Hong Kong
Ignoring seniors could cost retailers big
The new generation of older adults in Hong Kong consume more.
HA enhances medication dispensing
A maximum of eight weeks’ supply for selected drugs.Selected medications prescribed for "as needed" use will be dispensed with a maximum of eight weeks’ supply, said the Hospital Authority (HA) on 27 June.
HK Airlines to launch flights to Xi’an, China
The new route will be operated by Airbus A320 aircraft.
Gov’t appoints 34 new members to CE’s council of advisers
Their term runs until 30 June 2027.
AEON Credit Service’s profit up 31.3% to US$13.9m in Q1
Earnings per share is 26.11 HK cents.
YAS deploys AI to adjust premiums for Hong Kong taxis
It will initially cover around 1,000 hybrid and electric taxis.
Work injury compensation calculator launched
Users get free suggestions on various types of compensation in simple steps.
Fitch sees Hong Kong office vacancy rising to 19% by 2025
The vacancy rate for grade-A offices in the city is projected to climb from 17% in 2024.
Hong Kong Airlines updates frequent flyer programme
Members will earn points based on the cost of their ticket rather than the distance flown.
SML Group reports ESG progress towards net-zero emission by 2050
With over 92% waste no longer landfilled and 57.7% pioneer products features sustainable.
Morgan Stanley added to financial services providers list
105 financial institutions listed keep improving global OTC derivatives markets.
Air Hong Kong shifts to all-A330 freighter fleet
The airline now operates an all-A330F fleet comprising 14 aircraft in total.
Gov’t unveils 'LEAP' framework to boost crypto and fintech
A licensing regime for stablecoin issuers starting 1 August aims to support real-world use cases.
Axa Global Healthcare names James Swatton as HK senior distribution leader
Swatton joins from Bupa.
Gov’t establishes medical products regulation by end 2026
It also plans to start a “primary evaluation” process for new drug registration next year.
Shanghai Gold Exchange launches first offshore gold delivery vault in Hong Kong
It has also listed gold contracts for Hong Kong delivery on its International Board.
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