CNBC's Kayla Tausche reports the U.S. has imposed sanctions on Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam. Got a confidential news tip? We want to hear from you. Sign up for free newsletters and get more ... ( 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 ...)
Hong Kong’s rich are moving gold out of the country on fears of what China’s draconian law may do to its autonomy
Hong Kong's rich are moving gold out of the capital to ward off the impact of a Draconian law, the Financial Times reported Friday. The ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Offers Universal Virus Testing, With Beijing’s Help
Initially a poster child for the battle against the coronavirus, Hong Kong has seen a third wave brought in by certain business and logistic arrivals that were exempted from the compulsory quarantine ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to offer free coronavirus testing for all residents
Hong Kong will offer free voluntary coronavirus testing for residents, leader Carrie Lam said on Friday, as the global financial hub races to contain a resurgence of the virus over the past month. ( 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 ...)
Ant Group Is Said to Pick CICC as Sponsor for its Shanghai IPO
Ant Group, the parent of China’s largest mobile payment company, has picked China International Capital Corp. for its Shanghai initial public offering, adding to the broker’s role as a sponsor for its ... ( 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’s MTR to delay new mall opening amid new coronavirus wave, CEO says
Lohas Mall's phase one opening in Hong Kong will be postponed to a "better time" given current movement restrictions during the pandemic, says Mass Transit Railway Corporation CEO Jacob Kam. ( 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 ...)