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A banner for the Apec meeting displayed at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Photo: Sam Tsang
Having Hong Kong host the Apec finance minister's meeting is a deliberate move by Beijing to boost the city’s status as an offshore renminbi hub. Photo: Silvia Siu
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Why is Hong Kong hosting the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting? There is another agenda

Decision for Hong Kong to host this week’s meeting is part of a broader strategy to bolster the city’s standing as an offshore renminbi hub, experts say.

Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong’s revamped Huanggang Port quiet ahead of expected holiday rush

Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Hong Kong touts key advantages over London in bid to become global gold hub

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Hong Kong aims for share of HK$350 billion yacht industry as travel scheme opens

Senior official signals more measures to boost share of global yacht industry as first mainland Chinese vessel enters Hong Kong under southbound scheme.

There are more than 90 super yachts exceeding 30 metres in Hong Kong and the government will roll out more measures to boost the yacht economy, according to deputy finance chief Michael Wong. Photo: Kit Lai
Deputy finance chief Michael Wong (centre), transport chief Mable Chan (front row, fourth from right) and other officials and guests at the launch of the scheme. Photo: Kit Lai
The Lantau Yacht Club in Discovery Bay, Lantau Island. Photo: Kit Lai
Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Alo rakes in record HK$20 million in first-week sales at Hong Kong mall

US brand’s flagship records highest first-week sales among new stores at K11 Musea, excluding jewellery and watch retailers.

Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Hong Kong to carry out 24-hour patrols near Apec meeting venue and delegate hotels

Hundreds of officers to patrol Wan Chai around the clock as delegates begin arriving for finance ministers’ meeting.

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John Lee policy address 2026

Tapping into tech and talent

Hong Kong’s first five-year plan lays out its aim to become a global innovation centre by developing technology parks and promoting industrialisation.

Tapping into tech and talent
John Lee policy address 2026

Sharpening the city’s edge

Hong Kong’s first five-year plan sets a goal of doubling down on the city’s core advantages under a ‘four centres, one hub’ strategy.

Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Hong Kong Apec meet to showcase ‘China’s voice’ in stability, treasury chief says

Finance chiefs will see China’s contribution to regional stability and Hong Kong’s value during October 20-21 meeting, Christopher Hui says.

Wealth management

Hong Kong emerges as third best philanthropy hub, behind New York, Seoul: study

Altrata report highlights Hong Kong’s wealth infrastructure and growing culture of structured giving.

An established culture of family philanthropy is evolving through more formal giving opportunities in Hong Kong, according to the report. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong transport

1,000 Hongkongers to ride Baidu’s autonomous vehicles in city-first public trial

Baidu’s Apollo platform will offer free rides to Tung Chung residents from October 21 to November 3, as company seeks public feedback.

Each vehicle will have a backup operator with an average of 10 years’ driving experience and at least 100 hours of autonomous driving training, according to Baidu. Photo: Karma Lo
Each vehicle will have a backup operator with an average of 10 years’ driving experience and at least 100 hours of autonomous driving training, according to Baidu. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong tourism

5 Guangdong-registered yachts set to enter Hong Kong as southbound scheme starts

Marine chief Wong Sai-fat pledges to step up patrols while dismissing concerns over possible harm to marine ecology, as yachts set to arrive on Friday.

Hong Kong science and tech

Hong Kong’s San Tin tech hub operator vows affordable land to lure tenants

Hub operator also considers redeveloping fish ponds near Lok Ma Chau for a client needing more than 20 hectares.

Hong Kong economy

In Focus | Why did Hong Kong’s 11 Skies fail and can the megaproject be rescued?

As New World Development returns control of the struggling project to the Airport Authority, experts examine the legal and economic ramifications.

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Hong Kong economy

Taiwanese finance minister plans to join Apec meeting in Hong Kong

Taiwan’s Chuang Tsui-yun says she intends to take part in meeting, where Chinese finance chief is due to deliver opening speech.

Pedestrians in Central walk past an advertisment for the coming summit. Photo: Karma Lo
Pedestrians in Central walk past an advertisment for the coming summit. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong renews TV station licences with push for ‘telling good stories’

Licences will run until 2039 for HK Television Entertainment and TVB, and until 2040 for i-Cable Hoy.

Hong Kong tourism

‘Everyone wants to make history’: revamped Huanggang Port opens to brisk business

Travel agencies launch special tours as retailers welcome more customers at the 24-hour border checkpoint.

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Exclusive | China’s finance minister to deliver opening speech at Apec meeting in Hong Kong

Draft agenda shows Lan Foan will address finance ministers at the meeting as IMF, World Bank and Asian development lenders present economic outlooks and policy proposals.

The Apec finance ministers' meeting will take place on October 20 and 21 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Photo: Karma Lo
The Apec finance ministers' meeting will take place on October 20 and 21 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Photo: Karma Lo
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Hong Kong can boost regional prosperity through ‘soft connectivity’: adviser

Hong Kong is transforming itself into the region’s institutional ‘harbour’, a key adviser to the city’s leader tells forum.

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Selfies, queues and confusion, but Huanggang Port’s wow factor shines through

Motorists using checkpoint said border clearance took longer than expected, while building’s spaciousness and design impressed travellers.

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Hong Kong electronics fairs to showcase 120 robots as firms aim to expand AI use

Hong Kong Electronics Fair and electronicAsia will bring together more than 3,200 exhibitors from 15 countries and regions.

Exhibitors demonstrate their products during a media preview ahead of the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia opening. Photo: Sam Tsang
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Huanggang Port a milestone for connecting Hong Kong, Greater Bay Area: John Lee

Countdown to launch of facility begins as city leader says crossing is part of Hong Kong’s efforts to align with national development strategy.

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The redeveloped Huanggang Port, seen from Shenzhen’s Futian district. Photo: Kit Lai
The redeveloped Huanggang Port, seen from Shenzhen’s Futian district. Photo: Kit Lai
Hong Kong economy

Paul Chan highlights 4 priorities of Apec finance ministers’ meeting this month

Hong Kong finance chief says focus will be on fiscal policies that support livelihoods, digital infrastructure financing, inclusive finance and young talent.

Hong Kong economy

Worker prospects in hair, beauty sector not cut and dried amid staff shortages

Despite 4.9 per cent vacancy rate, salons in Hong Kong face hiring challenges as many do not see hair and beauty care as rewarding career path.

Hong Kong property

DFI Retail Group says it will continue to invest in Hong Kong supermarkets

Owner of Wellcome, Market Place, 3hreesixty and Oliver’s chains operates a network of more than 325 stores.

People shop at a Wellcome supermarket in Causeway Bay. Photo: Jelly Tse
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