The first of a series of activities on the introduction of the outline of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) for national socio-economic ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Hong Kong teens next in line for walk-in Covid-19 vaccinations, Carrie Lam reveals
The move to open the programme to those aged 12 and above follows a similar push with the city’s elderly launched last month. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong protests: activist accused of organising illegal march two years ago denied bail
Max Chung faces five years behind bars if convicted in connection with unauthorised assembly in July 2019, which took place six days after mob attack at Yuen Long MTR station. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s tough stand on India’s vaccine records sends residents on emotional roller-coaster ride trying to reunite families
Instead of keeping travellers out, penalise those who come in with fake vaccine records, some sayFully vaccinated Indians dismayed by latest hurdle to being with family members in Hong Kong ... ( read original story ...)
Central gov’t official says policy towards Hong Kong will not change
The Chinese central government's policy towards the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) will not change, Huang Liuquan, deputy head of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s role in opening China’s economy to the world ‘not replaceable’, key Beijing official assures investors
Hong Kong's role in the opening of China's economy to the world is "very special" and can never be replaced, a senior Beijing official has said, while also urging the city to be more proactive in both ... ( read original story ...)
US vs. UK Firms in Hong Kong: Will China’s Latest Crackdown Level the IPO Playing Field?
With China’s latest cybersecurity probe, Hong Kong’s homecoming listings may once again level the playing field for international firms, giving a boost to U.K. firms. ( read original story ...)
Revenue-based financing firm pumps $120k into Malaysian green ecommerce firm
Poptron’s latest fund raise follows its previous US$1 million seed round. It now looks to enter the Singaporean market with sustainable products to offer. ( read original story ...)
Greater Bay Airlines to Launch Operations from Hong Kong
Greater Bay Airlines, a new Hong Kong-based low-cost carrier, has confirmed plans to begin operations with international services from Hong Kong to Bangkok, Thailand; Phuket, Thailand and Singapore. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s GIC takes stake in Hong Kong data company MioTech
Singaporean sovereign wealth fund GIC and Chinese securities company Guotai Junan International are taking a minority stake in MioTech, a Hong Kong startup that uses artificial intelligence to ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks build on gains at open
Hong Kong stocks climbed more than one percent soon after opening on Tuesday, extending the previous day's gains and tracking another strong lead ... ( read original story ...)
With Covid-19, Hong Kong’s addiction to domestic helpers is becoming dangerous
Hong Kong is addicted to domestic helpers - and it's harming society. In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, with Indonesia and the Philippines two of the worst-affected countries, it's also dangerous ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s recovery campaign pauses
Hong Kong spent HKD49.7 million for a public relations agency to create a 12-month “Relaunch Hong Kong” publicity campaign and delayed the launch. Communications consultancy Consulum FZ beat seven ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong policeman faces 2½ years in jail and HK$5 million fine after being charged with operating illegal gambling den
Constable accused of running illegal poker house and flouting ban on group gatherings during coronavirus pandemic after raid in Kwun Tong in which 48 people were arrested. ( read original story ...)