When HSBC unveiled a $13.6bn deal to take full control of its local Hong Kong lender on Thursday, chief executive Georges Elhedery was clear: after a year spent in retreat from high-profile businesses …
Hong Kong August home prices post biggest monthly drop since Feb
Private home prices in Hong Kong fell 1.1% in August, their biggest monthly drop since February, official data by the Rating and Valuation Department showed on Wednesday, as the financial centre was …
NOVVI Properties Announces Collaboration with Stake to Offer Prime Listings and Access to the Dubai Property Market
NOVVI Properties announces its collaboration with Stake to feature selected Dubai listings on its fractional ownership platform, creating new opportunities for global investors.
Nepal, UN discuss post-disaster relief and rehabilitation
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) held discussions with UN Resident Coordinator in Nepal, Hanaa Singer Hamdy, on ongoing post-disaster relief and rehabilitation …
Bail for Armenia 3rd president Serzh Sargsyan upheld, but travel ban lifted
The Anti-Corruption Court of Armenia on Friday upheld the bail of 30 million drams set for third President Serzh Sargsyan, but lifted the ban on his leaving the country. Today’s court hearing was held …
Resplendent Ceylon properties earn 2025 Michelin Keys
The 2025 Michelin Key distinctions, recognising the world’s leading hotels for exceptional hospitality, have been announced, with all three properties under Sri Lanka’s Resplendent Ceylon earning …
Taliban blame Pakistan after explosions in Kabul, amid outreach to India
Attacks come amid rising tensions with Islamabad, which accuses the Taliban of sheltering anti-Pakistan armed groups.
Vietnam’s property market remains resilient
Vietnam’s property market continues to show resilience amid economic volatility, with major cities remaining bright spots.
Taiwan president unveils ‘T-Dome’ air defence system to counter China threat
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Friday that the government would build the “T-Dome” air defence system to provide multi-layered protection against enemy threats, and called on China to renounce …
Cityscape Qatar 2025 to see $110m in property deals
Cityscape Qatar 2025 opens with $110 m in property deals, 70 developers, and major projects from Qetaifan, New Murabba and Al Waab City …