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HKUST school means business

It's good news – and a little bit of bad – for Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Business School. (read the story…) Related items Hong Kong University Of Science And Technology Top 2011 Asian University Rankings En+ Eyes Hong Kong IPO 16. eBay eyes new investments in China, Japan Asian markets cautiously...

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Artificial Life Releases App Toys With WowWee

HONG KONG — Artificial Life, Inc. (OTCPK:ALIF.PK – News), a Hong Kong based investment company, today announced upcoming release of app toys developed with WowWee Group Limited under the brand AppGear(TM). (read the story…) Related items Artificial Life Sues KPMG Hong Kong for Damage Exceeding US$ 100 million CIC, Sinopec among investors in oil...

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PHL economy slowed down in 2011 – NSCB

The Philippine economy grew to a slower place at 3.7 percent in 2011, the first full year of President Benigno Aquino III’s administration, compared to 7.6 percent in 2010, according to the latest government data released Monday. (read the story…) Related items Hong Kong’s e-economy booming: Google PHL govt pins underspending, euro debt, sluggish...

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Hong Kong May Hand out $5.2 Billion in Budget as Slowdown Bites

Hong Kong Financial Secretary John Tsang may hand out as much as HK$40 billion ($5.2 billion) in his last budget tomorrow, from tax rebates to property-rate waivers, as an economic slowdown starts to bite. (read the story…) Related items Hong Kong May Hand Out $5.2 Billion in Budget Amid Slowdown H.K. May Hand Out...

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Apple testing iPhone 4S 'lottery' reservation system in Hong Kong

If you want to buy an iPhone 4S in Hong Kong, you might have to enter a lottery–for reservations that is. Apple is testing a new system in its retail store where you can essentially win a chance to buy a phone. (read the story…) Related items Samsung, Google unveil phone for revamped Android...

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H.K. May Hand Out $5.2B in Budget on Slowdown

Hong Kong Financial Secretary John Tsang may hand out as much as HK$40 billion ($5.2 billion) in his last budget tomorrow, from tax rebates to property-rate waivers, as an economic slowdown starts to bite. (read the story…) Related items Hong Kong May Hand Out $5.2 Billion in Budget Amid Slowdown Hong Kong May Hand...

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The Chinese challengers to Sotheby's and Christie's

Sotheby's and Christie's face new Chinese rivals (read the story…) Related items China loosens grip on yuan Hong Kong Plans $10 Billion Boost to Economy as Growth Cools Hong Kong May Hand Out $5.2 Billion in Budget Amid Slowdown Hong Kong May Hand out $5.2 Billion in Budget as Slowdown Bites Asian stocks firmer...

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PHL govt pins underspending, euro debt, sluggish US economy on slower 3.7% GDP

The Philippine economy grew at slower-than-expected 3.7 percent last year, weighed down by government underspending, the continuing euro debt crisis, and the sluggish US economic recovery, the National Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB) reported Monday. (read the story…) Related items PHL economy slowed down in 2011 – NSCB Volkswagen’s 2011 China, Hong Kong Sales Rise...

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Asia Private Equity Weekly News, January 30, 2011

HONG KONG, Jan 30 (Reuters) – News and developments inAsia private equity from Reuters News for Lunar New Year and theweek ending January 27. JANUARY 27 INDIAN CONSUMER products maker Jyothy Laboratories … (read the story…) Related items Asia Private Equity Weekly News, Dec 19, 2011 Major fund industry news in Asia for week...

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Video: Hong Kong's Version Of "Subway Spaghetti" Fight

In the wake of some optimistic NY lawmakers' proposed bill to ban food on subways , we thought we'd share the video that's been sparking tensions between Hong Kong residents and mainland Chinese visitors . While it's not as knockdown and drag-out as the infamous NYC subway spaghetti fight , it does get pretty...

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