Institutional investors are also likely to be more aggressive as they seek opportunities in Hong Kong, property consultants said. “In fact, 68 per cent of the first-quarter investment transaction ... ( read original story ...)
Mainland and Hong Kong ETFs will join stock connect in move seen as ‘gift’ for 25th anniversary of handover
The newly announced inclusion of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in mainland China's stock connect scheme with Hong Kong will help consolidate the city's role as a financial hub and bridge between China ... ( read original story ...)
‘Hong Kong must uphold socialist system, stamp out delusions of street politics’
Zheng Yanxiong, director of the Office for Safeguarding National Security, spelled out the bottom line for Hong Kong at a legal forum on Saturday. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong police probe suspected drowning after woman’s body found floating in Upper Shing Mun Reservoir
Hong Kong police are investigating the suspected drowning of a woman whose body was found floating in a reservoir. Police received a report at 2.47pm on Saturday afternoon from a passer-by who said ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s next leader John Lee heads to Beijing to accept appointment letter, expected to meet President Xi Jinping, other top leaders
Chief executive-elect left his Ho Man Tin flat with wife Janet Lam Lai-sim on Saturday morning for a four-day trip to capital Lee must undergo two days of quarantine in Beijing under a 'closed-loop' ... ( read original story ...)
Travel Photo of the Year winners return: Capturing Hong Kong and Macao
The Wanderlust Travel Photo of the Year 2019 prize winners have returned from their commission to Hong Kong and Macao. Here’s what they found... ”Hong Kong is a photographer’s dream,” says Geraint ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s next leader John Lee visits Beijing for official nod
Hong Kong's next leader John Lee travelled to Beijing on Saturday to receive the central government's blessing as he prepares to take office in a month. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s new leader heads to Beijing for official approval
Former security chief John Lee is due to take office on July 1, the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to Chinese rule. Hong Kong Chief Executive-elect John Lee is expected to receive his official ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: rebound in infections unlikely for now, even with Omicron subvariant spreading, Hong Kong pandemic adviser says
The possibility of a rebound in Covid-19 infections in Hong Kong remains low despite a more transmissive Omicron subvariant spreading in the community, a government pandemic adviser has said. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: why Hong Kong remains Asia’s foremost arts hub despite tough Covid-19 curbs
City has ability to connect with emerging collectors in mainland China and Southeast Asia, giving it unique advantage. ( read original story ...)
How to repair Hong Kong’s battered reputation: first, restore confidence among the ‘honest brokers’
The national security law, the government's handling of the pandemic, and more, have left Hong Kong with an image problem on the global stage Rather than another expensive PR campaign focused on the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong artist Teresa Chan gives fallen leaves a new lease of life
Fallen leaves are often dismissed as trash on the busy streets of Hong Kong, but local artist Teresa Chan has brought them back to life with her exquisite designs that invite viewers to see trees as ... ( read original story ...)
Pandemic spurs Hong Kong logistics rethink
Around 7pm one evening in early March, David Cheng, 64, left a two-storey dormitory built from stacked shipping containers in Lok Ma Chau, Hong Kong. ( read original story ...)
Number of Hong Kong pupils at UK private schools with parents also living in country triples following launch of BN(O) scheme
Hong Kong pupils whose parents live in UK has increased from 496 in 2021 to 1,538 this year, according to report by Independent Schools Council. ( read original story ...)