HK crowns global wealth management rankings as Chief Executive secures historic Central Asian business deals
Hong Kong has officially overtaken Switzerland to become the world’s leading offshore wealth management hub, bolstered by a massive influx of private capital and landmark strategic backing from Beijing’s national…
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Put your wallet away: Free rides and venues to mark July 1 handover
In celebration of HKSAR Establishment Day, free rides, museum entry, and various discounts await Hongkongers as part of July 1 celebrations, said Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu. Lee announced that…
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Public consultation on HK’s five-year plan to launch next Mon, says John Lee
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced on Tuesday that a two-month public consultation on Hong Kong’s first five-year plan will begin next Monday (June 15), aiming to gather views from…
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HK movie producer Raymond Wong sentenced to five months in prison over insider dealing
Well-known movie producer and actor Raymond Wong Pak-ming has been sentenced to five months in prison and fined about HK$99,720 after being convicted of sharing insider information with his sister…
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Mainland woman stands trial over alleged bogus marriage and false paternity claim
The trial of a mainland Chinese woman accused of using a bogus marriage and a false paternity claim to obtain entry to Hong Kong and maternity services was delayed after…
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HK launches $50m ‘AI for All’ campaign to benefit 50,000 residents
The Hong Kong government has proposed a new “AI for All” inclusion initiative, earmarking an initial budget of $50 million to host more than 200 events over the next two…
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Tsuen Wan Centre power outage leaves 1,000 households in the dark; restoration expected Tue
A major power outage struck five blocks of Tsuen Wan Centre late Monday morning, affecting nearly 1,000 residential units and forcing the closure of several shops within the estate’s mall.…
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Lan Kwai Fong transforms into giant fan zone for 2026 World Cup
With the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off this Friday, Hong Kong’s premier nightlife district is gearing up to transform into a massive hub for football fans. The…
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HKO issues first Black Rainstorm Warning of the year at 8.35pm
The Hong Kong Observatory issued a Black Rainstorm Warning Signal at 8.35pM on Monday, marking the first time this year that the highest level rainstorm alert has been triggered. The…
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Ex-lawmaker warns new civil service appraisal system lacks teeth for staff on maximum salaries
Former lawmaker Michael Tien Puk-sun has warned that the upcoming civil service appraisal reforms could prove toothless for senior staff on maximum salaries, urging the government to freeze the annual…
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Dog-friendly restaurant applications double quota as owners gear up
Applications for dog-friendly restaurant licenses have surged, with the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department receiving over 2,000 submissions by last Friday, more than doubling the set quota of 1,000. The…
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Greater Bay Area drivers to get expanded HK airport parking options
Hong Kong International Airport will expand its “Park & Fly” service to cover the entire Greater Bay Area from June 15, as the airport steps up support for the expanded…
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Hong Kong steps up talent drive with Germany hackathon and Paris tour
Hong Kong stepped up its overseas talent drive in Europe with a hackathon in Munich and a follow-up promotion tour in Paris, as Hong Kong Talent Engage sought to attract…
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HK doubles southbound driving quota and expands scheme to nine Greater Bay Area cities
The Hong Kong government announced on Monday a major expansion of Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles, doubling the daily entry quota and extending coverage to all nine mainland cities in…
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Ride-hailing baseline survey set for third quarter, says transport chief
A baseline survey on ride-hailing vehicles will be launched in the third quarter to collect operational data after the new regulatory framework takes effect, Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable…
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Hong Kong lab designated WHO collaborating center for flu surveillance
The World Health Organization has designated the Centre for Health Protection’s public health laboratory as a collaborating center to support global influenza surveillance and response. The Microbiology Division of the…
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Kai Tak Sports Park crowned global ‘Venue of the Year’ at UK industry awards
Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park has been named “Venue of the Year” at the prestigious 2026 TheStadiumBusiness Awards in the United Kingdom, marking a major milestone in the city’s…
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East Dam to trial real-name booking system for holiday crowds
A trial real-name reservation system will be introduced at Sai Kung’s East Dam to manage overcrowding and protect natural resources, according to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD). The…
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Central Asia expresses strong confidence in HK and eyes deeper cooperation: Algernon Yau
The delegation led by the Chief Executive has returned from a successful visit to Central Asia, where officials in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan voiced strong confidence in Hong Kong and identified…
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‘Typhoon Dim-sum’ joins new tropical cyclone name list
“Dim-sum” has officially joined the tropical cyclone name list for the western North Pacific and the South China Sea, the Hong Kong Observatory said on Monday. The Hong Kong-proposed name…
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CE certificate to classify cases as national security offences under govt proposal
The Chief Executive will be able to issue a certificate to classify a criminal case as one involving an offence endangering national security under proposed subsidiary legislation to be made…
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Building Hong Kong’s Digital Classroom for the AI Age
Hong Kong’s schools are entering a new phase of digital education. The Education Bureau is preparing the Blueprint for Digital Education Development in Primary and Secondary Schools, expected to be…
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Amber rainstorm upgraded to red as heavy thundershowers hit HK
The Hong Kong Observatory upgraded the rainstorm warning from amber to red at 1.15am on Monday, as areas of intense thundery showers associated with a broad trough of low pressure…
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Benson Kwok urges HK scouts to become pillars of society
Director of Immigration Benson Kwok Joon-fung urged local scouts to become vital pillars of Hong Kong and active contributors to the nation during a youth award ceremony on Sunday. Speaking…
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Former HKTDC chairs gather for Next 60 Forum with no effort spared: Federick Ma
A rare reunion is planned to celebrate the HKTDC’s 60th anniversary, but getting confirmation from former chairmen required significant effort, as chairman Federick Ma Si-hang revealed. The high-profile lineup is…
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Frederick Ma expects more Kazakh firms to list in Hong Kong after high-level Central Asia visit
The Chief Executive-led delegation to Central Asia was a “huge success” due to the exceptionally high standard of reception received, with more state-owned enterprises from Kazakhstan expected to list in…
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HK travel agencies target ‘silver-hair’ travelers with premium Central Asia tours
Hong Kong’s travel industry is highly optimistic about Central Asia tourism prospects, aiming to attract “silver hair” tourists and high-spending travelers following the city leader’s recent visit to enhance bilateral…
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Govt-led delegation secures opportunities across Central Asia
A tiny seed is opening big doors amid Hong Kong’s push into Central Asia, as a local agritech firm partners with Kazakhstan to trial drought-tolerant soybeans, targeting a 2-million-tonne industrial…
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Smile amid zero gravity: HK’s first astronaut adapts to space life with high spirits
Two weeks after the Shenzhou-23 spacecraft lifted off, Hong Kong’s first astronaut Lai Ka-ying has fully adapted to life in microgravity, according to the latest footage from the Tiangong space…
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HKTDC weighs Almaty office upgrade to boost Central Asia ties
As Hong Kong taps into Central Asia opportunities, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is weighing an upgrade to its Almaty consultant office to strengthen direct government and business links,…
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