and Canadian-born expats lured by Hong Kong’s low-tax, business-friendly environment. Passage of the bill will encourage much chest-thumping about Canada’s support for democracy, but it is hard not to see in this something slightly different. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong protesters pop champagne after leader says he'll step down
Hong Kong (CNN)A cheer went up from the crowd as the bottles of ... and there was a mood of jubilation Saturday as demonstrators gathered in the city's business district for an anti-government rally. 'CY did not beat us' Longtime anti-government lawmaker ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong tax rates for your offshore corporation
For planting business flags, it’s one of the most stable and attractive jurisdictions in the world. Unlike the island “tax havens” that you might consider for economic citizenship, Hong Kong is a solid financial center with real business activity ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong sets to capitalise on Belt and Road initiative
The Belt and Road initiative has the potential to boost Hong Kong's status as a major financial, economic, trade, business and transportation centre in the world. Here are four reports from ANN media. (From left)K.Y. Edward CHEN, President, Qianhai ... ( read original story ...)
SFC, HKEX crack down on rights issues seen as unfair to minority shareholders
Hong Kong’s securities regulators have tightened their scrutiny of rights issues by listed companies, rejecting two recent applications they deemed unfair to minority shareholders. Brokers welcomed the move as they believe it will enhance protection for ... ( read original story ...)
Checking In: East Hotel, Hong Kong
Located on the eastern side of Hong Kong Island in one of the city's busy business districts that plays home the likes of LVMH and Facebook's Hong Kong HQ, East is a business-minded hotel that's sharp in every way. Opened by Swire Hotels in 2010 ... ( read original story ...)
Fitch: Cheung Kong Property's Aircraft Leasing Purchase Neutral to Rating
(The following statement was released by the rating agency) HONG KONG, December 09 (Fitch) Cheung Kong Property Holdings Limited's (CKP; A-/Positive) plan to acquire the aircraft leasing business of CK Hutchison Holdings Limited (CKHH; A-/Stable ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Gets Chance to Heal Division as Leader Steps Aside (1)
(Bloomberg) -- The surprise decision by Hong Kong’s top leader to not seek a second term in office opened the way for a chief executive who might bridge some differences in a city riven by tensions over perceived interference by China. Chief Executive ... ( read original story ...)
Are democracy's days numbered in this former colony?
He has filed stories from every continent for CBC News. Instagram: @sasapetricic On the edge of Victoria Harbour, not far from the wharves where British naval ships used to dock in Hong Kong, the push is on to strengthen Chinese control of this former colony. ( read original story ...)
Are democracy's days numbered in Hong Kong?
He has filed stories from every continent for CBC News. Instagram: @sasapetricic On the edge of Victoria Harbour, not far from the wharves where British naval ships used to dock in Hong Kong, the push is on to strengthen Chinese control of this former colony. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong business leaders hold out hope for change after Leung Chun-ying declines second tilt at top job
Reacting to the news that Leung Chun-ying will not seek re-election, some business leaders hope there will be changes for the better for the polarised society, but not everyone is optimistic. Henry Cheng Kar-shun, chairman of New World Development and the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong opens the door to China
Hong Kong’s trade representative came to Tallahassee Wednesday looking for business. In meetings around the capital city with business and political leaders, Steve Barclay explained Hong Kong is the doorway to China and he’s holding it wide open for ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks stumble as casino share swoon rocks confidence
Hong Kong stocks were lower on Friday ... Late in the morning session the Hang Seng Index was down 0.42 per cent, while the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index nudged up 0.2 per cent. Andrew Sullivan, a sales traders with Haitong International Securities ... ( read original story ...)
Hang Seng Index slips on Macau report
Hong Kong stocks fell in the morning session on Friday, with casino operators battered by a report saying officials had halved the amount of cash mainland gamblers were allowed to withdraw from ATMs in Macau. The Hang Seng Index shed 0.3 percent ... ( read original story ...)