Security chief Chris Tang gives first indication of possible amendments, with suggested plan to scrap six-month waiting period to label absconders Lawmakers also discuss changes to court procedures ...
Filmart: 5 Hong Kong Restaurants to Try Right Now
After a challenging pandemic period, the city is back and open for business. By Abid Rahman International Editor, Digital With Filmart nearing its close, it’s likely some of the attendees will have a ...
Wharf sees more struggles ahead in Hong Kong, mainland China property markets after reporting weak sales, profit in 2023
China faces considerable domestic challenges, from a sluggish property market to weak consumer sentiment, Wharf says. After a poor result in 2023, more time is needed to revive the property markets, ...
El Salvador Bags Major Bitcoin Gains; Hong Kong’s Stablecoin Push
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, including El Salvador's major gains from the recent bitcoin (BTC) rally. The Central ...
Hong Kong stocks rise to their highest this year as buy-back hopes propel market
Hong Kong stocks were lifted by hopes more companies could launch share buy-backs to take advantage of the current market valuations.
SoftBank-Backed Used-Car Startup Carro Drives Into Hong Kong With Acquisition
Carro, a Singapore-based online used-car marketplace, has expanded into Hong Kong with the acquisition of a local smaller peer to bet on the city’s growing electric vehicle adoption. Carro announced ...
Hong Kong’s Central Bank Starts Regulatory Sandbox for Stablecoin Issuers
The regulator invited applicants with a "genuine interest in developing a stablecoin issuance business" to join the sandbox.
China’s crackdown is damaging Hong Kong’s economy
The Chinese city is set to widen a Beijing-imposed security law that could cause more multinationals to flee. Is Hong Kong's role as a gateway to China over?
Over 70 Hopeful Startups Primed for Hong Kong Mega Event of EPiC 2024 Grand Finale
With the final stop of semi-final contest at Stuttgart, four-city world semi-final series for EPiC 2024 global pitching contest completed and over 70 semi-finalists were selected“Best-of-the-best” ...
Smart mobility transformation of Hong Kong’s transportation system is on track
With robust backing by the Hong Kong Government, the city is set to transform its transportation system and promote overall sustainability by adopting innovative technologies.
Exclusive-Chinese Premier Li to skip meeting with global CEOs at key business summit
Chinese Premier Li Qiang does not intend to hold a meeting with visiting foreign CEOs at the upcoming China Development Forum (CDF) in late March, three sources briefed on the matter said, raising ...
2 reasons Hong Kong should rethink its massive technopole plan
Readers discuss Hong Kong's plans for an information and technology zone at the northern border, the proposed monthly firework displays, crowds on a bus route popular with tourists, and the need for a ...
Alibaba’s Media Arm to Invest $640 Million in Hong Kong Entertainment
Alibaba Group’s media and entertainment arm will invest in movies, television dramas and creative events in Hong Kong over the next five years.
In Hong Kong, companies do not know what to worry about or why
In Hong Kong, a city that is adapting to life under a Beijing-imposed national security law and introducing its own version of it, global companies are bringing in practical barriers to doing business ...