Hong Kong

Excellence Singapore steps into HK, China market with new services

This aims to address the influx of Chinese businesses seeking business frameworks within Singapore.

HKMA suspends banker for signature forgery on deposit form

He photocopied a customer's signature on a time deposit application form.

Cathay Pacific complies with EASA directive after engine failure

The directive applies to all airlines operating aircraft with the specified engine model.

Transport Department reopens HZMB permit application

Regular quota permits is set at 1,000 applications.

Police Force launches recruitment app

This allows people to submit and track their police job applications. 

Foreign currency reserve assets reached US$423.4b in August

This is higher than the US$419.1b recorded in July.

New strategies urged to fill student housing gap

Colliers suggests office conversion, PBSA, and a build-to-rent model.

Guangdong gov’t to issue RMB5b bonds in HK

Proceeds from the two-year bonds will fund projects in Nansha, Guangzhou.

Carbon Wallet receives accolades at HKB Technology Excellence Awards 2024 for sustainability initiatives

The app’s innovative and interactive platform encourages eco-conscious shopping choices, supports environmentally responsible retailers and actively promotes a greener future.

60% of HK workers oppose foreign labour importation

This is due to fewer employment prospects for local workers.

HKEX suspends trading due to typhoon

Connect trading is also suspended for the day.

Y.X acquires building in Hung Hom for student housing

Y36 has 51 rooms with 82-bed spaces and co-living spaces spanning over 4,000 sq ft.

Swire Properties transforms staff productivity with digital solutions

The company has clinched three titles at the HKB Technology Excellence Awards 2024.

Student housing to fall 120,000 beds short by 2028

Demand is expected to reach 175,000 by 2028.