Bank of East Asia Ltd., Hong Kong’s third-largest lender, posted the biggest intraday decline in almost two weeks after 2011 profit missed analyst estimates and its risk buffer shrank. (read on…) Related items HKEx chief confident on buying LME; Q1 profit dips Malaysian listed XiDeLang eyes dual listing in Hong Kong Britain's troubled Aquascutum...
A woman has admitted arranging for mainland Chinese women to give birth in Hong Kong, reports said Saturday, the first prosecution of its kind as the southern city cracks down on the practice. (read on…) Related items Hong Kong jails Chinese 'birth agent' Can China and Hong Kong Lure Muslim Traders and Investors? Can...
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Chinese e-commerce group Alibaba plans to take its Hong Kong-listed unit private, two sources familiar with the matter said, as part of a complex deal that would strengthen founder Jack Ma's control and give key stakeholder Yahoo cash and a direct stake in one of Alibaba's operating businesses. Alibaba Group,...
HONG KONG: The man seen as China's preferred choice for the next leader of Hong Kong has seen his popularity fall further in an opinion poll out Saturday, raising questions about Beijing's backing for the candidate. (read on…) Related items Hong Kong candidate pledges full suffrage in 2017 Thousands protest against Hong Kong's new...
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Chinese e-commerce group Alibaba plans to take its Hong Kong-listed unit private, two sources familiar with the matter said, as part of a complex deal that would strengthen founder Jack Ma's control and give key stakeholder Yahoo cash and a direct stake in one of Alibaba's operating businesses. Alibaba Group,...
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Chinese e-commerce group Alibaba plans to take private its Hong Kong-listed unit, two sources familiar with the matter said, as part of a complex deal that would strengthen founder Jack Ma's control and give key stakeholder Yahoo cash and a direct stake in one of Alibaba's operating businesses. Alibaba Group,...
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As universities in Asia go, none surpass Hong Kong University, the most prestigious in the region. As one of the most rapidly developing economic and financial centers in the world, Hong Kong has become an attractive destination for professionals and students alike. Opportunities are abundant in the city, where Western living standards complement attractive...
Hong Kong trade official seeks closer Texas ties Houston Chronicle Copyright 2012 Houston Chronicle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 09:42 p.m., Tuesday, February 7, 2012 In visits this week with the World Affairs Council of Houston and business students at Rice University, Tong pushed for U.S....
