2 h. ago Hull numbers on PLA fleet of barges mean they are now in service: analyst

A fleet of large barges in the People’s Liberation Army has been assigned hull numbers, suggesting they have entered service in what would be Beijing’s latest move to deter Taiwan militarily. Three advanced specialised island-landing vessels that form part of the ‘Dong Gong’ were spotted by internet users docked at a beach in mainland China in June, each one bearing a hull number in the sequence 401, 402 and 403. The markings mean the ships serve in the PLA’s Eastern Theatre Command, according...

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2 h. ago PLA barge fleet now in service as hull numbers on 3 confirm deployment: analyst

A fleet of large barges in the People’s Liberation Army has been assigned hull numbers, suggesting they have entered service in what would be Beijing’s latest move to deter Taiwan militarily. Internet users spotted three advanced specialised island-landing vessels from the “Dong Gong” series docked at a beach in mainland China in June, each bearing a hull number in the sequence 401 to 403. The markings mean the ships serve in the PLA’s Eastern Theatre Command, according to Song Zhongping, a...

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5 h. ago Elderly woman killed, grandson injured after being hit by a car in Hong Kong

A woman in her sixties has died and her grandson has been injured after being struck by a car in Hong Kong on Friday. Police were alerted to the accident at 8.41am at No 32 Lee On Road, near the Shun Lee Disciplined Services Quarters. The elderly woman and the young boy were taken to United Christian Hospital in Kwun Tong, police said. She was pronounced dead, while the boy sustained abrasions. Police said the driver of the car was a woman. Online footage showed the vehicle had a shattered...

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5 h. ago Elderly woman killed, grandson injured after being hit by car in Hong Kong

A woman in her sixties has died and her grandson has been injured after being struck by a car in Hong Kong on Friday. Police were alerted at 8.41am of the accident on No 32 Lee On Road, near the Shun Lee Disciplined Services Quarters. The elderly woman and the young boy were taken to United Christian Hospital in Kwun Tong, police said. She was pronounced dead, while the boy sustained abrasions. Police said the driver of the car was a woman. Online footage showed the vehicle had a shattered...

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5 h. ago Hong Kong Hedge Funds Accelerate Cloud Transformation with AWS

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] As Hong Kong’s financial sector navigates rapid technological change and increasing market competitiveness, hedge funds are embracing cloud technology to accelerate their trading strategies development, scale their operations, and unlock new source of alpha. In 2025, Amazon Web Services (AWS) deepened its partnerships with hedge funds across the region, as more firms - from systematic traders to fundamental managers -...

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5 h. ago Evergrande liquidators get initial offers for control of property services arm

Evergrande liquidators get initial offers for control of property services arm  Reuters

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6 h. ago Hong Kong aiming to become top art trading hub to rival New York: source

Hong Kong’s leader aims to elevate the city into a “world-class high-end art trading hub” to rival New York under measures to be revealed in his fourth policy address next Wednesday, the Post has learned. Efforts to strengthen the city’s multibillion-dollar art trading industry would include boosting services in financing, insurance and professional training, and designating maintenance and storage spaces in a cultural hub and near the airport, a government source said. The move will align with...

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6 h. ago Amap, Alibaba’s answer to Google Maps, sees millions test new ranking service

More than 40 million Amap users logged on to test its artificial intelligence-powered ranking service, as Alibaba Group Holding’s answer to Google Maps started ranking mainland destinations and providing recommendations for 1.6 million establishments. Amap Street Stars – which uses AI algorithms to rank destinations including restaurants, hotels and tourist attractions – recorded that many users on its launch on Wednesday, as the mapping app positioned itself as a gateway for lifestyle services,...

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8 h. ago PLA aircraft carrier the Fujian heads to South China Sea via Taiwan Strait

China’s third and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has passed through the Taiwan Strait to conduct scientific research tests and training exercises in the South China Sea, the PLA Navy said on Friday. “The cross-regional tests and training are a routine mission of the carrier’s construction process and do not target any specific objects,” said navy spokesman Senior Colonel Leng Guowei, according to state news agency Xinhua. Photos and videos posted on social media showed the Fujian...

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8 h. ago PLA warship the Fujian heads to South China Sea. Is it about to enter service?

China’s third and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has passed through the Taiwan Strait to conduct scientific research tests and training exercises in the South China Sea, the PLA Navy said on Friday. “The cross-regional tests and training are a routine mission of the carrier’s construction process and do not target any specific objects,” said navy spokesman Senior Colonel Leng Guowei, according to state news agency Xinhua. Photos and videos posted on social media showed the Fujian...

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10 h. ago Why experiences matter more than bargains for Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong stands at a pivotal moment in its tourism journey. The city has made commendable efforts in reigniting interest – through government subsidies, mega-events and promotional campaigns. Even so, the question remains: how do we ensure this rebound becomes a renaissance? The answer lies not in discounts, but in delivering lifelong memories. As a city known for its vibrancy, diversity and global connectivity, Hong Kong must now lean into what truly sets it apart: its ability to deliver...

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16 h. ago Evergrande liquidators get initial offers for stake in $1.3 billion property services arm

Evergrande liquidators get initial offers for stake in $1.3 billion property services arm  Reuters

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17 h. ago Beijing is setting a new benchmark for opening up the Chinese services sector: Through the lens of CIFTIS

Beijing is setting a new benchmark for opening up the Chinese services sector: Through the lens of CIFTIS  American Journal of Transportation

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18 h. ago China Evergrande liquidators looking to sell stake in property services unit

China Evergrande liquidators looking to sell stake in property services unit  Reuters

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19 h. ago Hong Kong police hunt for suspect in HK$2 million iPhone theft

Hong Kong police have launched a manhunt for a telecoms shop manager from Wan Chai who allegedly stole about 200 iPhones worth nearly HK$2 million (US$256,760). The case surfaced on Tuesday when a regional director of telecoms service provider China Mobile discovered irregularities while checking the company’s computer system. The outlet on Johnston Road in Wan Chai had been holding 198 iPhone 16 devices worth an estimated HK$1.9 million for an extended period. According to a police source, the...

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20 h. ago China’s Fujian carrier leaves port, adding to signs it will soon enter service

China’s third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has left its shipyard again, according to images from Chinese social media, adding to speculation that it will soon enter military service. On Wednesday afternoon, photos and videos posted on social media platforms showed the Fujian starting its engines and emitting thick smoke before slowly departing from the Changxing Island dock at the Jiangnan Shipyard in Shanghai. Previously, the ship underwent three months of maintenance. State media reported...

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21 h. ago New arts hub in Hong Kong’s east Kowloon positioned to be city’s Broadway

A new arts and performing hub in Hong Kong’s east Kowloon, set to debut in November, is positioned as a leading venue for long-term theatrical runs similar to London’s West End and New York’s Broadway, a government official has said. Director of Leisure and Cultural Services Manda Chan Wing-man said on Thursday that the East Kowloon Cultural Centre would be a hub for art, technology and long-running productions, and hoped that people would associate the area with such performances. “London has...

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21 h. ago Arts hub in Hong Kong’s east Kowloon positioned to be city’s Broadway

A new arts and performing hub in Hong Kong’s east Kowloon, set to fully debut in November, is being positioned as a leading venue for long-term theatrical runs similar to London’s West End and New York’s Broadway, a government official has said. Director of Leisure and Cultural Services Manda Chan Wing-man said on Thursday that the East Kowloon Cultural Centre would be a hub for art, technology and long-running productions, and hoped that people would associate the area with such...

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27 h. ago China Rocket Force bans nearly 200 suppliers, evaluators after corruption probe

The People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force has terminated nearly 200 partnerships with experts and suppliers, following an investigation into procurement corruption covering the past nine years, as scrutiny of the troubled military branch continues. The official China Government Procurement News reported on Tuesday that between August 28 and September 1, the rocket force made announcements on the military procurement network, banning 74 bid evaluation experts and 116 suppliers. Some suppliers and...

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27 h. ago PLA Rocket Force bans nearly 200 suppliers, evaluators after corruption probe

PLA Rocket Force bans nearly 200 suppliers, evaluators after corruption probe  South China Morning Post

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