Hong Kong in the grip of a power struggle over oath-taking saga

Hong Kong localist radicals played into Beijing’s hands, democracy leader Martin Lee says Mr Justice Thomas Au Hing-cheung certainly did not agree with the argument, as he explained in his 56-page ruling that he was “of the clear view that the non ... ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong rich-lister gives $5m to Auckland university

A foundation set up by Hong Kong's richest man is to donate $5 million to the University ... for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and other programmes at the university's Business School. The foundation will also match on a dollar-for-dollar basis up ... ( read original story ...)

China's interference in Hong Kong alarming

A US congressional panel has warned of an "alarming" rise in China's interference in Hong Kong, noting fears over the city's continued role as a global financial hub. In its annual report to the Congress on Wednesday, the bipartisan US-China Economic and ... ( read original story ...)

HSBC launches private banking services in Australia

HONG KONG (Reuters) - HSBC Holdings Plc on Thursday launched its private banking services in Australia, as part of its plans to expand business presence in the Asia Pacific region. The bank will offer private banking services to Australian clients ... ( read original story ...)