ByteDance is in talks about a possible offshore listing of its short video app Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, in New York or Hong Kong, two people familiar with the matter said. The TikTok ... ( read original story ...)
World Insights: China improving Hong Kong’s electoral system conducive to local prosperity — overseas Chinese
meet the expectations of Hong Kong's business community, and will further promote the development of the region. Improving Hong Kong's electoral system from the national level helps ensure the ... ( read original story ...)
China Fintech Firm Falls 16% in Worst Hong Kong Debut Since 2018
Chinese fintech firm Bairong Inc. slumped on its debut in Hong Kong, the second listing in the financial hub this week to disappoint following a global selloff in China’s technology sector.Shares of ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Limits Public Information as China Exerts Control
(Bloomberg) -- Hong Kong institutions are further restricting public access to information, raising concerns over transparency as China increases its grip over the Asian financial hub. The most ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong fugitive Andy Li’s whereabouts remain a mystery after he fails to appear in court for national security law case
The whereabouts of wanted fugitive Andy Li Yu-hin remain unknown, nine days after he was sent back to Hong Kong from mainland China. According to prosecutors, Li, who faces three charges under the ... ( read original story ...)
Don’t doubt Hong Kong’s importance to China, say experts, as they outline strengths that can help country become global tech power
Panel outlines academic and scientific benefits city brings to table during high-powered webinar discussing country’s 14th five-year plan. But shortcomings also exposed with investment in technology ... ( read original story ...)
Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2021 awards put Hong Kong in the spotlight as the region’s leading gastronomic hub
Hong Kong--(Antara/Business Wire)- Hong Kong leads the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2021 list with 11 entries and The Chairman becoming the first Hong Kong restaurant to win top spot. Launched in 2009, ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Restricts Public Information as China Exerts Control
(Bloomberg) -- Hong Kong institutions are further restricting public access to information, raising concerns over transparency as China increases its grip over the Asian financial hub. The latest ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC launches Green Deposits to help SMEs fund sustainability projects
HSBC has enriched its suite of green finance solutions with the roll-out of Green Deposits for businesses in Hong Kong. Commercial customers, in particular SMEs, can now include the sustainability ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong domestic worker fired after cancer diagnosis dies
A Filipina who was sacked as a domestic worker in Hong Kong after being diagnosed with cancer -- a case that exposed the vulnerability of low-paid foreign workers -- has passed away, a friend ... ( read original story ...)
Hydrogen Plane Startup Boosted by Gates and Li Ka-shing Funds
A startup working to make hydrogen-powered airplanes raised $24.3 million from investors including funds backed by Bill Gates and Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks erase gains as China factory report revives policy tightening concerns
An upbeat Chinese manufacturing data keeps investors on the edge amid tightening concerns. The Hang Seng Index reverses early gains, keeping the benchmark stock index firmly for its first monthly loss ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese Fintech Firm Falls as Much as 13% in Hong Kong Debut
(Bloomberg) -- Chinese fintech firm Bairong Inc. slumped during its debut in Hong Kong, the second listing in the financial hub this week to disappoint following a global selloff in China’s technology ... ( read original story ...)
UK, US condemn China’s overhaul of Hong Kong elections
The United Kingdom and the United States have strongly condemned moves by China to further reduce political participation and representation in Hong Kong, as the territory announced a second delay to ... ( read original story ...)