China’s economy has shaken off the impact of the coronavirus, with retail sales likely to grow by some 6 per cent in 2022 as the government strengthens measures and policies to boost consumption, Fung ... ( read original story ...)
New look of Hong Kong in 2022 in 6 keywords
The year 2022 marks the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, and the development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) under the principle of "patriots ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong budget: NGO calls for financial assistance for those left jobless, underemployed by strict social-distancing rules
While a recently announced relief package is aimed at shoring up affected businesses, the Society for Community Organisation notes rank-and-file workers have been left out. ( read original story ...)
Omicron: Hong Kong will not fully relax social-distancing rules, even after Lunar New Year, health minister says
The woman was said to have stayed at home during the five days between her completing quarantine and testing positive, but her family did not Experts are now exploring the possibility of cross ... ( read original story ...)
Former Hong Kong actress Michelle Reis out of ICU after life-threatening ailment
HONG KONG - Retired actress Michelle Reis has been discharged from hospital after being in intensive care for 48 hours. . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong budget: should goodies go to masses or targeted groups?
Ahead of coming address in February, financial secretary has faced mounting calls to roll out fresh round of consumption vouchers or more sweeteners. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Omicron restrictions could be the end of the road for many restaurants, say industry insiders
Omicron measures further threaten Hong Kong's battered catering sector, which is yet to recover from the losses of the past two years The HK$3.57 billion relief fund to help businesses affected by the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Finance Chief Says Deficit May Top Original Estimate
Hong Kong’s budget deficit in the 2021-2022 fiscal year could rise to as much as HK$180 billion ($23.1 billion), exceeding original estimates of HK$101.6 billion, if factors including debt issuance ... ( read original story ...)
7 jailed in Hong Kong for rioting near PolyU in 2019
A Hong Kong court on Saturday sentenced seven people to up to 40 months in prison for rioting near the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) in November 2019. The District Court of the Hong Kong ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Hong Kong cut quarantine for Covid-19 close contacts from 21 days to 14, so why not for travellers too?
A decision by Hong Kong authorities to cut their lengthiest quarantine period for close contacts of Covid-19 patients from 21 days to 14 has brought closer scrutiny to the city’s tough isolation ... ( read original story ...)
The gamification of banking: how Hong Kong virtual lender ZA Bank uses mobile games to attract and maintain customers
ZA Bank says its gamification strategy is resonating with Hong Kong's millennials and Generation Z in the digital era Over a quarter of Hong Kong's adult population is expected to have a virtual bank ... ( read original story ...)
How Hong Kong’s waste problem is becoming a crisis after decades of government foot-dragging
Landfills close to full, a government dragging its feet, and the public’s indifference about recycling or sustainability leaves the city under growing pressure to implement solutions. ( read original story ...)
Expats eye escape from Hong Kong as China’s Covid restrictions bite
The next time you feel like complaining about Britain’s Covid quarantine rules, spare a thought for expatriates living in Hong Kong. There, if you are suspected ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s brain drain worsens as expats, locals flee
An exodus of expatriates and locals from Hong Kong is poised to intensify this year, as policymakers continue their crackdown on civil society and brush off an increasing uproar over aligning with ... ( read original story ...)