The New York Times will shift part of its Hong Kong office to Seoul, the latest sign of the chill spreading in the global financial centre just two weeks after Beijing imposed a new national security …
Amid Hong Kong convulsion, Taiwan pitches investors its democracy
Amid political turmoil in financial hub Hong Kong, Taiwan is pitching investors its democracy, rule of law and high quality of life as the island aims to draw more foreign money and talent, Taiwan’s …
Pelosi Says Trump’s ‘Coddling’ of Xi Enabled China’s Hong Kong Crackdown
The House speaker was reacting to the president’s executive order which brought sanctions against Beijing for imposing a security law that restricts freedoms in Hong Kong.
China Threatens Response After U.S. Sanctions Over Crackdown On Hong Kong
China promised to retaliate against “U.S. institutions and individuals” after President Trump signed the Hong Kong Autonomy Act and an executive order rescinding special treatment for the territory.
Organiser of Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Primaries Steps Down Amid Beijing Pressure
A key organiser of primary elections for Hong Kong’s pro-democracy camp said on Wednesday he was stepping down after Beijing said the vote may violate the new national security law and could amount to …
Young activists, localists top Hong Kong pro-democracy polls
Young activists and localist candidates dominated Hong Kong’s unofficial pro-democracy primaries over the weekend, with hundreds of thousands of people voting despite warnings …
Why US firms shouldn’t ‘freak out’ yet over Hong Kong
As US President Donald Trump targets China over Hong Kong, companies advised to “wait and see”.
Hong Kong reduces gatherings from 50 to four
From Wednesday, the maximum gathering in Hong Kong falls from 50 to four; Dine-in restaurants must close from 6pm until 5am, while bars are closed entirely; After barely …
China promises ‘firm response’ to Trump’s order ending Hong Kong’s special status
Beijing says US move to rescind Hong Kong’ preferential economic treatment over new security laws is a ‘mistake’ …
Asia Today: Renewed restrictions take effect in Hong Kong
Renewed restrictions took effect in Hong Kong on Wednesday, with restaurants limited to takeout after 6 p.m., as the Asian financial center battles a resurgence of the coronavirus. Mask-wearing has …