Beijing’s top official overseeing Hong Kong affairs has stressed the city’s rule of law was built and upheld by the collective efforts of the entire judiciary and legal community, including “fearless” and “impartial” judges. Xia Baolong also ...
Tencent-Backed AI Drug Discovery Startup Xtalpi Rises In Hong Kong Debut
Left to right: Xtalpi cofounders Ma Jian, Wen Shuhao and Lai Lipeng attend the company’s IPO ceremony in Hong Kong on June 13, 2024. Shares of Xtalpi, a Shenzhen-based AI drug discovery startup, rose in its highly anticipated Hong Kong stock market debut ...
Princess Diana`s iconic wardrobe on display in Hong Kong
In a nostalgic display of fashion history, six outfits worn by Princess Diana are currently exhibited in Hong Kong, offering a glimpse into the style and elegance that defined her public appearances.
What It Takes to Win Hong Kong’s Dragon Boat Race, According to a Champion
This week, credit reporter Lorretta Chen recounts how her team beat Morgan Stanley to win this year’s Dragon Boat championship, while editor Soo Jin Kim checks out the newly renovated Fish Bar in the ...
Hong Kong’s leader says bold tourism ideas welcome but must be practical
John Lee tells lawmakers that imaginative ways to lure tourists to city are needed, but logistics must be feasible.
Hong Kong choosing gas over wind power turns net zero hopes to hot air
If Hong Kong wants to meet its net zero goal by 2050, it needs a renewable energy plan that doesn’t rely on natural gas for decarbonisation.
US sanctions Hong Kong, UAE firms for dealing with Russian gold
The United States imposed sanctions on Wednesday on several Hong Kong firms, including VPower Finance Security, for aiding trade in gold produced by an already sanctioned Russian miner, the U.S.
1984: Britain signs over Hong Kong to China
The British colony of Hong Kong is to be returned to China in 1997 after the signing of an historic agreement.
Hong Kong issues first amber heat warning of year, workers urged to beware of heatstroke
Mercury hits at least 32 degrees in some places, with outdoor staff advised to stop working for 15 to 45 minutes every hour under guidelines.
Hong Kong invokes a new law to cancel passports of 6 overseas-based activists, including Nathan Law
The Hong Kong government has canceled the passports of six overseas-based activists under the new national security law, stepping up its crackdown on dissidents who moved abroad ...
Hong Kong uses new national security law against exiled activists
Hong Kong's Security Bureau said on Wednesday it would use powers in a new national security law against six self-exiled activists residing in Britain, including cancelling their passports, after they ...
Hong Kong invokes new law to cancel passports of 6 overseas-based activists, including Nathan Law
The Hong Kong government has canceled the passports of six overseas-based activists under the new national security law, stepping up its crackdown on dissidents who moved overseas
Hong Kong will roll out freebies and discounts on dining, transport and more on July 1
A slew of Hong Kong discounts and freebies will be available as part of festivities on July 1 ranging from transport to recreation offers.
The sceptics say Hong Kong is over. China’s trajectory says otherwise
Economist Stephen Roach’s comment that “Hong Kong is over” has sparked renewed discussion about the city’s future. His views are part of a broader trend in recent years that consistently underestimates China’s potential. While these opinions are ...