Hong Kong
Gov’t proposes to ban disposable plastic tableware in catering premises
Gov’t proposes to ban disposable plastic tableware in catering premises
The proposed ban applies to both dine-in and takeaway customers.
How ESG is measured in valuations and how enhanced green technology helps companies with purpose
Companies without a purpose are no longer sustainable. As so many young people today aspire to live in a better world, the domino effect of their choices to be environmentally and socially conscious reaches all companies.
Commercial property demand to ‘gradually strengthen’ in 2023: CBRE
In February, sales rose 23.4% MoM to 1,698 units.
4 actions HK can take to grow its I&T industry
Under the HK I&T Development Blueprint, the city plans to grow the industry by 5% in 5 years.
Hong Kong Airlines serves four-times weekly flights to second Beijing route
The flight will return daily starting 26 March.
Wing Tai Properties braces for loss in FY22
It is expecting a loss of $50.0m.
HK is 3rd leading global city for the wealthy
There are 15,175 UHNW individuals with primary or secondary residence in HK.
Kum Lam Building up for sale via expression of interest
The property’s estimated worth is $230m.
Why GBA consumers invest in Hong Kong
Most (78%) cite higher returns than on the Mainland.
Gov’t launches corporate internship scheme
Twenty four companies will participate in the scheme’s latest round.
Business receipts of major service industries fall double digits in Q4
The import/export trade industry recorded the largest decrease of 21.6% YoY.
What healthcare services do GBA travellers seek from HK?
GBA travellers go to HK due to treatments not being available in Mainland China.
Hong Kong Airlines to launch HK-Fukuoka flights
The flights to and from Fukuoka will begin on 7 April.
Prudential plc joins Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect programme
Stocks of the insurer will now be included in Southbound trading.
Hong Kong Deputy SJ discusses legal advancements in The Hague
Secretary Cheung exchanged ideas on developments of doing arbitrations
Gross premiums of HK general insurance soar 4.5% in FY2022
The industry earned $64.6b.
Hong Kong puts in place safeguards for outside talent
Healthcare talents will face a rigorous assessment and on-the-job evaluation.
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