China and Hong Kong stocks retreated on Monday as sharp spikes in new COVID-19 infections around the world raised concerns about a recovery in the global economy. SHANGHAI, June 29(Reuters) – China …
Asiamoney best bank awards 2020: Taiwan
The bank ran a survey of Taiwanese companies last year and found that 20% of those with overseas businesses were relocating operations, either back to Taiwan or to safer locations, such as Hong Kong …
Hong Kong’s national security law: why the rush?
The pressing business at hand concerns Hong Kong. The NPC is racing to finalise and pass a contentious national security law for Hong Kong that could come into force before Wednesday, the 23rd …
Dozens arrested during Hong Kong peaceful protest against national security laws
Silent protest ends in scuffles with police as Beijing prepares to approve controversial legislation …
Cryptocurrency Ghost Coin Can Now Be Used In Hong Kong Disneyland Vending Machines
John McAffe’s Ghost Coin can now be used in over 60 vending machines in Hong Kong. This was made possible by a partnership with ivendPay, which allows Ghost Coin to be used in s …
Wild west replica ‘town’ for sale in New Zealand attracts interest in US – and Hong Kong
Attractions include a lack of coronavirus cases and the chance to avoid foreign investment restrictions …
Coronavirus: From my view in Hong Kong, American reluctance to wear a mask is suicidal
President Trump and many Americans are against wearing face masks, but Hong Kong proves that face masks actually do prevent the spread of coronavirus.
China lawmakers review draft of Hong Kong national security bill – Xinhua
China’s lawmakers have reviewed a draft of the national security bill for Hong Kong during a meeting held by the standing committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC), state media Xinhua reported …
Dalai Lama weighs in on Beijing’s crack down on Hong Kong’s protests
Tibet’s spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, was forced into exile in 1959 after an uprising in his country was crushed by Chinese forces. Now, as Beijing clamps down on Hong Kong’s freedom and massive …
Beijing proposes national security bureau for Hong Kong
China plans to establish a bureau in Hong Kong to investigate and prosecute crimes considered threatening to national security. The proposal forms part of a new national security law which Beijing is …