Limited lab space, lack of modern equipment, and high rents, putting off academic staff from overseas, foreign scientists say Shortage of trained personnel at technical, PhD and postdoctoral levels …
Metals-rich Indonesia’s IPO market is so red-hot it’s thrashing Hong Kong and India
One of the hottest IPO markets this year is not in a country brimming with global tech giants, nor does it rank among the top 10 global economies by size.
Are mainland Chinese buyers still in the mood for loving Hong Kong homes?
Singapore, Dubai, Thailand, Australia, the UK and the US are just some of the other options Chinese property buyers are pursuing currently Rising borrowing rates have made Hong Kong less attractive to …
Major Hong Kong democratic party disbands amid China security clampdown
One of Hong Kong’s biggest democratic parties said on Saturday it would disband after a vote by its party members, dealing another blow to the city’s already beleaguered democratic opposition under pressure from China.
Historic villa in Hong Kong’s Pok Fu Lam acquired by PAG CEO Gradel for US$70 million
Villa Ellenbud, which was built in the 1920s and is a Grade III historic building, has been acquired by Christopher Marcus Gradel, official documents show.
Towngas’ Peter Lee sees opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s green economy, seeks roles in sectors like energy technology and storage
In February, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu visited Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates seeking business partnerships between Hong Kong and the Middle East. Six bilateral deals …
Cathay Pacific fires cabin crew over alleged discrimination of passenger on flight from China
Cathay Pacific Airways said Tuesday it had fired three cabin crew members after a passenger complained of discrimination on a flight from mainland China, an incident that angered Hong Kong officials …
Impact investing: profit-seeking ESG investments gain traction in Hong Kong as sustainability issues grab attention
Hong Kong can leverage its vibrant ecosystem for global family offices and asset owners and become a hub for impact investing, estimated at US$1.16 trillion globally, as sustainability awareness …
Beijing-based Commerce & Finance Adds Ex-Norton Rose Corporate Finance Partner In Hong Kong
Terence Lau, who was previously a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright and at Hogan Lovells, has joined the Hong Kong office of Chinese firm Commerce & Finance Law Offices.
Hong Kong to let individuals trade cryptocurrency
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has revealed plans to permit licensed cryptocurrency platforms to cater to retail investor sunder its new regulatory framework for the sector.