“But now with the globalisation of the economy, with a lot of competition and other things – that becomes a bit difficult,” Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam continued, in a recent interview with Channel NewsAsia. Lam was in Singapore at the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong chief executive puts faith in trade ties
Thailand has the potential to be the economic hub of Asean and the main gateway to its neighbouring countries, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam (CLMV), said Hong Kong's chief executive. "I can see clearly the significant role of Thailand as a centre of ... ( read original story ...)
Visakhapatnam boy bags bronze in Hong Kong skating event
VISAKHAPATNAM: City skater Priyam Tated bagged the bronze medal in the junior category (age group of 13-19) during the Asian Open Figure Skating Trophy 2017 that was held in Hong Kong from August 2-5.Almost 16 countries from the world participated in the ... ( read original story ...)
Polar Seal launches campaign for heated garment
Created by French, Hong Kong based company Fillony, Polar Seal allows users to remain active and enjoy high performance sports without compromising style and comfort. It fits close to the body for efficient transmission of heat. “Most heated clothing is ... ( read original story ...)
Gov’t fears digital media may ‘protest’ rather than cover news if allowed into press events, watchdog chief says
Hong Kong Journalists Association Chairperson Chris Yeung says that the government is concerned that digital media platforms may protest, rather than cover news, if allowed into press conferences. The government has long-banned digital-only outlets from ... ( read original story ...)
Islamic State: Indonesian maids in Hong Kong backing terrorists, investigation finds
But IPAC says it was the war in Syria that has brought support for violent extremism to Hong Kong. "Muslims were interested in the conflict, and jihadi social media had some of the most detailed news," the report said. "They saw fighters as heroes and were ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan team gear up for final League of Legends showdown at e-sports festival, eyeing HK$300,000 prize
The last day of Hong Kong’s first e-sports festival will see professional gamers from Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan battle the winner of an earlier contest between Team China and Team North America, in a clash to be crowned kings of popular real-time ... ( read original story ...)
CFA Society NY & The Hong Kong Society of Financial Analysts Work Jointly to Expand Asset Owner Series Globally
CFA Society New York-formerly, the New York Society of Security Analysts (NYSSA)-and The Hong Kong Society of Financial Analysts Ltd. (HKFSA) today announced a unique collaborative plan to expand CFA Society New York's Asset Owner Series to Hong Kong. ( read original story ...)
The rapid rise of banking app Monzo: ‘Zuckerberg would turn up and talk about everything that went wrong’
Blomfield was born in Hong Kong to a father who managed large infrastructure projects ... For Blomfield, the goal is to “build a powerful financial control centre for a billion people around the world, a platform that gives people visibility and control ... ( read original story ...)
World stocks gain as investors asses economic data, earnings
RATES DOWN UNDER: Australia's central bank officials opted to leave interest rates unchanged ... 19,985.79 while South Korea's Kospi advanced 0.8 per cent to 2,422.96. Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 0.8 per cent to 27,540.23 and the Shanghai Composite ... ( read original story ...)
Probe on controversial statement against North Korea
the National Development Bank, the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, the People’s Bank and the Bank of Ceylon. A Government official said a decision on the bank or banks is now being made. PM wants blood reports within two hours Prime Minister ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong family keeps Ming tradition alive after 400 years in embroidery business
Entering the Gu family’s shop from the dusty streets of Wan Chai transports you into a world of intricately woven tapestries, exquisitely vibrant colours and unfathomably beautiful designs. Andy Gu Yu-lai, 37, spends his days amongst this profusion of ... ( read original story ...)
More travellers from Asia-Pacific region refused entry to Hong Kong amid heightened terrorism fears
Almost 14,000 people from across Asia and the Pacific region were refused entry to Hong Kong last year, with most of them told the purpose of their visit was “doubtful”. That figure has more than doubled in the past three years, according to official ... ( read original story ...)
Swire Pacific Chairman: Hong Kong’s Best Days Are Ahead
the local stock market unexpectedly became the top IPO generator in the world. The city has become a key trading hub for offshore renminbi (a special class of Chinese currency) as China has sought to assert its financial clout internationally. Hong Kong ... ( read original story ...)