Malcolm X said: “If you’re not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing.” In Hong Kong’s case, different people, similar problem. Of the 70 members of Hong ... ( read original story ...)
Review: Cathay Pacific's Renovated The Pier Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific's renovated The Pier Business Class Lounge is located in Terminal 1, by Gate 65. It's about a 15-20 minute walk from security or from The Wing Business Class Lounge. The lounge is open daily from 5:30am to 00:30, and the following passengers ... ( read original story ...)
Glavin: The fight for democracy in Hong Kong — and how Canada can help
Hong Kong’s all-powerful chief executive, meanwhile, is appointed by Beijing from candidates put forward by a 1,200-member election committee drawn mainly from big business and the Chinese government. A survey undertaken by the Chinese University of Hong ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong aviation authorities crack down on abuse of business jet take-off and landing slots
Aviation authorities have moved to crack down on business jets misusing take-off and landing slots by tightening access for operators flying in and out of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). But some industry insiders warn that inflexibilities in the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong business should care about creating value for society
Last month, I attended a Hong Kong Jockey Club forum on “Philanthropy for Better Cities”, which was all about creating shared value. It provided some excellent examples of how business can do well by doing good, a deeper and wider type of corporate ... ( read original story ...)
Newcastle graduate from Hong Kong launches business to help international students
A Newcastle University graduate from Hong Kong has set up a business to help support other international students moving to the UK. Alice Lam has established My Study Bridge, which provides practical advice and support to students, primarily from China ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong and the end of my studies
In the latter half of the 1950s, when I was still in Hong Kong, China's economic policy changed dramatically. During the early days of its rule, the Communist government welcomed business owners and overseas Chinese returning to the country, but it ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong political and business luminaries among pall-bearers at funeral of billionaire Cheng Yu-tung
Hong Kong’s top political leaders and business tycoons will be among eight pall-bearers on Thursday morning at the funeral of late billionaire Cheng Yu-tung – the third richest man in the city. The list comprises Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, former ... ( read original story ...)
Women In Business: The CUHK MBA Mixing Magic With Management Consulting In Hong Kong
There’s more to Rajani Nair than meets the eye. On one hand, she’s a career-driven businesswoman, pursuing an MBA at Hong Kong’s CUHK Business School after five years blazing a trail in India’s male-dominated car-making industry. On the other, she ... ( read original story ...)