Court hears former tycoon had discussed working with candidates who were part of an unofficial “primary” election held four years ago.
European Parliament demands release of Jimmy Lai and detained journalists in Hong Kong
The European Parliament has passed a resolution condemning declining press freedom in Hong Kong and urging the release of journalists, including Jimmy Lai. The move highlights deteriorating conditions ...
Hong Kong’s three-runway system goes into operation
One of Hong Kong's largest infrastructure projects in recent years, the three-runway system involved the 3,800-meter third runway, an expansion of Terminal 2 passenger building, a new concourse, an ...
Hong Kong airport starts operating with three runways
Hong Kong airport has formally commissioned its three-runway system, capping nearly a decade of work to boost capacity. “This year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the [People’s ...
Sydney lab-grown meat startup Vow launches in Hong Kong with ‘Forged Gras’
Vow's Forged Gras is a rich buttery mimic of French foie gras, but made using Japanese quail cells, and involving no live animals.
Beijing’s message to Hong Kong’s business community is clear and simple
It's easy to overthink it but the message is this: embrace challenges, collaborate to seize chances to make profits and a positive impact Hong Kong's business community has long recognised the ...
Return of multi-entry visas crucial for Hong Kong tourism recovery, observers say
Move benefiting Shenzhen residents could reduce impact of Hongkongers spending across border, but businesses must ‘find right opportunities’.
Hong Kong explores unique role in boosting China-ASEAN connectivity
The ASEAN-China Forum 2024 was held here on Thursday, with participants brainstorming on such issues as the development of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), its ties with China as well as joint efforts to deal with regional challenges.
China hawks stick beaks into HK’s financial status
They vehemently attacked the Hong Kong national security law that came into force in July 2020 as a political tool that effectively subjects Hong Kong to Beijing's control, and demanded that the ...
Hong Kong rolls out Muslim-friendly accreditation system for hotels, tourist attractions
Hong Kong has rolled out a new Muslim-friendly accreditation system for hotels and major tourist attractions to complement its existing halal restaurant credentials. The Tourism Board also revealed on ...
New World Development sells Hong Kong sports park stake to parent to tackle debt
Stake in New World Sports Development, the developer of Kai Tak Sports Park, sold to Chow Tai Fook Enterprises for US$53.5 million.
‘Game-changer’: first planes take off, land in sync at all 3 Hong Kong runways – as it happened
Project has been hailed as a ‘game-changer’ for the city to enhance its status as an international aviation hub.
Sun Life HK, HKMC partner to promote flexible retirement planning programmes
Hongkongers expect to retire at an average age of 66. Sun Life Hong Kong has partnered with the Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited to refer clients to the Policy Mortgage Programme and Reverse ...
Hong Kong’s ‘Emperor’s Home’ penthouse sold at steep discount as distressed tycoons divest
We will continue seeing financially pressured owners offloading assets until interest rates come down substantially,’ analyst says.