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China adds 8 cities in Individual Visit Scheme
China adds 8 cities in Individual Visit Scheme
There are now 59 cities included in the program.
3 in 5 Hong Kongers happy to keep role despite absence of growth: report
Specifically, Baby Boomers resonate with this preference.
Kai Tak construction firms face bid suspension
A contractor and subcontractor were involved in a fatal incident.
HK Express expands with new route to Sanya
The airline plans to take advantage of an upcoming festival bound to happen in April.
HKUST and Beijing Tiantan Hospital to launch training programme for physicians
The selected participants will undergo training focused on research and clinical practice.
Gov’t expands rehab programme for employees injured at work
Two industries were added to the coverage.
Labour Dep’t announces enhancement programme for school leavers
Around 14,000 people are expected to participate.
Telcos complete 5G enhancement in three areas
This was executed by four companies.
Which items do Hong Kongers often forget in Uber rides?
The most forgetful passengers hail from Yau Tsim Mong, Central, and Wan Chai districts.
DFI Retail Group and PolyU SPEED ink MoU for retail talent development
It will introduce Hong Kong's first QF Level 6 Programme in the field of retail.
Gov't revises code of practice for employment agencies
They are prohibited from providing monetary incentives aimed at prematurely terminating contracts.
HK’s economic growth to moderate to 2.5% in 2024: S&P Global
The per capita real GDP is forecasted to rise by 2.2% annually during 2025 to 2027.
HK commercial real-estate issuers under pressure amidst high interest rates, vacancies
Still, valuation and funding risks remain relatively low for rated entities.
Govt signs pact to promote innovation of Chinese medicines
The partnership will utilise talent and technical exchanges.
China Telecom unveils direct-to-phone satellite connectivity in Hong Kong
It is powered by the Tiantong-1 satellite system.
Prudential ceases Hong Kong wealth business
It also closed down its wealth management platform in S’pore back in September.
Towngas backs i2Cool to boost product development and expansion
i2Cool’s products are being used in over 100 projects worldwide.
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