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China to Stop Displaying Real-Time Data for Foreign Flows Into Stocks: China will soon cease displaying real-time data for flows into the world’s second-largest ...
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China Developers Slash Prices by 40% at Luxury Hong Kong Apartment Project: Distressed Chinese developers trying to sell luxury apartments at a new complex in ...
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Quick Glance: Significant Reduction in Luxury Apartments in Hong Kong
- Luxury apartments in Hong Kong are being reduced by almost half in price.
- Developers have only managed to sell five out of 295 apartments.
- Buyers are allowed up to 180 days for downpayments.
- Developers are in restructuring discussions due to credit issues.
China’s ‘red circle’ law firms rush to tap other markets: Mainland’s biggest firms opening offices in Asia, US and Africa as they seek to challenge international ...
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Quick Glance: China’s ‘Red Circle’ Law Firms Expanding Internationally
- China’s top 'red circle' law firms are aggressively expanding their international presence and working at lower fees than western competitors.
- Several Chinese firms have opened offices in Asia and the US since early 2023, while international rivals retreat from the Chinese market.
- This expansion signals Chinese firms' aspiration to capture international clients and move into China-friendly nations.
- Although Chinese firms still lag behind western rivals, China's growing global presence is opening doors to international markets and fostering potential for future growth.
UK tells Hong Kong citizens in Britain: 'You are safe here': Britain on Monday sought to reassure its community of Hong Kong citizens that they were safe from ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-seeks-reassure-hong-kong-citizens-britain-you-are-safe-here-2024-04-15/
China’s capital markets activity falls to multi-decade lows: Mainland equity issuance is the worst on record this year in a sign of low investor confidence
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Morgan Stanley, HSBC cutting dozens of Asia investment banking jobs as deals slump
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Hong Kong gives initial approval to first bitcoin, ether spot ETFs, say funds: Hong Kong conditionally approved its first spot bitcoin and ether exchange traded ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/hong-kong-gives-initial-approval-first-bitcoin-ether-spot-etfs-say-funds-2024-04-15/
Hong Kong Used Home Prices See Biggest Plunge in Eight Months: Hong Kong’s secondhand home prices dropped the most in eight months as property developers lured ...
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Five star Gerda Steyn blitzes Two Oceans record to win ultra-marathon: It was Gerda Steyn’s fifth successive Two Oceans Marathon win, becoming the first athlete ...
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China says Hong Kong must 'tightly hold' national security line to safeguard development
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Chinese gamers can't RMA their RTX 4090s due to US sanctions — users are being very careful with how they treat their top-tier GPUs
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Des Linden Finishes 16th at the Boston Marathon: It was the 11th time the American fan favorite has crossed the line on Boylston Street.
runnersworld.com/races-places/a60456587/des-linden-16th-place-boston-marathon-2024/
Hong Kong martial arts film icon Sammo Hung on his career, stars including Donnie Yen, Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan – and eating
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Huawei starts sales of new Pura 70 smartphone amid scrutiny on chips: Chinese technology giant Huawei started selling two models of its highly anticipated ...
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Quick Glance: Huawei Begins Sales of New Pura 70 Smartphone Amid Chip Scrutiny
- Huawei started selling two models of its highly anticipated, high-end Pura 70 smartphone series that are expected to contain an advanced China-made chip like its Mate 60 handset.
- The Mate series by Huawei emphasizes performance and business features.
- Eric Xu, Huawei's acting chairman, announced that the company also plans to roll out a Mate 70 smartphone this year.
- According to Ivan Lam, a senior analyst at research firm Counterpoint, shipments of about 60 million units from Huawei are expected this year, with the Pura 70 series being an important catalyst.
Tony Leung wins Best Actor at the 2024 Hong Kong Film Awards for role in The Goldfinger
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China’s economic growth hits 5.3% | Africanews: The government announced Tuesday that the world's second-largest economy grew at a rate of 5 ...
africanews.com/2024/04/16/chinas-economic-growth-hits-53/
HK actress Tavia Yeung fears her children might forget her if she works too hard: She is married to Him Law and has two small children.
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entertainment/2024/04/15/hk-actress-tavia-yeung-fears-her-children-might-forget-her-if-she-works-too-hard
Was 2019 Beijing Half Marathon also fixed? Video raises questions, sparks doubt over every result, China sports expert says
scmp.com/sport/china/article/3259368/was-2019-beijing-half-marathon-also-fixed-video-raises-questions-sparks-doubt-over-every-result-says
Apple CEO says company is 'looking at' manufacturing in Indonesia: Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company is “looking at” manufacturing in Indonesia as he met with ...
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Buoyed by Crowd, Father-Son Duo Runs 2:55 at Boston: Shaun and Shamus Evans averaged 6:42 per mile pace.
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How China’s demand for donkey hide is devastating African communities: A visual explanation of China's rising appetite for donkey-hide-based “e-jiao” products ...
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Hong Kong Taxes: City Considers Changing Rules to Lure Private Credit Business: Hong Kong’s government is considering new tax rules that would give more ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-10/hong-kong-taxes-city-considers-changing-rules-to-lure-private-credit-business
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Singer Richie Jen asks fans not to mention they have bumped into him in Singapore
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entertainment/2024/04/16/singer-richie-jen-asks-fans-not-to-mention-they-have-bumped-into-him-in-singapore
China’s CGN New Energy’s Parent Said to Revive Take-Private Plan: CGN New Energy Holdings Co.’s parent is considering taking the Hong Kong-listed power producer ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/china-s-cgn-new-energy-s-parent-said-to-revive-take-private-plan
China IPOs slow as strict 'broker butcher' rules kick in: HONG KONG -- A slowdown in China's initial public offering market is expected to persist through ...
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What overcapacity? China says its industries are simply more competitive: The last day of U.S. Secretary Janet Yellen's trip to China coincided with the ...
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Quick Glance: Hong Kong Denies Entry to Press Freedom Advocate
- Reporters Without Borders reported that a representative of the organization was deported from Hong Kong upon arrival on Wednesday.
- Aleksandra Bielakowska, a representative of Reporters Without Borders based in Taiwan, was detained for six hours at Hong Kong International Airport and then deported without explanation.
- Bielakowska traveled to Hong Kong to meet with journalists and monitor the trial of media tycoon Jimmy Lai, who faces possible life imprisonment for national security offenses.
- Hong Kong has witnessed a significant decline in press freedom in recent years, ranking 140th out of 180 countries and territories in Reporters Without Borders' 2023 World Press Freedom Index.
SWISS flights to skirt Iranian airspace: The airline has decided to temporarily avoid flying through Iranian airspace due to escalating tensions in the region.
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Live news: The World Bank and IMF start spring meetings
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Hong Kong braces for ‘intense’ thunder and showers, with rainy conditions expected through to next week
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Microsoft’s G42 deal puts UAE in America’s AI tent: The United Arab Emirates likes to think of itself as a sort of Switzerland of the Gulf. Microsoft’s $1 ...
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Quick Glance: Microsoft to Invest $1.5 Billion in Emirati AI Firm G42 for Minority Stake
- Microsoft is investing $1.5 billion in the United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm G42 to acquire a minority stake and a board seat.
- The partnership aims to deepen ties between the USA and the UAE amid the global battle for tech dominance.
- The deal includes G42 using Microsoft cloud services to run its AI applications.
- G42 and Microsoft plan to jointly bring advanced AI and digital infrastructure to countries in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa.
Famed Hong Kong sushi chain founder Ricky Cheng has died at age 57, friend reveals
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3259195/famed-hong-kong-sushi-chain-founder-ricky-cheng-has-died-age-57-friend-reveals
Japan’s ‘Grave Concern’ Over New Hong Kong Legislation: Tokyo is worried about the Safeguarding National Security Bill.
thediplomat.com/2024/04/japans-grave-concern-over-new-hong-kong-legislation/
Malaysian actor Jack Tan goes jogging with Chow Yun Fat in Hong Kong: Tan's encounter with Chow drew a chorus of envy from netizens, who jokingly asked him ...
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entertainment/2024/04/15/malaysian-actor-jack-tan-goes-jogging-with-chow-yun-fat-in-hong-kong
Beijing Half Marathon runner insists he was employed as ‘pacer’ for winner He Jie, as agent angrily denies involvement
scmp.com/sport/china/article/3259157/beijing-half-marathon-runner-insists-he-was-employed-pacer-winner-he-jie-agent-angrily-denies
Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
China and ASEAN need to work together on Myanmar crisis: Observers: Beijing, for its efforts, has been unable to hold Myanmar’s military or armed groups to a ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/myanmar-conflict-crisis-china-asean-mediation-4275096
Hong Kong driver and passenger die after car slams into road barrier, tearing apart vehicle and leaving 1 injured
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3259409/hong-kong-driver-and-passenger-die-after-car-slams-road-barrier-tearing-apart-vehicle-and-leaving-1
Gigi's Taipei Arena debut - Focus Taiwan: Hong Kong singer Gigi Leung (梁詠琪, left) performs one of the 30 songs from the set list at a concert at Taipei Arena ...
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Formula 1: Fernando Alonso justifies staying with Aston Martin: Fernando Alonso is committed: to Aston Martin, but above all to Formula 1. The Spaniard signs a ...
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Hong Kong: European citizen jailed under National Security Law: The man was convicted of secession after he posted anti-China content on social media.
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Internet influencers, celebrities among 2,000 invited to Hong Kong in tourism drive in 2023, sparking questions on cost to taxpayers
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3259382/internet-influencers-celebrities-among-2000-invited-hong-kong-tourism-drive-2023-sparking-questions
Everything you need to know about the London Marathon 2025 ballot: London Marathon 2025 ballot. Here's how to enter – plus your other entry routes explained if ...
runnersworld.com/uk/news/a41405786/london-marathon-ballot/
Hong Kong detains and deports press freedom group staffer from city: A representative for Reporters Without Borders (RSF) was detained and deported from Hong ...
reuters.com/world/china/hong-kong-detains-deports-press-freedom-group-staffer-city-2024-04-11/
China’s bubble tea brands look to create a stir overseas: ChaPanda, Mixue and Guming eye stock market listings after pioneering mainland boom
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Hong Kong New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme for becoming a permanent resident is now open to foreigners
financialexpress.com/business/investing-abroad-hong-kong-new-capital-investment-entrant-scheme-for-becoming-a-permanent-resident-is-now-open-to-foreigners-3457770/
HK celeb Carol Cheng on why Chow Yun Fat used to keep a photo of them in his wallet
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entertainment/2024/04/09/hk-celeb-carol-cheng-on-why-chow-yun-fat-used-to-keep-a-photo-of-them-in-his-wallet
Hong Kong catches tantalising glimpse of future: Hong Kong's hectic Spring break offers some clues about which direction the Asian financial hub is heading.
reuters.com/breakingviews/hong-kong-catches-tantalising-glimpse-future-2024-04-12/
US lawmakers target Chinese military firms helping Russia with bill imposing ‘full blocking sanctions’
scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3259392/us-lawmakers-target-chinese-military-firms-helping-russia-bill-imposing-full-blocking-sanctions
China's clampdown on data spreads to real-time stock information: HONG KONG -- Three major exchanges in China plan to stop disclosing real-time trading volume ...
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Formula 1 | Schumacher settles accounts with driver: "It's just overwhelming": If Ralf Schumacher has his way, one of the 20 current Formula 1 drivers no longer ...
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HK director Wong Jing draws mixed reactions after questioning Tony Leung's best actor win
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entertainment/2024/04/17/hk-director-wong-jing-draws-mixed-reactions-after-questioning-tony-leung039s-best-actor-win
Beijing Court to Hear Case on Founder Group Keepwell Bond Ruling: A Beijing court has agreed to hear a case concerning a Hong Kong ruling over a controversial ...
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China Cement Maker Suspends Trading After 99% Dive in Moments: A Chinese cement producer was in the spotlight after it suspended stock trading Wednesday ...
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Hong Kong international airport recrowned world's busiest cargo airport for 2023: Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has retained its position as the ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/16/hong-kong-international-airport-recrowned-world039s-busiest-cargo-airport-for-2023
Hong Kong makes largest-ever gold smuggling bust: Authorities seized 146kg of the precious metal, which was headed for Japan disguised as machine parts.
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India's economy can overtake China's if it can stay on track: Alicia Garcia-Herrero is chief economist for Asia-Pacific at investment bank Natixis in Hong Kong ...
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China's exports, imports miss forecasts by big margins in March: Exports from China shrunk sharply in March, with imports also unexpectedly contracting ...
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Hong Kong logs hottest day of year so far as temperature climbs to nearly 32 degrees Celsius
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Halo effect hits Hong Kong, dazzling public with natural sun phenomenon: was on Tuesday dazzled by a halo around the sun, a natural phenomenon that can only be ...
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From zero to 303.313km in under a year: how Hong Kong entrepreneur Vriko Kwok went Further than she had ever been
scmp.com/sport/outdoor/health-fitness/article/3259210/zero-303313km-under-year-how-hong-kong-entrepreneur-vriko-kwok-went-further-then-she-had-ever-been
Emma Bates Repeats as Top American at 2024 Boston Marathon: Her time was 5 minutes slower than last year, but coming off injury, she’s counting it as a victory.
runnersworld.com/races-places/a60456651/emma-bates-boston-marathon-2024/
Late Hong Kong actress Kathy Chow to be buried in Beijing, where she lived for 21 years before heart attack, family says
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3259442/late-hong-kong-actress-kathy-chow-be-buried-beijing-where-she-lived-21-years-fatal-heart-attack
Hong Kong attracted nearly 2,000 professionals earning at least HK$10 million annually, figures for last year show
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3259374/hong-kong-attracted-nearly-2000-professionals-earning-least-hk10-million-annually-figures-last-year
Are women better endurance athletes than men?: Jasmin Paris’s heroics at the Barkley Marathons highlight women’s potential over long distances ...
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Hong Kong set to approve its first spot bitcoin ETFs in April, sources say: Spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds could be launched in Hong Kong this month with the ...
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China Stocks in Hong Kong Rebound 20% Entering Technical Bull Market - Bloomberg: A key gauge of Hong Kong-listed Chinese shares extended a rebound from this ...
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K11 MUSEA: Where art meets commerce in Hong Kong: IS it an art gallery, a museum, or a shopping mall? Hong Kong’s K11 MUSEA (pronounced: meu-see-ah) ...
thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/04/17/k11-musea-where-art-meets-commerce-in-hong-kong
The Quad: Responding to China’s Moves Into the Indian Ocean: To counter China’s advances, it is important to avoid creating a power vacuum.
thediplomat.com/2024/04/the-quad-responding-to-chinas-moves-into-the-indian-ocean/
Hong Kong turns to China to fill labour gaps in its construction industry: Hong Kong’s construction sector is expected to face a labour shortage of 40 ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/hong-kong-labour-shortage-construction-sector-property-china-4269126
Alibaba founder Jack Ma steps out from shadows with long internal post: Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma has penned a lengthy memo to employees that expresses support ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/alibaba-founder-jack-ma-steps-out-shadows-with-long-internal-post-2024-04-10/
Fire in packed Hong Kong building kills five, dozens in hospital: HONG KONG: A fire broke out in a densely populated residential building in Hong Kong's bustling ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/hong-kong-fire-kowloon-residential-building-kill-5-4255056
China uncertainty clouds outlook for luxury sector: Investors are bracing for a steep slowdown in luxury sales when luxury companies report their first quarter ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/china-uncertainty-clouds-outlook-luxury-sector-2024-04-09/
EXCLUSIVE: Ralph Lauren’s ‘cluster approach’ to growing its business in China, world’s biggest luxury market by 2030
scmp.com/business/companies/article/3259196/ralph-laurens-cluster-approach-growing-its-business-china-worlds-biggest-luxury-market-2030
Blaze at Hong Kong gym leaves 6 injured, as firefighters rush to rescue at least 10 people still trapped inside
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Quick Glance: Firefighters Battle 24-Hour Blaze at Hong Kong Construction Site
- Firefighting efforts are expected to continue at a Hong Kong construction site where a massive fire has been burning for over 30 hours, with concerns about smoke affecting nearby residents' health.
- Firefighters entered the basement area of the site on Wednesday to inspect and combat the fire, utilizing drones for aerial surveillance and robots for assistance.
- Challenges in tackling the fire included its large area, presence of highly flammable cylinders, and complex maze-like structure of the basement. Over 580 firefighters and ambulance personnel were involved in the operation.
- Emergency responders were alerted to the fire on Tuesday afternoon, with a total of 167 fire engines and 12 ambulances deployed by Wednesday evening. Investigations into the cause of the fire were ongoing.
China's foreign auto joint ventures lose luster under EV onslaught: HONG KONG -- For years, Chinese state-owned automakers could count on joint ventures with ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Automobiles/China-s-foreign-auto-joint-ventures-lose-luster-under-EV-onslaught
As the Kentucky Derby turns 150, Black heritage in racing is in the Louisville spotlight
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/kentucky-derby-150-black-history/
‘The old days are no more’: Hong Kong goes quiet as security laws tighten their grip
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/12/hong-kong-national-security-law-2020-impacts
China Construction Bank seeks wind-up of property developer Shimao: HONG KONG -- A top state-owned Chinese bank has filed a petition to wind up property ...
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Ex-TVB artist Lee Lung-kei’s fiancée hit with extra charge related to overstay in Hong Kong, bringing total to 7
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3259145/ex-tvb-artist-lee-lung-keis-fiancee-hit-extra-charge-related-overstay-hong-kong-bringing-total-7
China’s Tianqi Lithium’s $4bn bet on Chile at risk of backfiring : Strategy is at risk as President Gabriel Boric’s government works to take back control of ...
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Quick Glance: China’s Tianqi Lithium’s $4bn Bet on Chile at Risk of Backfiring
- Tianqi's investment in SQM in Chile to secure a strategic position in the lithium business is at risk due to President Gabriel Boric's government.
- A joint venture between SQM and Codelco could dilute Tianqi's interests and limit access to lithium resources.
- Countries globally are taking control of critical commodities like lithium, copper, and cobalt, leading to price increases.
- Tianqi is struggling to retain influence in the new joint venture and risks holding shares mainly in a fertilizer company.
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