Government pandemic adviser David Hui also suggests scrapping PCR requirement for inbound travellers Another health expert recommends opening up before November if city's Covid-19 death rate continues ... ( read original story ...)
How ‘Anonymous’ wrote the story of the Japanese invasion of Hong Kong in World War II: the life of Major Evan George Stewart
When the Japanese invaded Hong Kong, Major Evan George Stewart of the Hong Kong Volunteer Defence Force was involved in some fierce fighting. As a POW, he helped write a detailed account of the battle ... ( read original story ...)
Dragon boat contest ditches Hong Kong over Covid restrictions
The world's top dragon boat competition will ditch Hong Kong in favour of Thailand next year due to the city's stringent coronavirus rules, organisers announced on Saturday. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to control cannabidiol as drug, product ban expected in early 2023
Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) John Lee said on Saturday that the HKSAR government will control cannabidiol (CBD) as a drug through legislation, and products ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Hong Kong’s catering sector calls for fresh round of wage subsidy scheme to avoid closures and lay-offs
Industry leader says six catering bodies will submit joint letter to Chief Executive John Lee calling for relaunch of Employment Support Scheme Appeal comes hot on the heels of sudden closure of ... ( read original story ...)
John Lee wants to tell Hong Kong’s story to the world, but actions would speak louder than words
Recently, the government has considered special arrangements for businesspeople to travel to Hong Kong without quarantine to attend an international finance conference in November. The business ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese opera star’s apology for remarks praising Queen Elizabeth sparks debate in Hong Kong
Under her patronage, Hong Kong was a blessed land,’ Law Kar-ying posted online, infuriating Chinese nationalists. He apologised in a video, but some commentators said he shouldn’t have had to say ... ( read original story ...)
‘Get A Head Start’: Hong Kongers Rush To Upskill Ahead Of New Life Abroad
As Hong Kong experiences an exodus, Hong Kongers who are planning to move are taking crash courses to equip themselves with skillsets like hair-dressing and home repairs before immigrating to other ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks pare losses after China economic data for August tops analyst estimates
Hong Kong stocks dropped, putting the benchmark on course for its third consecutive weekly loss, as traders weighed August economic data from China that largely beat analysts’ estimates. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong fintech ecosystem still strong, given capital, talent and links to Greater Bay Area, says new FTAHK chairman
Neil Tan, new chairman of the Fintech Association of Hong Kong, says current challenges just a 'bump in the road' Organisation will strengthen its role connecting fintech companies in Hong Kong, ... ( read original story ...)
Office vacancies double in Hong Kong
The data add to warnings that Hong Kong’s shine as a business hub has been dulled by political unrest and a subsequent crackdown. Pandemic curbs have also kept the territory internationally isolated ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong facing wave of restaurant closures, with 8,000 businesses chased over unpaid rent after end of government protection scheme
Industry leader says economy has not recovered as well as expected, and city is 'like an isolated island' with border still closed Closure of bakery chain Crostini, which owes millions in unpaid wages ... ( read original story ...)
At 25th anniversary of return, Hong Kong’s future looks bright
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in San Francisco held an exuberant gala to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, with high confidence in its economic ... ( read original story ...)
Wave of catering closures feared as Hong Kong bakery chain Crostini crumbles
The demise of Hong Kong bakery chain Crostini has sparked fears of a wave of catering industry closures after a Covid-related rent deferral scheme expired, with one representative saying around 2,000 ... ( read original story ...)