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 ...)
Chinese army sends warning to fleeing Hong Kong ‘troublemakers’
Chinese military based in Hong Kong launched air, sea and land drills to practise intercepting fugitives attempting to flee the territory by boat. The Hong Kong garrison of the People’s Liberation ... ( read original story ...)
‘A shameful and sad day’ – in-house lawyer withdraws from Hong Kong law society elections over threats
Ex-Skadden lawyer on ‘rule of law’ ticket cites safety reasons as he bows out of Tuesday’s ballot A candidate in forthcoming elections to the Law Society of Hong Kong’s governing council has withdrawn ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese Vaping Firm Weighs $500 Million Hong Kong IPO
Shenzhen IVPS Technology Co., the firm behind e-cigarette device brand Smok, is considering an initial public offering to raise at least $500 million in Hong Kong as soon as next year, people with ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong man accused of raping teen daughter jailed for 6½ years for perverting course of justice
His wife, brother and mother also received prison terms for their roles in the incident; judge says appalling case is one of the rarest of its kind. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong thief uses pole, hook to snare purse from 10th-storey flat after climbing up scaffolding
Viral video of the burglary shows the pole entering a window, then slowly snaking across the room before hooking a bag police say contained HK$1,200 and bank cards. ( read original story ...)
JD.com Delivers Strong Topline Results, Hong Kong-Listed Internet Stocks Rebound
On today’s earnings call, the company said it is adhering to internet regulation with several new laws going into effect this fall. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong must speed up economic development and integration with nation, Beijing officials warn lawmakers
After losing so much time to political infighting, Hong Kong needs to roll up its sleeves and focus on moving forward, Huang Liuquan of the State Council’s office overseeing the city’s affairs tells ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese officials lecture Hong Kong legislators on Five Year Plan
Chinese officials addressed Hong Kong lawmakers at the city's legislature for the first time on Monday, lecturing them about priorities as the country moves into a new five-year economic plan. Beijing ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC’s Hong Kong CEO to take over as top executive at Hang Seng Bank on September 1
HSBC Hong Kong CEO Diana Cesar will replace Louisa Cheang Wai-wan as Hang Seng Bank’s CEO, after Cheang extended her medical leave of absence. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong should let investors trade Hang Seng Index stocks in renminbi, ex-monetary chief says
Move would bolster the internationalisation of the currency, a goal laid down in China’s latest five-year plan, Joseph Yam argues. ( read original story ...)
Thousands Leaving Hong Kong, Teachers Quit Amid Security Law and Pandemic
Hong Kong has seen an alarming reduction in its population over the last 12 months, as people leave in the wake of the pandemic and the city’s political turmoil. According to data released by the ... ( read original story ...)