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Hong Kong Leader Defends New National Security Powers
WorldSCMPhk-free-press5d ago2 sources

Hong Kong Leader Defends New National Security Powers

Hong Kong's leader, John Lee, defended plans to grant the city's chief executive power to certify criminal acts as national security offenses. He vowed to use this power prudently to plug loopholes in the national security law.

Hong Kong Watchdog Considers Criminalizing Bid-Rigging
PoliticsSCMPhk-free-press8d ago2 sources

Hong Kong Watchdog Considers Criminalizing Bid-Rigging

Hong Kong's competition authority is considering proposing the criminalization of bid-rigging as early as September. This move comes after a deadly fire in Tai Po and aims to strengthen regulations against such practices.

Central Asia Tipped as Hong Kong's Next Logistics Hub
WorldSCMP7d ago

Central Asia Tipped as Hong Kong's Next Logistics Hub

The Airport Authority chairman suggests Central Asia could become a strategic logistics hub for Hong Kong, with cargo volume between the city and two regional countries surging nearly fivefold year-on-year amid conflicts in the Middle East and Europe.

Hong Kong and Beijing Increase Security Ahead of Tiananmen Anniversary
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Hong Kong and Beijing Increase Security Ahead of Tiananmen Anniversary

Hong Kong and Beijing have heightened security measures and surveillance ahead of the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown. This includes increased police presence and restrictions on public gatherings, particularly in Hong Kong where past vigils have been held.

Hong Kong's Cantopop Music Explored in Memoir
CultureThe Guardian10d ago

Hong Kong's Cantopop Music Explored in Memoir

Singer-songwriter Emma-Lee Moss, known as Emmy the Great, has penned a memoir delving into her love for Hong Kong's cross-cultural Cantopop music, highlighting its unique blend of East and West.

Hong Kong, Indonesia Move Towards Direct Yuan-Rupiah Transactions
WorldSCMP2d ago

Hong Kong, Indonesia Move Towards Direct Yuan-Rupiah Transactions

The People’s Bank of China, Hong Kong Monetary Authority, and Bank Indonesia have signed an agreement to create a framework for bilateral transactions between Indonesia and Hong Kong. This initiative aims to facilitate direct currency transactions in yuan and rupiah.

Hong Kong Firms Partner with Kazakhstan for New Economic Hub
BusinessSCMP3d ago

Hong Kong Firms Partner with Kazakhstan for New Economic Hub

Hong Kong firms have signed six deals to support Kazakhstan's new high-tech and economic hub, leveraging Hong Kong's role as a gateway for offshore renminbi finance. This collaboration underscores Hong Kong's pivot to emerging sectors and its appeal to tech firms.

Hong Kong Urged to Expand Driver-Monitoring Systems
WorldSCMP3d ago

Hong Kong Urged to Expand Driver-Monitoring Systems

Industry leaders are urging the Hong Kong government to expand its planned mandate for driver-monitoring systems beyond public buses to other transport modes and upgrade road infrastructure to reduce traffic accidents.

Seven Charged in Deadly Hong Kong Apartment Fire
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Seven Charged in Deadly Hong Kong Apartment Fire

Seven individuals and two companies have been charged with manslaughter and other offenses in connection with a high-rise apartment fire in Hong Kong that killed 168 people. Authorities allege the fire was fueled by greed and negligence related to renovation work.

Hong Kong Pair Sentenced to Life for Temple Murder
WorldSCMP5d ago

Hong Kong Pair Sentenced to Life for Temple Murder

Two individuals in Hong Kong have received life sentences for the murder of a man, whom they suffocated with tape in a village temple and buried under concrete. The judge described the killing as "hideous beyond words."

Hong Kong Tycoon Predicts China to Overtake US Economy
WorldSCMP6d ago

Hong Kong Tycoon Predicts China to Overtake US Economy

Hong Kong property tycoon Gordon Wu Ying-sheung has predicted that China will surpass the US as the world's largest economy within the next decade, citing rapid technological advancements in China and defense spending burdens in the US.

Multiple Road Crashes in Hong Kong Injure Drivers
WorldSCMP6d ago

Multiple Road Crashes in Hong Kong Injure Drivers

Hong Kong experienced multiple road crashes, including an incident where an Audi flew across a central divider, injuring two drivers. Separately, police arrested a man after a Tesla rammed a parked vehicle in a drug-driving case.

John Lee Promotes Hong Kong as Platform for Uzbek Firms
WorldSCMP8d ago

John Lee Promotes Hong Kong as Platform for Uzbek Firms

Hong Kong's leader, John Lee, has told Uzbekistan's prime minister that Hong Kong serves as an ideal platform for Uzbek enterprises to expand globally, leveraging its world-class professional services and international business environment.

Hong Kong Youth NEET Rate Higher Than Asian Peers
BusinessSCMP8d ago

Hong Kong Youth NEET Rate Higher Than Asian Peers

Hong Kong faces a higher proportion of young people not in education, employment, or training (NEETs) compared to other Asian countries, attributed to job market mismatches, declining demand for junior roles, and relatively comfortable living conditions.

Hong Kong Continues Crackdown on Tiananmen Vigil as IndiGo Suspends Flights
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Hong Kong Continues Crackdown on Tiananmen Vigil as IndiGo Suspends Flights

Hong Kong authorities have intensified patrols and taken away individuals around the former Tiananmen vigil site, continuing a crackdown on commemorations. Meanwhile, IndiGo has suspended operations to six international destinations, including Hong Kong and Shanghai, citing a challenging cost environment.

Retail Sales Rise in Hong Kong and Cyprus in April
BusinessSCMPcyprus-mail11d ago2 sources

Retail Sales Rise in Hong Kong and Cyprus in April

Retail sales in Hong Kong rose by 8.6% in April, driven by an increase in visitor arrivals, while Cyprus also saw a rise in retail sales, led by fuel, household goods, and technology. These figures indicate a positive trend in consumer spending across both regions.

Hong Kong Appoints Founder of US Engineering-Based Medical School
BusinessVnExpress12d ago

Hong Kong Appoints Founder of US Engineering-Based Medical School

Hong Kong has appointed King Li King-chuen, the physician-scientist who established the first engineering-based medical school in the U.S., to lead its newest medical school, backed by an investment of over HK$7 billion (US$890 million) to foster technology-driven medical training.