56 m. ago Hong Kong eyes ‘pay for what you build’ concept for developers adjusting leases

Developers currently must pay land premiums based on maximum floor area when they modify leases, development chief Bernadette Linn says.

Economics

1 hour ago China’s narrowing tech gap with US creates investment potential: global fund managers

CEOs of Primavera Capital, Franklin Templeton tout long-term potential of Chinese stocks at first World Economic Forum event in Hong Kong.

Politics

2 h. ago Malaysia’s AirAsia restricts power bank usage on flights amid Hong Kong ban

Move by budget carrier follows announcement from Hong Kong aviation regulator that devices will be restricted on local airlines from April 7.

Politics

2 h. ago Malaysia’s AirAsia to restrict power bank usage on flights amid Hong Kong ban

Move by budget carrier follows announcement from Hong Kong aviation regulator that devices will be restricted on local airlines from April 7.

Politics

2 h. ago Hong Kong Billionaire Unshaken by Beijing in Pursuit of Mega Ports Deal

Hong Kong Billionaire Unshaken by Beijing in Pursuit of Mega Ports Deal  Bloomberg

Economics

2 h. ago Janitor jailed for 10½ years for HK$1.3 million robbery at Hong Kong jewellery store

Xie Binlong, 48, pleads guilty to committing hold-up in Sham Shui Po, which took place in broad daylight in 2019.

Events

2 h. ago Hong Kong’s MTR Corp raises US$3 billion from its largest bond issue

The deal comes amid a buoyant Asian bond market as risk sentiment remains steady ahead of further US trade tariffs, according to analysts.

Economics

2 h. ago Snakes in the mail: Hong Kong police probe parcel with 10 reptiles for Australia

Logistics company alerted police after discovering lizards and snakes inside package during X-ray.

Events

4 h. ago Chinese capital outflows to boost Hong Kong markets, central bank chief says

Chinese capital outflows to boost Hong Kong markets, central bank chief says  Reuters.com

Economics

5 h. ago Hong Kong lawmakers call for simpler fee waiver process under healthcare reform

Hospital Authority chief says applications will be made available via the HA Go mobile app, which legislators also suggest.

Politics

6 h. ago PwC delays payouts for departing partners in Hong Kong and China

PwC delays payouts for departing partners in Hong Kong and China  Financial Times

Politics

7 h. ago Hong Kong to benefit more from capital flows out of China, central bank chief says

Hong Kong to benefit more from capital flows out of China, central bank chief says  Reuters.com

Politics

7 h. ago CATL gets CSRC nod for US$5 billion listing, in what may be Hong Kong’s biggest IPO in 4 years

CATL plans to sell up to 220.17 million shares, raising at least US$5 billion to fund factories overseas, according to its February 13 announcement.

Economics

8 h. ago Legal challenge fears stop Hong Kong Psychological Society from naming bad apples

Situation came to light amid concerns over group’s handling of case where the subject of a substantiated complaint was successfully rehired.

Politics

9 h. ago Celebrating brilliant young minds: The Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships recognise outstanding talent and welcome the inaugural JC STEM Early Career Research Fellows

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] The Hong Kong Jockey Club held its Scholarships and Fellowships Award Presentation Ceremony and High Table Dinner on 17 March. In addition to awarding scholarships to 116 students in recognition of their outstanding academic performance and commitment to serving the community, the very first JC STEM Early Career Research Fellowship for Translation and Application was awarded to 10 outstanding STEM researchers. The Club also congratulated 40 graduating JC Scholars as they embarked on a new chapter in their lives. Club Chairman Michael Lee was joined by keynote speaker Tsinghua University Chair Professor of AI Science and Dean of Institute for AI Industry Research (AIR) Zhang Ya-qin; Club Deputy Chairman Martin Liao; Club Stewards Dr Silas Yang, Lester Huang, Dr Henry Chan, Jackson Woo, Ann Kung and Philip Lo; Club Chief Executive Officer Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges; and representatives of participating terti...

Science

9 h. ago Hong Kong suspends use of 200 lamp sets at public hospitals after safety scare

Hospital Authority says it will ask the manufacturer of Polaris 50 to conduct thorough inspections and guarantee safety of examination lights as soon as possible.

Politics

9 h. ago Hong Kong to scrap retention bonus, cut gratuity for newly hired native English teachers

Decision is part of an Education Bureau review into the NETs recruitment scheme.

Politics

9 h. ago Why lack of clear vision is holding back Northern Metropolis’ future

Without a well-defined vision, developments risk becoming little more than clusters of real estate ventures devoid of distinctive character.

Politics

9 h. ago China's CATL Hong Kong listing approved, sources say it could raise at least $5 billion

China's CATL Hong Kong listing approved, sources say it could raise at least $5 billion  Reuters.com

Economics

10 h. ago Hong Kong Sevens already giving hotels, restaurants reason to cheer

Hotel boss says long-haul tourist numbers have surged this month, correlating with major events such as Sevens rugby tournament.

Society