Hong Kong has passed a legislation to stop the sale and distribution of Styrofoam products and single-use plastic cutlery as a way to reduce the amount of plastic waste in the city ...
Hong Kong’s single-use plastics ban off to smooth start as many opt for own utensils instead of forking out HK$1 for takeaway alternatives
Many customers buying takeaway breakfast in busy business district decline to pay extra for alternatives to plastic cutlery as ban gets under way But some smaller operators still handing out plastic ...
Global accelerators and incubators set up Hong Kong branches to bring start-ups to the city, cultivate local ventures
China’s ATLATL Innovation Centre and California-headquartered Founder Institute plan to bring start-ups from around the world to the city and invest in local ventures.
Hong Kong economy
Beijing lobbying for Hong Kong to join world’s biggest free-trade pact this year Hong Kong applied to join Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership two years ago, with bloc representing ...
Hong Kong developer Hang Lung eyes China’s booming luxury market as it expands flagship Shanghai mall Plaza 66
Hang Lung Properties is targeting discerning Chinese consumers’ penchant for luxury goods as it prepares to undertake the expansion of its flagship mall in Shanghai.
Hongkongers call for more cut-price cinema ticket days to boost business in city, say night at movies no longer affordable
Some film fans say going to the cinema in city no longer affordable entertainment, particularly with transport and food added Two cinema chains report full houses in the afternoon, with some seats ...
Hong Kong innovation chief pledges to step up efforts to attract talent, capital to stop firms from leaving for ‘places with money’
Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong also expresses optimism, pointing to city's edge in bringing in top people despite current manpower shortage He says city needs to attract ...
It’s time to get serious about shrinking Hong Kong’s growing garbage mountain
Once again our government appears lost as it contemplates how to manage Hong Kong’s growing mountain of garbage. The logic of the endlessly postponed solid waste charging scheme is clear: if you ...
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing, Shanghai Stock Exchange, Shenzhen Stock Exchange to Expand ETF Offerings
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd reached an agreement with Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) and Shenzhen Stock Exchange.
Hong Kong environmental issues
Hong Kong is taking a major step in its war on waste by banning many single-use plastics. Here’s a visual guide on how much we waste, and the new rules aimed at tackling the problem ...
Hong Kong government hits back at ‘unfounded and biased’ G7, EU statement raising concerns about city’s 2 national security laws
Foreign governments 'with ulterior motives' are 'smearing and interfering in Hong Kong affairs which are internal affairs of China', spokesman says Response triggered by statement from G7 foreign ...
BYO fork? This 5-star airline may ask business-class passengers to bring their own cutlery
One airline may enforce a strict BYOC policy: Bring your own cutlery. Hong Kong carrier Cathay Pacific — one of less than a dozen airlines rated five stars — gauged in a recent survey whether ...
‘Not what you see, but what you feel’: timeless luxury in 2,000 sq ft Hong Kong apartment for couple’s retirement
A four-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment in Lai Chi Kok was turned into a one-bedroom space with an enlarged living and dining area for family gatherings Elegance and timelessness show in the ...
Visiting UK minister to press Hong Kong authorities over ‘erosion’ of rights in city after Article 23 law passed
Minister for Indo-Pacific Anne-Marie Trevelyan to meet authorities during stops in Hong Kong and Beijing, marking first visit by UK official since new law passed She pledges to raise concerns on ...