WHENEVER I travel to the Asia-Pacific (Apac) region, I am reminded of both its growing importance to the global economy and its pivotal role in helping the world achieve nett zero carbon emissions.
China’s REPT Battero shares rise 5% in Hong Kong trading debut
Hong Kong's broader Hang Seng Index was down 0.9 per cent early on Monday. REPT was the latest in a string of Hong Kong IPOs to price at the lower end of the band because of weak investor demand.
Belts may have to be tightened, Hong Kong’s finance chief Paul Chan warns as public consultation on next year’s budget begins
Paul Chan says deficit expected to be just over HK$100 billion, much higher than HK$57 billion suggested earlier.
Hong Kong’s cash-for-residency scheme can attract more family offices as it vies with Singapore, industry players say
Family office operators say many of their customers have shown an interest in the soon-to-launch migration scheme, particularly those from mainland China.
US Calls For Release Of Hong Kong Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai Ahead Of Trial Start
The United States on Sunday called for the immediate release of Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai, shortly before he was to stand trial in the Chinese city on national security charges ...
Pessimism abounds in Hong Kong’s property market even as interest-rate outlook improves
Hong Kong may have seen the last of the interest rate hikes in the current tightening cycle, but analysts warn this may not prevent property prices from slipping further.
Hong Kong luxury retailers adjusting to drop in high-spending Chinese tourists
Hong Kong's luxury retailers are adapting to fewer wealthy Chinese shoppers visiting the city and a shift towards tourists flocking to Instagram-coveted spots in trendy districts rather than splashing ...
Britain calls for Jimmy Lai’s release as Hong Kong trial begins
Britain called for Hong Kong to release Jimmy Lai ahead of the trial of the leading China critic and media tycoon on charges he colluded with foreign forces, including the United States.
Jailed Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai faces his biggest trial yet
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, known for his support of the city’s pro-democracy movement and criticism of China’s leaders, turned 76 behind bars in a maximum security prison earlier this month.
Witness against Hong Kong media mogul was mistreated, Post examination finds
and eventually to Andy Li’s personal bank account in Hong Kong, according to court documents. Simon was then the group director for Next Digital, Apple Daily’s parent company. Supporting the ...
Hong Kong’s Urban Renewal Authority expects HK$1.5 billion loss on project at prime residential site
Loss predicted at Shing Tak Street project in Ma Tau Wai, where Sino Land-led consortium won right to develop plot with HK$1.93 billion bid.
Jimmy Lai set for start of ‘show trial’ under Hong Kong national security laws
Experts see trial as key test of workings of Beijing’s controversial national security legislation, as well as the city’s supposed judicial independence ...
Hong Kong care facility for disabled people to open this month, as government pledges to increase subsidised service spots
Number of subsidised service places for disabled will be raised by 10 per cent to 38,800 in 2026-27, according to deputy director of social welfare Alex Wong.
Belts will have to be tightened, Hong Kong’s finance chief Paul Chan warns as public consultation on next year’s budget opens
Financial Secretary Paul Chan says city expected to remain in the red next year as economic growth slows because of world trends.