18 h. ago China’s Baidu Is Said to Weigh Hong Kong IPO for AI Chip Unit Kunlunxin

China’s Baidu Is Said to Weigh Hong Kong IPO for AI Chip Unit Kunlunxin  Yahoo Finance

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21 h. ago Japan moves to ease tensions; China’s reusable rocket: SCMP’s weekly roundup

We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Japan’s Sanae Takaichi moves to ease weeks of tensions with China over the Taiwan Strait After weeks of turmoil in relations with China, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has sought to dial down tensions with Beijing over a...

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21 h. ago Chinese boy lost after US detention, helper’s last call in fire: weekly roundup

We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Japan’s Sanae Takaichi moves to ease weeks of tensions with China over the Taiwan Strait After weeks of turmoil in relations with China, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has sought to dial down tensions with Beijing over a...

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24 h. ago Legco poll a chance for Hong Kong to show its resilience after Tai Po fire

Last week’s deadly fire has cast a heavy shadow over Hong Kong, reminding us of the fragility of life and the need for solidarity in hard times. The central government has responded swiftly with its full attention and support. Aid and sympathy have poured in from across China, underscoring that Hong Kong’s pain is shared. The cause of the fire must be investigated and learned from in due course, but for now the priority is resilience. The announcement that the Legislative Council election will...

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42 h. ago UK film on Hong Kong immigrants; 2026 top travel trends: 7 Lifestyle highlights

We have selected seven Lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. British film about Hong Kong immigrants showed grim reality of their new lives Founded in 1982 as an offshoot of Channel 4, Film4 was committed to reinvigorating British cinema by platforming new voices and exploring complex, contemporary subjects. The 1988 immigration drama Soursweet is a prime example. 2. One final...

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42 h. ago Franz Ferdinand’s Hong Kong gig, magic mushroom therapy: 7 Lifestyle highlights

We have selected seven Lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. British film about Hong Kong immigrants showed grim reality of their new lives Founded in 1982 as an offshoot of Channel 4, Film4 was committed to reinvigorating British cinema by platforming new voices and exploring complex, contemporary subjects. The 1988 immigration drama Soursweet is a prime example. 2. One final...

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50 h. ago Deloitte say Hong Kong primed as treasury hub for China’s go

Deloitte say Hong Kong primed as treasury hub for China’s go-global push  South China Morning Post

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57 h. ago Hong Kong’s Response to Deadly Fire Shows China’s Play Book in Action

Hong Kong’s Response to Deadly Fire Shows China’s Play Book in Action  The New York Times

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66 h. ago FISU strengthens ties with member association of Hong Kong, China

FISU strengthens ties with member association of Hong Kong, China  FISU

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3 d. ago Watch Hong Kong Pledges Independent Probe Into Blaze | The China Show 12/2/2025

Watch Hong Kong Pledges Independent Probe Into Blaze | The China Show 12/2/2025  Bloomberg.com

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3 d. ago China’s 3SBio seeks US$400 million in Hong Kong to boost drug pipeline

Chinese drug maker 3SBio plans to raise HK$3.12 billion (US$401 million) by selling a 4.14 per cent stake in the company to fund clinical research in China and the US and expand the global reach of its drug portfolio. The Shenyang-based biopharmaceutical firm has agreed to sell 105.1 million new shares at HK$29.62 each. The placing price represents a 6.5 per cent discount compared with Monday’s closing price of HK$31.68, according to its filing with the Hong Kong stock exchange on Tuesday. The...

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4 d. ago Hong Kong, China news: Apartment fire probe reveals unsafe netting as death toll exceeds 150, government stifles dissent

Hong Kong, China news: Apartment fire probe reveals unsafe netting as death toll exceeds 150, government stifles dissent  ABC7 Los Angeles

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4 d. ago China Hiding Hong Kong Truth? Crackdown Begins As Beijing Issues Sedition Threat |Toll Crosses 150

China Hiding Hong Kong Truth? Crackdown Begins As Beijing Issues Sedition Threat |Toll Crosses 150  Times of India

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4 d. ago Mainland China public donations for Hong Kong fire relief top HK$80 million

Hong Kong has received a wave of compassion from mainland China over the deadly fire in Tai Po, the city’s worst in decades, with public donations from across the border exceeding HK$80 million (US$10.27 million). The China Social Welfare Foundation announced that donations from 1. 7 million residents on the mainland had exceeded 76 million yuan (US$10.74 million) or about HK$83.5 million, as of Sunday. Many donors also contributed to the Hong Kong government’s relief fund and local charities,...

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4 d. ago China cracks down on calls for accountability over deadly Hong Kong blaze

China cracks down on calls for accountability over deadly Hong Kong blaze  Al Jazeera

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4 d. ago Hong Kong’s Response to Deadly Fire Is Squeezed by China’s Firm Hand

Hong Kong’s Response to Deadly Fire Is Squeezed by China’s Firm Hand  The Wall Street Journal

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4 d. ago Hong Kong apartment fire death toll mounts, and China stifles criticism as safety violations are revealed

Hong Kong apartment fire death toll mounts, and China stifles criticism as safety violations are revealed  CBS News

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4 d. ago As Hong Kong fire toll soars to 146, Beijing warns against 'anti

As Hong Kong fire toll soars to 146, Beijing warns against 'anti-China' protests  WION

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5 d. ago Editorial | ‘Partner port’ ties will help Hong Kong navigate global trade volatility

Editorial | ‘Partner port’ ties will help Hong Kong navigate global trade volatility  South China Morning Post

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5 d. ago Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146 as China authorities warn over unrest

Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146 as China authorities warn over unrest  Financial Times

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