Hong Kong

Gov’t to establish accountability system to enhance governance

The plan adds an AI team and stricter appraisals to boost accountability.

Shanghai Commercial Bank lauded at Hong Kong Business Technology Excellence Awards 2025 for SME digital innovations

Its initiatives have enabled the bank to better meet clients’ financial needs and streamline its internal workflows.

Customs arrest four in $2.6b money laundering bust

Mobile phones, computers, company and bank documents, and bank cards were seized.

Bupa Hong Kong names Albert Fung as director of group business & partnerships

He will lead the channel services new business team, amongst other roles.

Unemployment rate steady at 3.7% in June–August 2025

The underemployment rate rose slightly from 1.4% to 1.6%.

CE Lee to deliver policy address at LegCo

Lee will deliver the Policy Address during the session.

Hong Kong economy set to cool in H2 after 3.1% first-half gain

On prices, UOB lowered its 2025 headline inflation forecast to 1.6% from 1.8%.

Hong Kong factory growth steadies at 0.9% in Q2

The pace was slightly faster than the 0.7% growth seen in the first quarter.

BaseHall 02 earns triple platinum sustainability certifications

It met strict requirements in environmental performance and wellness.

Hong Kong healthcare sector hits $3.4t market cap as of June

This is three times the $1.12b (US$144b) recorded at the end of 2017.

Hong Kong Insurance Authority urges joint effort in risk management

HKIA highlighted its ongoing collaboration with insurers and academics.