Economy
Hong Kong and China bolster business relationship
Hong Kong and China bolster business relationship
China unveils a set of measures to strengthen its ties with Hong Kong.
Shenzhen plans to build its own Hong Kong clone
There are plans to build a new city in China to compete against Hong Kong.
Dim economic outlook confronts Hong Kong
Tourism remains only one of a few bright lights in the otherwise gloomy economic landscape facing Hong Kong this year.
Hong Kong forms financial services task force
A Preparatory Task Force on the Financial Services Development Council has been established by the government to recover lost ground in financial...
Swipe it! Credit card transactions up 3.4% in 1Q12
People continued to spend but at a slower pace compared to 2011 because of the unfavourable economic environment.
Hong Kong firms receive support for Mainland businesses
The government has set aside $1 billion to strengthen the competitiveness of Hong Kong businesses on the Mainland.
Hong Kong posts a balance of payments surplus
Hong Kong recorded a $48.2 billion surplus in its balance of payments account in the first quarter of 2012, said the Census & Statistics Department.
More companies open in Hong Kong
Invest Hong Kong helps 209 companies either expand or set-up their businesses in Hong Kong in the first half of the year.
Lower inflation and lower economic growth in store for Hong Kong
The Census & Statistics Department forecasts lower inflation in the coming months along with the relatively slow expansion of Hong Kong’s economy.
China boosts Hong Kong’s position as RMB center
China will issue sovereign renminbi bonds in Hong Kong with a total value of RMB23 billion.
Hong Kong enacts competition law
Hong Kong has its first law against anti-competitive conduct after a decade of trying but doubts persist about the law’s effectiveness.
Hong Kong employers resist more paternity leave days
Hong Kong’s employers claim that paid paternity leave is a key reason for Europe’s massive economic woes today.
Hong Kong dismisses Yam’s suggestion to review linked exchange rate system
There is no need for the government to change the linked exchange rate system that has served Hong Kong well over the years.
Election process for Hong Kong deputies starts
Those willing to become members of Hong Kong’s electoral council are required to register at the relevant office in Hong Kong between July 10 and 25...
Foreign currency reserves down slightly in April
It decreased by US$3.7 billion to US$291.9 billion at the end of May.
Hong Kong in peril from twin looming dangers
The collapse of its services industry and a substantial drop in demand from Asia are the greatest dangers faced by Hong Kong.
Hong Kong’s reputation as an international arbitration venue enhanced
Since this author last reported on Hong Kong’s emergence as an important regional arbitration venue, two significant developments have further...
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