The Trump administration on Friday announced that it is sanctioning Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam as part of a wave of sanctions on Hong Kong officials over the Chinese government’s 'policies ... ( read original story ...)
US sanctions pro-China leader of Hong Kong, other officials
The U.S. on Friday imposed sanctions on Hong Kong officials, including the pro-China leader of the government, accusing them of undermining autonomy and restricting freedom ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. hits Hong Kong leader and other officials with sanctions, citing “brutal oppression”
The U.S. on Friday imposed sanctions on Hong Kong officials, including the pro-China leader of the government, accusing them of roles in squashing freedom in the former British colony. The Treasury ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to Launch Universal Testing as City Faces Third Wave of Coronavirus Pandemic
Due to Hong Kong’s limited testing capacity, three China-based labs will conduct the mass testing in temporary facilities in the city. ( read original story ...)
Around the World Elections Are Being Delayed Because of the Pandemic. Here’s Where Experts Say Hong Kong Went Wrong
Amid the pandemic, territories around the world are struggling to balance the right to vote with public health ... ( read original story ...)
US Consulate In Hong Kong Calls Collusion Claims ‘Ludicrous’
The US consulate in Hong Kong on Friday said it was "ludicrous" to suggest its diplomats meeting with pro-democracy politicians could breach the city's new national security law, a charge levelled in ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to Offer Free Virus Testing to Whole City, Says HK01
Hong Kong will offer free virus tests to all residents, reported local media outlet HK01 on Friday, a move that reflects the powerful boost that mainland China has provided to the city’s effort to ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s wealthy move gold out of city on security law fears
Hong Kong’s wealthy are moving increasing amounts of their gold out of the financial hub after Beijing imposed a new national security law on the city last month, dealers in the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong files court challenge to 2019 poll disqualification
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong filed a court challenge on Friday against his disqualification from district polls, in a move which may have implications for this year's removals of ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong: Joshua Wong among 24 charged over Tiananmen vigil
At least 24 people in Hong Kong have been charged with taking part in a banned candlelight vigil on 4 June to mark the anniversary of China's 1989 Tiananmen crackdown. Pro-democracy activist Joshua ... ( read original story ...)
Steep discounts for Hong Kong foreclosed homes may portend property price slump
Some Hong Kong foreclosed homes have been recently sold at steep discounts, adding to signs that the world's most expensive housing market could be heading for price declines both this year and next. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong activists charged over traditional Tiananmen vigil
Joshua Wong and Jimmy Lai among 25 facing court for ‘taking part in unauthorised assembly’ that has been occurring for 30 years ... ( read original story ...)
Beirut, Hong Kong, Climate Change: Your Friday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know. ( read original story ...)
Dozens Charged in Hong Kong for Taking Part in Tiananmen Protest
The charges against 24 people for attending an annual vigil are the latest signs of an intensifying crackdown on the pro-democracy movement. ( read original story ...)