HongKongBizz

They swore while taking oaths of office, used an old slur for China, pledged allegiance to a “Hong Kong nation,” and tore up ballots in a vote for president of the city’s Legislative Council. Two years ago, the Umbrella Movement brought downtown Hong ... ( read original story ...)

A swearing-in ceremony to kick off Hong Kong's legislative session descended into farce Wednesday as newly elected pro-democracy lawmakers intentionally mangled their oaths in a show of defiance against Beijing. They displayed flags declaring that Hong ... ( read original story ...)

HONG KONG - Newly elected Hong Kong pro-democracy lawmakers have thumbed their noses at Beijing at a swearing-in ceremony to start the legislative session. They displayed flags declaring that Hong Kong is not a part of China and called out for "democratic ... ( read original story ...)

Chinese buyers are stepping up home purchases in Hong Kong, where prices are becoming “relatively more affordable” compared with some major mainland cities, according to Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Interest from mainland buyers, amid a surge in home ... ( read original story ...)

“There is a long tradition of trying to cook with tea here [in Hong Kong],” Chan said. “Using tea as an ingredient is part of the Chinese approach to health.” Her passion for it prompted her to start the Tea Appreciation & Tasting Meetup group a ... ( read original story ...)

He said Hong Kong people enjoyed full rights and freedom under law. "Hong Kong is China's domestic affair. Foreign countries have no right to interfere," Geng told a daily news briefing in Beijing. "We demand that Britain be discreet with its words and ... ( read original story ...)

The official Xinhua news agency on Friday quoted an unnamed officer at the liaison office, Beijing's symbol in Hong Kong, as calling their behavior "despicable". "Certain legislators-elect openly displayed the relevant banner and promoted Hong Kong ... ( read original story ...)

As the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej on Thursday plunged Thailand into deep mourning, Thais in Hong Kong went about their work with heavy hearts on Friday, while some businessmen expressed anxiety about possible economic effects. In Kowloon City, known ... ( read original story ...)