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Hong Kong halts poultry imports from France amidst avian influenza outbreak

In H1 2024, Hong Kong imported 830 tonnes of poultry meat and 110,000 eggs from France.

CBRE handles sale of Eco Tree Hotel Hong Kong

Tender deadline is on 26 September, 12 p.m.

Hong Kong to trial autonomous shuttle buses in Yuen Long

The trial will span approximately seven months.

Insurers warn of risks amidst EV and autonomous vehicle growth

Hong Kong’s push for EVs has insurers dissecting the risks and rewards in the evolving motor industry.

Towngas net profits down by 16% YoY to $3.04b

Geopolitical tensions and hot weather posed a challenge to the group's business.

InvestHK projects 47% rise in Belt & Road companies’ presence in 2024

In H1 2024, 15% of newly-expanded firms in Hong Kong were from Belt and Road economies.

Unemployment rate stands at 3%

There were 117,800 unemployed people between May and July.

Economy grows 3.3% YoY in Q2 2024

Quarter-on-quarter, the economy grew by 0.4%.

Hong Kong population at 7.5 million in mid-2024

It recorded 34,400 births and 52,400 deaths between mid-2023 and mid-2024.

Rykadan One commercial units up for sale via EOI

The EOI will close on 30 August at 12 pm.

Why the talent crisis persist despite a larger pool

Professionals can command 15% to 20% salary increases in new permanent roles.