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 …
Trump ends Hong Kong trade preferences, backs banking sanctions
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he was ending trade preferences for Hong Kong and signed into law an act that authorizes sanctions on banks over China’s clampdown in the international finance …
Trump says he has ended preferential treatment for Hong Kong
“Hong Kong will now be treated the same as mainland China,” the president told reporters at the White House. Mr Trump said he had also signed bipartisan legislation to impose sanctions on Chinese …
Trump ends Hong Kong preferential status in response to ‘oppressive’ Chinese actions against city
President Donald Trump on Tuesday ordered an end to Hong Kong’s special status under U.S. law to punish China for what he called “oppressive actions” against the former British colony.
Trump ends preferential treatment for Hong Kong
U.S. President Donald Trump says he has signed legislation and an executive order to hold China “accountable” for the national security law it imposed on Hong Kong.
Trump signs Hong Kong sanctions bill amid tensions with China over coronavirus, trade
President Donald Trump said Tuesday he signed legislation that would slap sanctions on Chinese officials who undermine the autonomy of Hong Kong, the latest step in the administration’s increasingly …