Hong Kong stocks traded on Wednesday morning, in line with Asian equities and buoyant US markets overnight. The Hang Seng Index opened up 0.5 per cent ... saw strong trading with Industrial Commercial Bank of China gaining 1.2 per cent to HK$5.1, China ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong shoebox, coffin homes a challenge for new leader
The reality is a one-room "shoebox" cubicle, one of five partitioned out of a small apartment in an aging walkup in a working class Hong Kong neighborhood. Into the 120-square foot room are crammed a bunk bed, small couch, fridge, washing machine and tiny ... ( read original story ...)
Business News: mcgarrybowen Hong Kong names business director
JWT Hong Kong’s Ruby Lee has joined mcgarrybowen Hong Kong as business director. Lee has over 20 years experience in advertising and worked with clients like HSBC, Coca Cola, P&G, CSL, SONY and adidas. JWT Hong Kong’s Ruby Lee has joined mcgarrybowen ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks rise to 21-month high as resource shares rebound
The Hang Seng index rose 1.3 per cent, to 24,889.03, while the China Enterprises Index gained 1.5 per cent, to 10,128.99 points. Hong Kong bucked the trend in most Asian markets on Tuesday, as investors searched for the next catalyst following France's ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong hospital that treated liver recipient violated protocol in reporting medical blunder late, lawmakers claim
A Hong Kong public hospital has violated protocol in reporting a serious medical blunder after it was revealed how lapses by two doctors led to a mother’s failing health, a patients’ group and several lawmakers said on Tuesday. They lashed out against ... ( read original story ...)
China official lauds Macau security law in hint to Hong Kong
China's No. 3 official lauded Macau's anti-subversion legislation during a visit to the city Tuesday in a message that appeared aimed at nearby Hong Kong. Similar legislation proposed there has stalled because of opposition from pro-democracy supporters. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong should up its fintech game to remain relevant: council
The financial services industry makes up about a fifth of Hong Kong's economy and employs six percent of its workforce, making it critical for the city to keep up with fintech. The Financial Services Development Council (FSDC), which was set up by the ... ( read original story ...)
mcgarrybowen Hong Kong names business director
JWT Hong Kong’s Ruby Lee has joined mcgarrybowen Hong Kong as business director. Lee has over 20 years experience in advertising and worked with clients like HSBC, Coca Cola, P&G, CSL, SONY and adidas. In her new role, she will be working to strengthen ... ( read original story ...)
Startup Gets Thumbs-up from Alibaba’s HK Entrepreneurs Fund
Ready to Grow With its creative idea and potential to grow, Origami Labs took home US$120,000 in Asia’s first “Elevator World Tour” last October – a startup pitching competition organized by Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation and ... ( read original story ...)
Hitting the road: Hong Kong businesses gear up for opportunities along Asia’s new Silk Route
Hong Kong businesses are looking to exploit opportunities along the “belt and road” corridor following the city’s inclusion in March as a member of a key China-led investment bank funding projects along Asia’s new Silk Road trading route. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong customs smash drug syndicate in 131kg cannabis seizure
Hong Kong customs officials have smashed a suspected drug syndicate, in the city’s fourth multimillion-dollar seizure of cannabis this year. Officers raided a property in Tsuen Wan where they uncovered 131kg of suspected cannabis buds worth HK$21.5 ... ( read original story ...)
Former top Hong Kong official and property tycoon appeal landmark graft conviction
HONG KONG A former senior Hong Kong official and a billionaire property tycoon arrived in court on Tuesday to appeal against a corruption charge more than two years after they were jailed in one of the city's most high profile corruption cases. Rafael Hui ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong 'keen on investment'
Mr Lo said the May 8-9 visit by investors reflects the intentions for concrete investment and a desire to cooperate both with the Thai government and business partners. "Many investors from Hong Kong have already invested in Thailand, but some really want ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s No 2 official pledges to safeguard media freedom
Cheung was addressing the 2016 Hong Kong News Awards on Monday, at which the South China Morning Post scooped 10 prizes. He also promised: “[The government] will continue to partner with the press and the media to make Hong Kong flourish and thrive.” ( read original story ...)