United States lawmakers are mulling proposals that could push American companies to move their supply chains out of China. According to Reuters, which conducted interviews with a dozen current and …
US lawmakers and officials are crafting proposals to push American companies to move their operations out of China
The effort to diversify supply chains has received bipartisan support as Republicans and Democrats try to decrease US reliance on China-made products.
Global banks in Hong Kong shorten annual internship programmes, go virtual as coronavirus pandemic upends office life
Each June, the next generation of investment bankers, research analysts and fund managers from across the world flock to Hong Kong for on-the-job training that could lead to highly lucrative roles at …
Hong Kong Gyms Have New Covid-19 Rules
Is this the new normal? Hong Kong gyms have reopened with new Covid-19 social distancing and safety measures like glass partitions. More here: (Source: QuickTake) …
Hong Kong’s GDP may contract by 5.5% in 2020: Capital Economics
Hong Kong’s GDP is forecast to contract by 5.5% this year in the wake of its anti-government protests and the coronavirus outbreak, says Martin Rasmussen of Capital Economics. However, he says that …
US tells China not to interfere with its journalists in Hong Kong
The US on Sunday warned China against interfering with American journalists working in Hong Kong, in an escalating row between the two countries over press freedom and other issues. The two sides have …
Brunei to allow popular night market open for business with safety measures
With the lifting of some restrictions announced by the government, some restaurants, cafes, food courts and food stalls across the country began their operations while imposing social distancing in …
Taiwan Semi Has Not Received Any Assurance On US License For Huawei Tech Sale
Keith Krach, the US State Department undersecretary, stated that Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM) has not yet been given any assurances that it will receive a license to sell US technology to Huawei, the …
Trip of a lifetime with no end in sight — life on small boats stuck at sea
Around 10,000 small boats, sailed by families, couples and individuals, ply the oceans each year. But in 2020, they’re stuck at sea because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Find out how they’re coping while …
Bahrain keen to strengthen ties with US oil companies
He was taking part in a YouTube interview hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce in Bahrain. Shaikh Mohammed said he highly appreciated the meeting organised by the chamber in co-operation with …