Hong Kong poultry sellers have called for financial support from the government to introduce better facilities to separate consumers and live chickens in wet markets amid the threat of bird flu. This came as the government launched a two-month public ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong ‘dream machine’ explores a culture’s tension, uncertain future
Hong Kong is much more than one of the world’s most recognized metropolises. The city, whose name translates as “Fragrant Harbour,” has played an essential role in the rise of global trade and finance. As a former British colony, it became a gateway ... ( read original story ...)
Deloitte, HKMA to develop blockchain PoC for trade finance in Honk Kong
Deloitte, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), and large trade finance banks in Hong Kong have teamed up to developed a distributed ledger technology (DLT) proof of concept for trade finance. Participant financial institutions include Bank of China ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong tech start-up Kami is named ‘most investible company' by Belfast accelerator StartPlanetNI
A BELFAST-nurtured Hong Kong-led tech start-up that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create literate machines has been named ‘most investible company' following a three-month business accelerator programme at StartPlanetNI. Entrepreneurs Alex Cheung ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong shares turn lower by noon as financials dip
HONG KONG (Nikkei Markets) -- Hong Kong shares retreated following a choppy trading session, as losses by Chinese banks overshadowed advances by mainland infrastructure companies after authorities announced plans for a new economic zone. The Hang Seng ... ( read original story ...)
‘Pink Star’ diamond sells for record $71.2 million in Hong Kong after failed auction three years ago
HONG KONG — A stunning 59.6 carat diamond known as the “Pink Star” sold for $71.2 million at a Sotheby’s auction Tuesday in Hong Kong, setting a new world record for any diamond or jewel, according to the auction house. The oval mixed-cut diamond ... ( read original story ...)
A slice of luxury: Hong Kong's high-end fruit fad
It might be a healthy food choice, but Hong Kong's latest fruit fad is doing serious damage to shoppers' wallets. From luxury supermarkets to outdoor stalls, expensive premium produce is increasingly on show and sought after by customers. At Hong Kong's ... ( read original story ...)
Pink diamond auctioned for record US$71.2M in Hong Kong
HONG KONG -- A stunning 59.6 carat diamond known as the "Pink Star" sold for $71.2 million at a Sotheby's auction Tuesday in Hong Kong, setting a new world record for any diamond or jewel, according to the auction house. The oval mixed-cut diamond smashed ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Sevens: Ultimate Guide to the feature world series event
AUSTRALIA’S men’s coach Andy Friend has made three changes to his squad for this week’s Hong Kong Sevens after finishing seventh in Vancouver. Veteran Ed Jenkins will become the first Australian to play in 50 world series tournaments while Boyd ... ( read original story ...)
Pink diamond fetches record $71.2M in Hong Kong auction
A stunning 59.6 carat diamond known as the "Pink Star" sold for $71.2 million at a Sotheby's auction Tuesday in Hong Kong, setting a new world record for any diamond or jewel, according to the auction house. The oval mixed-cut diamond smashed the $60 ... ( read original story ...)
BOC Hong Kong : China exploring more investment opportunities in ASEAN
Ninety-five Chinese investors will attend the 12th ASEAN FINANCE Ministers' Investors Seminar (AFMIS)in Cebu on Thursday to explore more business opportunities in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philipines. Bank of China (BOC), the world's fourth ... ( read original story ...)
Pink Star diamond sets new world record in Hong Kong
These are external links and will open in a new window A rare diamond known as the Pink Star has been sold in Hong Kong for more than $71m (£57m), setting a new world record for any gemstone at auction. The oval-shaped 59.6 carat stone was bought after ... ( read original story ...)
Pink diamond auctioned for record US$71.2 million in Hong Kong
HONG KONG -- A stunning 59.6 carat diamond known as the "Pink Star" sold for US$71.2 million at a Sotheby's auction Tuesday in Hong Kong, setting a new world record for any diamond or jewel, according to the auction house. The oval mixed-cut diamond ... ( read original story ...)
BSE’s Ashish Chauhan sees Modi’s ambitious project GIFT City becoming India’s Hong Kong
GIFT City is likely to help attract trillions of dollars of investment into India, says top exchange BSE's CEO Ashish Chauhan who envisions Hong Kong like model for India's first global financial services centre. ( read original story ...)