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The "Greater Bay Area" refers to the Chinese government's scheme to link the cities of Hong Kong, Macau, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Zhongshan, Dongguan, Huizhou, Jiangmen and Zhaoqing into an integrated economic and business hub.
A drone designed to deliver packages is on display at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology on March 25. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Low-altitude economy can soar if Hong Kong plays to its strengths

The city can leverage its R&D capabilities and regional connectivity while catching up on infrastructure and policy guidance – and act fast.

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Northern Metropolis

Opinion | Hong Kong must show why Northern Metropolis isn’t just another tech hub

Hong Kong politics

Beijing urges Swire Group to help boost Hong Kong’s aviation hub status

Family offices

Hong Kong thrives on low-tax regime and active capital market, family office says

Hong Kong’s low tax regime, good education and healthcare systems are plus points in attracting family offices, investor says.

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Hong Kong has selling points that help extend its lead over Singapoe, Tokyo. Photo: Jelly Tse
Insurance

Exclusive | China’s Ping An is eyeing a bigger slice of Hong Kong’s insurance market

The insurer is weighing different entry strategies that include applying for a new licence, partnerships and acquisitions.

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Banking & finance

StanChart eyes 5 wealth hubs in Hong Kong to appeal to ‘new money’

The next wealth management centre will open in Central later this year, while the bank scouts for new locations in the city.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong’s sporting dream needs the support of private enterprise

Support from the government and sports associations must be combined with collaboration with big sporting corporations to tap their expertise.

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Kai Tak Sports stadium is seen in the background during the Kai Tak Flying Run on March 16. Hong Kong’s bid to develop a serious sporting industry is a marathon, not a sprint. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong, Macau residents can apply for temporary mainland travel permits via app

Anyone who loses their standard travel permit on the mainland but needs to catch a train or plane will no longer have to visit public security authorities.

Artificial intelligence

Chinese AI firms turn to Hong Kong as gateway to global markets

Executives from several companies expressed confidence in Hong Kong’s growing role in supporting China’s AI development.

Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong Jockey Club partners with China Travel Service to boost racing tourism

Partnership aims to promote the city as the ‘events capital of Asia’ and highlight equestrian sport in the Greater Bay Area.

Crowds look on during raceday at Sha Tin Racecourse. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s Greater Bay Airlines to launch routes to Zhangjiajie, Guilin

Carrier’s expansion, bringing mainland destinations to five, follows setback earlier this year when more than 100 flights were cancelled.

Tourists visit the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Photo: Xinhua
China's economic recovery

China’s Xi Jinping calls for economic transition on Guizhou visit

On his first inspection tour since the national legislative session, China’s president said the relatively underdeveloped province should build ties with other regions.

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Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong urged to make Northern Metropolis ‘special zone’ to speed up work

Starry Lee, city’s sole delegate to nation’s top legislative body, points to slow pace of construction in project at the border.

Hong Kong sports

Issues to fix for National Games cross-border races, says Hong Kong official

Trial runs for road cycling and marathon found communication gaps between Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Shenzhen, office chief says.

Athletes are cheered on during a marathon test event in February. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong multi-entry scheme ‘likely to cover more mainland cities this year’

Starry Lee calls for Beijing and Shanghai to be included in scheme granting unlimited trips to Shenzhen residents.

Tourists visit Victoria Harbour in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Dickson Lee
Two Sessions 2025

Editorial | Opportunities knock for Hong Kong with role in national development

City’s unique strengths mean it can take lead on international cooperation and exchanges while also benefiting from Beijing’s economic moves.

Hong Kong society

Letters | 5 ways Hong Kong would benefit from a universal pension scheme

Readers discuss why the city should invest in social infrastructure, the advantage of shorter working hours, and the HK$2 fare concession.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong must avoid jumping on AI bandwagon and focus on what it does best

Amid budget constraints, the city should gear research and innovation towards sectors where it has an advantage rather than follow trends.

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Two Sessions 2025

Hong Kong must seize benefits of ‘one country, two systems’ model: Zheng Yanxiong

Grasp similarities and differences with mainland and capitalise on institutional advantages, head of Beijing’s liaison office in Hong Kong says.

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Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong urged to focus on development while safeguarding national security

Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang praises Hong Kong for political and economic ‘breakthroughs’ over the past year.

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Two Sessions 2025

Guangdong eyes industry modernisation with economic crown on the line

Guangdong aspires to be the vanguard of China’s technological and industrial innovation, the province’s top official says.

The economic output of Guangdong has ranked first in the country for 36 consecutive years. Photo: Xinhua
Two Sessions 2025

Xi Jinping makes tech and private sector appeal on ‘two sessions’ sidelines

The president tells Jiangsu deputies that the powerhouse province should lead the way in future industries and regional cooperation.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping urges Jiangsu deputies to live up to the promises made to the private sector. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong economy

Letters | Hong Kong must bridge gaps hindering its innovation hub ambitions

Readers discuss steps the city can take to foster collaboration on innovation, and the HK$2 transport fare concession scheme.

Two Sessions 2025

‘Two sessions’ 2025: call for Hong Kong to tap global role and seize 5 key ideas

Chinese Premier Li Qiang stresses Hong Kong’s role in connecting nation with rest of world, while liaison office director lists critical ideas city should grasp.

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Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s global gateway role ‘irreplaceable’, nation’s top legislature says

Beijing will offer more support for city’s participation in bay area development, NPC spokesman Lou Qinjian says.

Lou Qinjian, spokesman for the National People’s Congress, has said Hong Kong is an important window for the nation’s opening up. Photo: Xinhua
Banking & finance

Standard Chartered to open sixth Hong Kong wealth centre, increase headcount

Hong Kong is a key market for the bank to achieve its goal of accumulating US$200 billion of net new money in the next five years.

Mary Huen, Standard Chartered’s CEO for Hong Kong, Greater China and North Asia, is cautiously optimistic about the bank’s growth in the city this year. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong

Editorial | Delay to revised Hong Kong fares scheme a setback for city with AI ambitions

Hong Kong stored-value card, once considered cutting edge, blamed for 18-month wait on transport subsidy changes.

Hong Kong budget 2025-26

Hong Kong boundary fee study will look at impact on travellers and traffic

Boundary facilities fee for private cars among proposals in budget to increase revenue to fix deficit.

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