After a devastating fire in Hong Kong that has killed at least 75 people with nearly 300 more still missing, we’ve reviewed the latest satellite imagery showing the scale of the damage and used social media footage, witness accounts and official statements to build a timeline of events.
South Korea high-rise fire safety under scrutiny after Hong Kong tragedy
Safety concerns spike as many of South Korea’s ageing buildings lack both essential sprinklers and noncombustible cladding.
Hong Kong tower block fire death toll rises to 128, authorities say
At least 128 people are now known to have died in the tower block fire, authorities say. At a press conference, they add that 16 bodies remain inside the buildings. Hong Kong Police have confirmed …
Surge in Hong Kong dollar bonds to continue after record US$42 billion year
City’s deep, liquid market and low inflation attract issuers amid a structural shift away from the US dollar, analysts say.
Nepal U19 progress to ACC Men’s Premier Cup semifinal
Nepal have qualified for the semifinal of the ACC Men’s U19 Premier Cup after registering their second win of the group stage against Hong Kong on Thursday.
HK finance chief seeks to attract Italian company listings on Hong Kong stock exchange
Financial Secretary Paul Chan touted bilateral trade ties and a shared passion for creativity in his speech to the Trade Development Council.
Hundreds still missing in Hong Kong apartment complex fire, at least 55 dead
Hong Kong firefighters brought under control a huge blaze in an apartment complex that killed at least 55 and left nearly 300 missing.
Joy City’s Hong Kong exit throws mainland China’s property strains into sharp relief
Cofco’s Joy City Property is quitting the Hong Kong bourse after 12 years, joining the wave of mainland developers that have already exited.
Major insurer’s shares plummet as deadly Hong Kong fire rages
China Taiping Insurance is coming under renewed attention after its role as an underwriter on a Hong Kong housing estate was revealed during the city’s worst fire disaster in more than 60 years.
13 dead after fire engulfs residential high-rise buildings in Hong Kong
Firefighters continued to battle the blaze as dusk fell, with thick black smoke billowing from the 31-storey towers, home to 2,000 residential apartments.