Hong Kong’s environment minister on Thursday said the city would consider easing a potential import ban on seafood from 10 Japanese prefectures if Tokyo could prove the safety of its planned release ...
Hong Kong poised to ban Japanese seafood over treated nuclear wastewater
Hong Kong, one of the world’s biggest buyers of Japanese fish, says it will ban seafood imports from 10 prefectures in the country if Tokyo presses ahead with its plan to release treated radioactive ...
Inspiring Female Leaders in Insurance in Asia | Elite Women 2023
Insurance Business Asia ’s Elite Women of 2023 are at the forefront at the forefront of this. They possess grit and determination and have seized the opportunity to make a difference. This year’s ...
Fukushima discharge row: Hong Kong environment chief says city would consider easing coming seafood ban if Japan guarantees safety
City's environment minister defends 'precautionary move' to extend import restrictions to 10 Japanese prefectures, arguing 30-year discharge period comes with risks Saga centres on plan by Japan to ...
Hong Kong Plans to Raise Bank Deposit Protection After Review
Hong Kong plans to raise the maximum protection on bank deposits in a move designed to better shield people during times of severe stress.
Chinese Canadians remember Hong-Kong born singer Coco Lee’s influence on Asian representation
Coco Lee, who died at the age of 48, had sung and acted in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, making a name for herself not only in North America but also in Chinese-speaking regions such as China, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Hong Kong stocks surge over 2% after U.S. inflation slows more than expected; Asia markets rise
In Asia, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index popped 2.15% at the open and led gains in the region, while the Hang Seng Tech index surged over 3%.
Alibaba, Meituan and tech stocks in Hong Kong fuel best week since January as China pledges support after crackdown
Tech stocks are pushing the Hang Seng Index towards its best week since the opening days of 2023. Premier Li Qiang pledges to support tech firms in a meeting with some top executives on Wednesday.
Chinese mainland savers rush to Hong Kong to capitalise on higher returns, less risk
HONG KONG has become a hot destination for Chinese mainlanders to park their money as a turbulent onshore capital market has led many to hunt for lower-risk investments overseas. Read more at The ...
ESG disclosures: Hong Kong firms should start verifying climate, sustainability data ahead of audit mandate, experts say
As the global trend favours mandatory audits, companies should seek assurance now for the most material information, says EY’s climate and sustainability partner.
HSBC builds up China green finance, bonds teams in funds push – sources
HSBC is building up its green finance and bond teams in China to meet surging demand, two sources with knowledge of the matter told Reuters, as Europe's biggest bank presses on with expansion in the ...
HK shares up on credit data surprise; China stocks slip
HONG KONG: Hong Kong shares extended their rally to a third straight ... and Hang Seng China Enterprises Index gained 1.30%. China’s new bank loans jumped more than expected in June from the previous ...
A city of contrasts! Get to know the REAL Hong Kong with our neighbourhood guide
When you picture Hong Kong, no doubt a sea of futuristic skyscrapers aglitter with a thousand lights comes to mind. But beyond that iconic cityscape lies a wealth of characterful neighbourhoods ...
HSBC Buys Back Over 4.64M Shrs Ytd for $289M
HSBC HOLDINGS (00005.HK) announced that it repurchased a total of over 4.6424 million shares in the UK and Hong Kong markets yesterday (4th), involving a total of about HK$289 mill... HSBC HOLDINGS ...