China brands anti-government demonstrators as ‘political viruses’, increasing the rhetoric as the territory eases social distancing restrictions.
Markit Singapore Whole Economy PMI Falls to Record Low of 28.1
Bloomberg’s Stephen Engle reports on the PMI data for Hong Kong and Singapore. He speaks on “Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia.” (Source: Bloomberg) …
China says HK will never be calm unless violent protesters removed
China’s Hong Kong affairs office on Wednesday condemned Hong Kong protesters as a “political virus” who seek independence, warning that the city will never be calm unless what it said were violent …
Reuters Pulitzer team captured Hong Kong’s descent into chaos
Detained by Hong Kong authorities, she screams her name out to friends so they can call a lawyer to help. The picture, taken on Sept. 2 last year in the midst of huge and violent protests that rocked …
Stocks rally from Hong Kong to Wall Street on reopening hope
Stocks rallied worldwide on Tuesday as more countries relaxed restrictions on businesses, raising hopes for a recovery from the historic plunge that is sweeping the global economy. The …
Stocks in Hong Kong rise as the city’s economy takes a hit in first quarter
Hong Kong’s government announced on Monday that the city’s economy contracted 8.9% in the first quarter as compared to a year ago — its largest decline on record since 1974.
Former Hong Kong leaders launch pro-Beijing coalition
Beijing alliance to uphold China’s “one country, two systems” policy and work to revive the city’s economy following months of anti-government protests …
Asia Virus Latest: India Embarks On Repatriation; Hong Kong To Ease Curbs
Penguin carers in Hong Kong have worked long shifts to keep the monochrome troupe healthy Photo: AFP / Richard A. Brooks. India has embarked on a “massive” operation involving nav …
Stocks in Hong Kong edge higher as the city’s economy takes a hit in first quarter
Hong Kong’s government announced on Monday that the city’s economy contracted 8.9% in the first quarter as compared to a year ago — its largest decline on record since 1974.
The Latest: Hong Kong economy at lowest level since 1974
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it …