Christopher D’Almada e Castro of Hong Kong’s Portuguese community was a distinguished lawyer who assisted British intelligence at great personal risk while in a Japanese prisoner of war camp.
HSBC CEO Accused of Pressuring Staff to Grant Loans to His Personal Friend
HSBC HOLDINGS (00005.HK)'s CEO Noel Quinn and other senior executives of the bank have been accused in London of pressuring staff to approve loans worth millions of GBP for Mar... HSBC HOLDINGS (00005 ...
Hong Kong wet markets still handing out plastic bags freely despite higher HK$1 levy, checks show
Post check at two wet markets finds almost all shoppers using plastic bags for purchases of seafood and poultry.
Hong Kong’s civil service chief vows to better tap workers’ potential as more younger staff head for exit
Minister Ingrid Yeung says nothing unusual for young staff to switch jobs, especially as work environment changes following end of pandemic She pledges bureau will strive to offer more training and ...
Crypto World Breathes A Sigh Of Relief As Chinese Banks Turn Crypto-Friendly In Hong Kong; What Does It Mean For Upcoming Currencies Like Dogetti?
Despite being under the arms of China, Hong Kong seems to have a different take on cryptocurrencies than its administrator. Remember in 2021, the People's Bank of China issued a statement reminding ...
Luxury villa at Hong Kong’s The Peak up for tender, could fetch as much as US$122.5 million
The 7,042 sq ft property at 8 Mount Nicholson Road has been developed by Wharf Holdings and Nan Fung Group. Wheelock is the sole agent for the sale.
Hong Kong Could Become New Crypto Hub For Tokens Like Bitcoin, Cardano And Sign Up Token
Let's take a look at what this could mean for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Cardano (ADA), as well as an innovative concept with a new token called SignUp Token.
Hong Kong’s status as shopping paradise is fading. Can it bank on Cantonese food to entice tourists?
Hong Kong is losing its global reputation as a shopping paradise, but its Cantonese food still gives the city a distinct advantage over rivals in the crowded Asian tourism market, visitors from ...
Crowdfunding and national security: Hong Kong groups say government did not consult enough on proposal to tighten rules
Must Hong Kong regulate crowdfunding? Experts and start-ups don’t like the idea The alliance also highlighted that fundraising efforts had an element of “randomness”, with people encouraged to donate ...
Analysts tip Cainiao to be first Alibaba unit to IPO given its supporting role in e-commerce giant’s overseas growth
Despite the gloomy global economic situation and supply chain risks last year, Cainiao has been expanding its international logistics network.
How bank crisis in US may benefit Indian, other Asian banks?
Bank crisis in US: The US-led banking turmoil is driving money into Asian assets, with investors betting that China and the region’s emerging economies are in a better position to weather the fallout.
Fading glory: the fight to save Hong Kong’s beloved neon signs
The city’s neon-drenched streets, which inspired filmmakers and artists, are changing due to tightening government regulations The narrow pavements of Hong Kong’s commercial district are accustomed to ...
‘Life’s better in prison,’ says one ex-offender as Hong Kong’s rising cost of living hits poor hard
Looming transport fare rises, on top of electricity tariff hikes and higher food prices, leave many worrying about future.
China’s fertility treatment rules push single women to Hong Kong
The first trip Sophia made after Beijing reopened its borders this year was to a clinic in Hong Kong to freeze her eggs. The procedure, along with other fertility treatments, is only available in ...