Economy

Efforts to green supply chains aim to balance trade and climate goals

HK has been implementing various measures to support sustainable supply chains.

Economy up 3.1% in Q1 2025

It was driven by exports and investment.

Hong Kong completes 24 agreements with Kuwait

The agreements cover economy and trade, investments, financial services, and more.

Hong Kong makes up 6% of Asia’s green market cap

Taiwan and China lead the green economy in Asia, with each representing 30%.

SME’s diffusion index decreases in April

The diffusion index for most surveyed sectors dropped during the month.

CE Lee secures 35 agreements during Qatar visit

These cover economic cooperation, investment, technology, and finance.

InvestHK launches outreach in Türkiye, Hungary, and Egypt

The campaign is part of InvestHK’s broader effort to strengthen economic ties along the Belt and Road Initiative.

Hong Kong positions itself as listing hub for Middle Eastern firms

Chief executive John Lee will lead a delegation on Saturday.

Hong Kong seeks innovation and technology partnerships in Middle East

Chief executive John Lee will lead a delegation to Qatar and Kuwait.

Hong Kong firms hold back hiring amid trade policy tension

49% of Hong Kong businesses say they plan to postpone major investments.

Hong Kong OTC derivatives reporting re-write – Are you ready?

With early testing expected from June 2025, firms are encouraged to begin preparations now.

Financial secretary calls for strengthened cooperation amidst disruptions

Hong Kong supports the reform agenda which focuses on addressing climate change.

HKMA buys $7.8b to defend Hong Kong dollar peg: report

Aggregate balance will rise to HK$116.6b on May 7, 2025.

Economy grows 3.1% in Q1 amidst robust trade

However, the outlook is dampened by trade policy uncertainty.

Trump’s trade reboot clouds APAC outlook, CRE holds for now: report

APAC entered 2025 with economic momentum: Q1 GDP growth came in at 3.9%, matching pre-Trump levels.