Aside from helping offshore investors to manage interest rate risk, the scheme will improve efficiency of clearing and capital usage, said Bank of China (HK).
If it ain’t got that swing: three of Hong Kong’s top golf courses
To play golf regularly in Hong Kong requires deep pockets, impeccable social connections and luck. There are, after all, only eight clubs in the Chinese territory and not all accept visitors. One of ...
Beijing vows support for Hong Kong judges after US congressional advisers call for sanctions
State Council’s Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office rejects report, saying it aims to smear city’s judicial system and national security law.
Hong Kong police hunt vandals who spray-painted ‘murderer’ on car that allegedly ran over dog
Officers find vehicle in Wong Tai Sin car park complex spray-painted with word 'murderer' Online footage of Mercedes-Benz running over dog near barbecue site in Ma On Shan sparked online calls for ...
Hong Kong police ‘hunt 4 in HK$15 million watch shop robbery after 120 items stolen’
Hong Kong police are hunting four men involved in the burglary of a watch shop after 120 items worth HK$15 million (US$1.9 million) were stolen, according to a force insider. Police on Sunday morning ...
‘Interfere less, listen more’: Hong Kong mum shares how to support loved ones after a schizophrenia diagnosis
Mother Lily Chan says gentle humour and kindness cornerstones for helping daughter Sandy Ho adjust after being diagnosed with schizophrenia in 1980s.
A Light Never Goes Out review – sentimental but sumptuous Hong Kong drama
The widow of a sign artist struggles to fulfil her late husband’s last wish to renovate one of his favourite neon signs ...
Illegal wildlife trade on rampage? As Hong Kong border opens, mainland Chinese pet shops offer to smuggle rare animals into city
Under Hong Kong law, shops need a specific possession licence to keep endangered animals such as poison dart frogs, softshell turtles or crocodiles, no matter whether they are wild or bred. The Post ...
Hong Kong actress Catherine Hung and Chinese actor Andy Zhang call off divorce
They have released a letter, in which they apologised four times for their previous comments. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Hong Kong’s economy can achieve 5.5 per cent growth if city continues to ride current momentum, financial services chief says
Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui sounds optimism while also hailing Europe collaboration to form ‘community of interest’ .
Face Off: Are Hong Kong schools sensitive enough to students with special needs?
Two readers debate a hot topic in a showdown that doesn’t necessarily reflect their personal views. This week, they discuss whether the city’s educational system is suitable for learners with unique ...
Hong Kong prelate says Vatican-China deal ‘not dead’ despite disputes over bishops
In remarks following his recent visit to Beijing, Hong Kong’s Bishop Stephen Chow has said he does not believe the Vatican’s deal with China on episcopal appointments has collapsed, despite several recent violations by Chinese authorities.
Hong Kong customs says no plans to ease recruiting standards, despite hiring difficulties among law enforcement agencies
So far, we consider recruitment standards for inspectors and customs officers to be relevant and suitable,’ Hong Kong Customs College commandant says.
China Condemns U.S. Report Calling for Sanctions Against Hong Kong Security Judges
HONG KONG (Reuters) - China on Friday condemned a U.S. congressional report that called for sanctions against 29 Hong Kong judges involved in the city's national security cases, given their role in ...