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Hong Kong economy

Another 17 firms to set up offices in Hong Kong under push to develop I&T sector

Financial Secretary Paul Chan also says city will need to be fully prepared for effects on global economy brought about by US presidential election.

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Celebrity weight-loss drug gets nod in Hong Kong but experts warn over use

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Exclusive | Dominican Republic can help Hong Kong connect with Latin America, envoy says

10 Nov 2024 - 9:53AM

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs urges tycoons to bid on long-term projects

Real estate companies have been asked to support city by bidding on projects related to mega developments such as Northern Metropolis, minister says.

9 Nov 2024 - 9:00PM

Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, meets business leaders in Shenzhen on Friday. Photo: Handout

Hypefest draws crowds and vendors in Hong Kong debut despite typhoon threat

Organisers are expecting 30,000 attendees for the two-day music festival along Central Harbourfront.

9 Nov 2024 - 7:58PM

Businessman behind Hong Kong’s Tim Ho Wan growth says crucial to retain founders

Robert Chua looks back over his career in Hong Kong, including time at TVB, and reveals mixed emotions over Jollibee’s acquisition of dim sum chain.

9 Nov 2024 - 10:26PMvideocam

Hong Kong to deploy tens of thousands to test crowd control at Kai Tak stadium

Chief Secretary Eric Chan says civil servants will disperse from stadium and walk to nearby MTR stations to check how crowds flow out of venue.

9 Nov 2024 - 5:20PM

Kai Tak Sports Park is scheduled to officially open in March next year. Photo: Jelly Tse

How walkable is Hong Kong’s new Kai Tak Stadium?

9 Nov 2024 - 8:00AM

Editorial | With right safeguards low-altitude economy can take off for Hong Kong

As drone deliveries and air taxis lead the way in mainland China, city is also planning to reach for the skies.

9 Nov 2024 - 6:15AM

Xia Baolong says US containment to continue as he meets Hong Kong tycoons

Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office head meets real estate tycoons and tells them to ‘recognise their responsibilities’.

9 Nov 2024 - 12:48AMvideocam

Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, at the meeting in Shenzhen on Friday. Photo: Handout

Legal challenge against planned Hong Kong tech hub could be put on hold

Judicial review applicant says he has not received final decision from Legal Aid Department on whether cost of action will be covered.

8 Nov 2024 - 4:41PM

San Tin has been earmarked for a tech hub. Photo: Eugene Lee

Letters | Better IP protection will fire up Hong Kong’s creative industries

Readers discuss the government’s moves to recognise creative property rights and address livelihood and community concerns.

8 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM

Panda Watch: Hong Kong cubs near 3-month mark, more playful antics ahead

Ocean Park says pandas entering crucial stage of development in which they will become more active and explore their surroundings.

8 Nov 2024 - 1:23PM

Will it be a case of when, not if, Trump closes Hong Kong trade offices in US?

Bill allowing president to close city’s trade missions has passed House and could become tool for Trump to negotiate with China, experts say.

8 Nov 2024 - 2:14PM

Experts have said that Donald Trump may use his power to shut down the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong’s base interest rate drops to 5% in second cut

Together with the half-percentage-point cut in September, Hong Kong’s key rate has now fallen back to February 2023’s level.

8 Nov 2024 - 11:06AM

View of Hong Kong from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) headquarters at IFC in Central district on October 9, 2024. Photo: May Tse

Japanese officials in talks with Hong Kong over city’s seafood ban: envoy

Kenichi Okada, country’s consul general in Hong Kong, urges action over ban during inaugural exhibition on sushi.

7 Nov 2024 - 6:37PM

Hong Kong’s liquor tax cut boosts interest among patrons at wine and spirits fair

Merchants at event say recent levy cut for liquors with import price of more than HK$200 has encouraged them to bring out pricier wares.

7 Nov 2024 - 6:40PM

Hong Kong’s Ocean Park to mark panda cubs’ 100th day with local delicacy giveaway

Festivities to be held on November 23 and 24, coinciding with reopening of some giant panda attractions.

7 Nov 2024 - 5:17PM

Ocean Park is celebrating the 100th day milestone of its home-grown panda cubs. Photo: Handout

Letters | How Hong Kong can become Asia’s world city for students

Readers discuss how to bolster the ‘Study in Hong Kong’ brand, Leung Chun-ying’s warning of housing oversupply, and a potential iconic tourist draw for Hong Kong.

7 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM

Opinion | How Hong Kong can set a bold example on biodiversity protection

A nature-inclusive Hong Kong would attract talent and investment. The city’s government must mainstream biodiversity across sectors.

7 Nov 2024 - 11:25AMvideocam

Jollibee parent fully acquires Hong Kong’s famed Tim Ho Wan dim sum chain

Jollibee Food Corporation buys remaining 8 per cent stake in company for S$20.2 million.

7 Nov 2024 - 7:24PM

Hong Kong’s newest border checkpoint can handle big crowds, security chief says

Security chief Chris Tang tells lawmakers that Heung Yuen Wai crossing handles an average of 70,000 passenger trips per day.

6 Nov 2024 - 9:01PM

The Heung Yuen Wai border crossing opened for passengers last year. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong’s John Lee confident over Shanghai ties, says focus on economy

Chief executive wraps up three-day visit to mainland China for world-leading expo, with deals signed to bring more companies to city.

6 Nov 2024 - 8:12PM

Concert by Hong Kong’s Mirror, Collar to be held at Kai Tak Sports Park

Thai acts Scrubb, Serious Bacon, Atlas among others who will join Cantopop groups in trial event for audience of 5,000 on December 20.

6 Nov 2024 - 7:23PM

Hong Kong should open up routes, not worry about airport overcapacity: experts

Heads of Airport Authority committee and logistics association say current figures for air traffic less important than city’s longer term goals.

6 Nov 2024 - 2:04PM

The three-runway system at Hong Kong International Airport will begin operations on November 28. Photo: Sam Tsang

Letters | Asean must ditch neutrality and stand up for rule of law

Readers discuss Asean’s challenge to remain relevant, a Hong Kong company’s celebration of the panda cubs, and how John Lee compares with past leaders.

6 Nov 2024 - 11:30AM

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet (from left), Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, and Laotian Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone applaud after a group photo during the 2nd Asia Zero Emission Community Leaders Meeting on the sidelines of the Asean Summit in Vientiane, Laos, on October 11. Photo: AP

Opinion | For Kai Tak Sports Park, is the missing piece a football home team?

Rather than worry about how to get people home after an event, Hong Kong must figure out how to attract loyal crowds to the new stadium.

6 Nov 2024 - 9:30AMvideocam

Flying over Hong Kong in passenger drones? Firm says just waiting on approval

Subsidiary of Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings seeking first-mover advantage with fleet of 30 uncrewed drones undergoing test flights over border.

6 Nov 2024 - 8:25PM

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15 October, 2024