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HK Govt records $77b deficit for FY2023

It also recorded expenditures worth $643.5b and revenue of $501.3b.

Japan, Korea lifts HK flight restrictions

The lifting of restrictions could bring more convenience to travelers, the city government said.

Hong Kong lifts mask wearing requirement

The mask rule, however, will still apply to public hospitals.

Exports value falls 36.7% YoY to $290.9b in January 2023

The slackened external environment contributed to the fall.

Only 1 in 8 can pay for medical costs associated with serious illness: survey

50% said that they have enough savings and a stable job to pay the medical bills.

HK Immigration adjusts requirements for entry application

Anyone is required to declare if they have any criminal convictions during application.

Hong Kong, Shenzhen holds collaboration meeting for implementing North Metropolis

Representatives from the two cities will also enhance their co-operative efforts.

Hong Kong to invests $6b for health technology, $3b for AI

Secretary Sun Dong ensured that the investments are financially feasible.

Digital economy “a key driver” for HK growth: FS Chan

Secretary Chan also believes digitalisation will diversify the economy

Hongkong Land’s flexible office space reach 90% occupancy rate

Centricity Flex lured diverse financial and professional services tenants.

HSBC welcomes Hong Kong’s HK$100m bid to attract family office

Hong Kong is aiming to attract 200 family offices to set up shop in the city by 2025.

Budget 2023: Gov’t balances fiscal prudence with support amid rising costs 

An expert from PwC said the budget was “well-calibrated.”

Business organisations applaud 2023 budget proposals

Under the budget, the government will allocate an additional $550m in funding to HKTDC.

Consumer prices rise 2.4% YoY in January

The rate of increase picked up from December. 

Border reopening boosts retail sentiment: CBRE

Asking rents in tourist hotspots have increased since January.

Expert sees little chance of relaxation on property cooling measures

JLL, Colliers, and CBRE weigh in on the latest budget measures for property.