise and that is the unshakeable destiny.” Prince Charles read a farewell speech. Just before midnight, God Save the Queen played out a final ... ( read original story ...)
Burberry Shutters Hong Kong Flagship on Canton Road, Citing Very Challenging Trading Environment
Opened in 2011, the brand reportedly used to pay 6.5 million Hong Kong dollars per month for the space on one of the world's most expensive shopping streets. ( read original story ...)
Lawyers defending Hong Kong tycoon say they have received threats
Barristers from a British law firm who are representing jailed Hong Kong tycoon and democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai said on Thursday they had received anonymous e-mails warning them against travelling ... ( read original story ...)
Opinion: Does China really need Hong Kong — and for how long?
As the 25th anniversary of the British handover of Hong Kong to China passes, Hong Kong is struggling to keep up with the mounting economic struggles caused by a pandemic, protests and competition ... ( read original story ...)
Financial Conduct Authority names Hong Kong regulator as chair
Ashley Alder will join UK watchdog, which is mired in internal strife, in January 2023 ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong brain drain gathers pace with Alder exit
Hong Kong’s top securities watchdog is leaving the crisis-hit Chinese territory. Ashley Alder is stepping down as Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) chief executive to chair Britain’s Financial ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong destroys Taiwanese mangoes, claiming Covid traces found on skin
Hong Kong ordered 440 pounds of mangoes from Taiwan tossed out after finding traces of coronavirus on the skin of just one of the fruits. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong health chief rules out quarantine-free travel for now
Hong Kong's new health chief has rejected calls for quarantine-free travel in the near future and to live with Covid-19, even as the city relaxes some restrictions amid a surge in cases. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
Soft Opening for Hong Kong’s New Runway Shows City’s Risk of Hard Landing
A much anticipated new runway opened for commercial flights in Hong Kong on Friday, part of a yearslong infrastructure revamp that the government said would be vital to the city’s future as a global ... ( read original story ...)
After 91% Drop, Hong Kong’s IPO Market Shows Signs of Life
Some big stock offerings from mainland China could help reopen the market. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Hong Kong to suspend flight ban mechanism as government cites ‘peak season’ for returning overseas students
Hong Kong will put on hold its flight suspension mechanism from this week, with airlines no longer banned just because they have brought in a number of passengers infected with Covid-19. ( read original story ...)