Hong Kong is becoming hub for financial crime, US lawmakers say
[South China Morning Post] - 11/25/2024
In a letter, US lawmakers have asked Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to rethink ties with Hong Kong’s banking sector.
In Hong Kong newspapers
Hong Kong journalism lecturer defends student reporters after documentary accused of ‘sweeping generalisations’
A journalism lecturer at a Hong Kong university has spoken in defence of student reporters who were accused by an (…)
[HKFP] - 7/01/2025
Hong Kong finance chief forecasts deficit ‘below’ HK$100 billion
Hong Kong’s finance minister has adjusted his forecast for the fiscal deficit to below HK$100 billion, following (…)
[HKFP] - 7/01/2025
Young Hongkongers say adapting to mainland Chinese work culture key to smooth transition
Greater Bay Area youth job scheme offers opportunities, but some struggle to cope with fast pace, long hours.
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
Taiwan would not need independence to join international security alliance, Jimmy Lai tells national security trial
Jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai told his national security trial that Taiwan would not need to declare (…)
[HKFP] - 7/01/2025
Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong-based investment firm keeps cash flowing for charity
Segantii Capital Management has donated HK$14 million to Operation Santa Claus over past 14 years, supporting over (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
Hong Kong immigration officers arrest 26 suspected illegal workers in crackdown
Authorities also arrest three suspected employers, saying illegal workers could seek to capitalise on demand in (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
Hong Kong to offer just 1 land plot this quarter amid developer caution
The plan for the Tung Chung site has been revised to allow for 745 flats following an unsuccessful tender in 2023.
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
District councillors oppose first project under Hong Kong land sharing scheme
More than 10 council members oppose plan to build over 1,700 homes in Tai Po, citing transport capacity concerns.
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
Hong Kong’s ambitious plan to build 3 artificial islands set for another delay
Development chief refuses to set starting date for reclamation work for HK$580 billion project as government (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
100,000 spectators expected at Hong Kong Lunar New Year float parade
Night parade will be held on the first day of the Year of the Snake, showcasing 55 performance groups, including (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
China slams ‘unjustified suppression’ after US adds tech giant Tencent, CATL to list of military companies
China on Tuesday accused Washington of “unjustified suppression” after the US Defense Department added tech giant (…)
[HKFP] - 7/01/2025