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Kuwait
The latest news, analysis and opinion on Kuwait. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
Capital
Kuwait City
Head of State
Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah
Head of Government
Prime Minister Ahmad Abdullah Al-Sabah
The ongoing trade war is expected to hit Hong Kong’s exports in the second half. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong should look to Africa, South America for new markets: trade body head

Trade Development Council chairman Frederick Ma says he expects Hong Kong’s exports in the second half of the year to be weaker.

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Asean

Asian Angle | Are migrant workers the real glue cementing Asean-GCC ties?

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Middle East

US bases in the Middle East under threat as Iran vows retaliation

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Middle East

Gulf states urge maximum restraint following US strikes on Iran

Home to multiple US military bases, Gulf leaders called for maximum restraint as strikes on Iran raise the possibility of wider war.

US President Donald Trump attends the Saudi-US Investment Forum, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on May 13. Photo: Reuters
China's economic recovery

China records bumper capital inflow as Gulf investors hedge against US

China saw a US$33 billion capital inflow in May, as investors seek a safe haven and reduce their US exposure amid rising global instability.

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China travel

Explainer | 5 ways to enter mainland China without a visa

China has rapidly expanded its visa-free entry schemes in recent years to boost its tourism sector. Here is how the systems work.

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Banking & finance

Hong Kong virtual insurer OneDegree seeks greater Middle East growth

Co-founder attributes company’s success to its ‘cybersecurity technology and comprehensive underwriting framework’.

Alvin Kwock Yin-lun, co-founder of online insurer OneDegree. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

InvestHK pivots to support Hong Kong start-ups’ global growth

After 25 years promoting the city as an investment destination, InvestHK is now championing Hong Kong companies’ overseas expansion.

China travel

China expands visa-free entry

Passport holders from 47 countries can visit China for 30 days visa-free under Beijing’s loosened entry policy.

Asean

Opinion | Beyond trade, Asean-GCC-China summit heralds Asia’s cultural renaissance

The recent meeting in Kuala Lumpur transcended economics and geopolitics, representing a pivotal moment of inter-civilisational engagement.

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Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and China’s Premier Li Qiang at the Aseam-GCC-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur on May 26. Photo: Handout
Banking & finance

Investment ties between China and the Middle East to get stronger: EWPartners

Investment firm backed by Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia says ties to strengthen thanks to global trade uncertainties.

The skyline of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Photo: Reuters
China-Middle East relations

China offers visa-free travel to 4 Gulf countries following landmark meeting

Passport holders from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain will be allowed to stay for up to 30 days under year-long trial policy.

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Malaysia

Malaysia eyes halal exports to Middle East in bid for new markets

Malaysia is touting its stringent halal certification process, recognised in over 47 countries, to cash-rich Gulf nations hungry for variety.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | How Hong Kong can reassert its global edge in an uncertain world

The city’s vibrancy, uniqueness, connectivity and agility make it all the more relevant in a fast-evolving global economy.

Illustration: Craig Stephens
International Property

Capital from Hong Kong, mainland China sets sights on UAE property

Inquiries from Chinese buyers surge and Hong Kong’s Gaw Capital and Black Spade Capital make investments.

The Abu Dhabi skyline, pictured on May 14, 2025. Photo: AFP
China-Asean relations

Chinese premier set for joint meeting with Gulf and Southeast Asian states

Next week’s event, the first of its kind, offers Beijing a further opportunity to build support for its opposition to US tariffs.

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Hong Kong economy

Editorial | CATL’s debut a sign that Hong Kong’s IPO market is roaring back

The world’s biggest listing so far this year has propelled the city back to the top spot in global equities fundraising.

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Banking & finance

Hong Kong offers vital linkages in aiding Qatar-China investment growth, bank says

Standard Chartered’s Huen sees opportunities in financial services and technology as Qatar seeks to diversify from oil and gas.

Doha skyline on May 13, 2025. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong politics

‘Reprehensible’: Hong Kong slams US senators behind latest sanctions bid

Cui Jianchun, Beijing’s top envoy in Hong Kong, also warns of impact of rising unilateralism and protectionism.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong trade bodies urged to learn from Qatar to enhance investor services

Hong Kong Productivity Council chairman joined city leader’s recent trip to Middle East and says he was impressed by Qatar Development Bank.

Hong Kong's national security law

Exclusive | Beijing supported Hong Kong’s subsidiary security legislation ‘for months’

Expected easing of China-US tension because of trade deal provided good timing for legislation to be passed by the end of the week, sources say.

An insider said Beijing had taken “other Hong Kong-oriented factors” into account beyond geopolitics during the months of planning. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Letters | Hong Kong strengthens role as China’s gateway to the Middle East

Readers discuss the Hong Kong business delegation’s trip to Qatar and Kuwait, the lessons of Victory Day, and the US crackdown on overseas students.

Visiting Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee shakes hands with Qatar’s head of state Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on May 11 in Qatar. Photo: Hong Kong’s Information Services Department
Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Mideast mission led by Lee highlights city role in national push

Hong Kong shows its strength as a ‘superconnector’ by reaching dozens of deals for city and mainland China concerns with Qatar and Kuwait.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong secures visa-free entry to UAE, eased rules for Oman

Chief Executive John Lee is on the last day of his delegation’s ‘fruitful’ tour in which city signed 59 MOUs and agreements with Qatar and Kuwait.

IPO

CATL set to price US$4.6 billion IPO at top end of range as Hong Kong investors pile in

World’s largest maker of electric-vehicle batteries could expand its IPO deal to as much as US$5.3 billion if several upsize options are exercised.

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A man walks past CATL’s booth the the Auto China 2024 show in Beijing in 2024. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong leader John Lee begins trade and investment push in Kuwait

Chief executive raises prospect of signing free-trade agreement with Gulf Cooperation Council and invites Kuwait to set up investment office.

Chief Executive John Lee (left) alongside the crown prince of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong delegation led by city leader signs 35 MOUs and deals in Qatar

Agreements span trade and investment promotion, finance, transport and logistics, and innovation and technology, among other areas.

IPO

Chinese EV battery giant CATL launches US$5.3 billion Hong Kong IPO

Listing is expected to be the largest in Hong Kong since Kuaishou Technology raised US$6.2 billion in January 2021.

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