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Just a few weeks ago, Hong Kong seemed to cast a longing eye at blank-check companies. But is it a real craving? The Asian financial center may simply want to minimize the regret it would feel — and ... ( read original story ...)

As part of the discussions – described as a series of soft consultations – the China Securities Regulatory Commission has over the past few months met the city’s Securities and Futures Commission as ... ( read original story ...)

A new report has revealed that living in Singapore has just become even pricier than living in Hong Kong, making it the most expensive Asian city to reside in. A place for the wealthy: The “Worldwide ... ( read original story ...)

With regard to Hong Kong residents who have stayed in such countries within 21 days, they can only board a flight for Hong Kong if they have been fully vaccinated and hold a recognised vaccination ... ( read original story ...)

Registration for new health code set to open on December 10, Secretary for Innovation and Technology Alfred Sit says. ( read original story ...)

General Chamber of Commerce forecasts 2.8 per cent expansion next year after 6.3 per cent this year but says emerging Omicron variant could suppress recovery in tourism and hospitality industries. ( read original story ...)

Hong Kongers travelling to China will need to download a tracking app similar to those used on the mainland, local officials said Thursday as they try to meet Beijing's strict coronavirus demands. ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong residents leaving the city for good withdrew a total of HK$2.604 billion ($334 million) from their Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) pension accounts in the third quarter of 2021, up 52.8% from ... ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong will launch a China-style health code to put the city’s tracking capabilities on par with the mainland, as the two sides prepare to reopen their border. ( read original story ...)

Nearly 1,000 teachers have left Hong Kong in the past school year in the wake of a China-drafted national security law and strict Covid-zero policies. ( read original story ...)

Cathay Pacific has been hit by a wave of pilot resignations in recent weeks as resentment over Hong Kong's strict quarantine regime boils over and crew scramble for emerging opportunities overseas. ( read original story ...)

A more accurate, cheaper, interactive trail tracking technology could change trail races for consumers and organisers, making the sport safer and easier to follow. ( read original story ...)

The Women’s Tennis Association is taking action over concerns about the safety and well-being of Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai. Tennis officials say they have serious doubts she’s free and safe. ( read original story ...)

GS1 Hong Kong (GS1 HK) hosted the 7th Food Safety Forum with the theme "Food Safety in Times of Crisis: Rethink, Reset, Revive" today, exploring ways to tackle the food safety and supply issues caused ... ( read original story ...)