Hong Kong

Gov’t to amend land redevelopment bill

The amendment will expedite the consolidation of property interests.

HKMA reprimands TNG Asia for inadequate compliance systems

The HKMA has reprimanded and ordered TNG to pay a pecuniary penalty of HK$1.6m for contravening section 8Q of the PSSVFO.

What you need to know about the Capital Investment Entrant Scheme

Applications for the scheme will begin in mid-2024.

Unemployment rate remains at 2.9%

There were 112,400 unemployed people from September to November.

5 measures investors and businesses must be aware of in 2024

One of the measures will exempt onshore disposal gains from profits tax.

ZA Bank’s Global Transfer service helps save HK$4m in transfer fees

Over 90% of the international money transfers are completed within a day’s time.

Digital fraud trends peaked during the holiday shopping season - TransUnion

72% of Hong Kongers are concerned with being victimised by online fraud this holiday season.

Gov’t implements NSL amendment

The amendment seeks to avoid national security risks.

Hong Kong food delivery services thrived in 2023: Deliveroo

Those aged 46 to 55 spent the most, with 30% spending HK$2,001 upwards per month

Hong Kong virtual insurers need to be ‘extra user-friendly’ – Consumer Council

The council urged the industry to enhance website functions and improve the disclosure of privacy policies to enhance consumer confidence in virtual insurance products.

Hong Kong digital insurer secures partnership, enters UAE market

This partnership aims to bolster support for web3 entities, including banks, custodians, and asset managers across the Middle East.

Hong Kong kicks off public consultation on the 2024-25 budget

The 2024-25 budget will pursue development aimed at promoting stability.

Exports to grow by 4% to 6% in 2024

Exporters will focus on cash flow management next year.

AirAsia X launches new Hong Kong-Kuala Lumpur route

The new route will operate larger widebody aircraft.

Evergrande to record $60.3m in Shanghai Henggen Real Estate exit

A unit of Evergrande will sell its 30% stake in Shanghai Henggen Real Estate for $727.3m.