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Hong Kong residents see climate misinformation as serious threat

Nearly one in four respondents expressed belief in common climate misconceptions.

Hong Kong’s card receivables down 5.8% to $19.5b in Q1

Delinquent and rescheduled ratio was 0.42% as of end March 2025.

Salary raises drops 2.2% for second consecutive year

Property & Real Estate and Public, Civil and Social Services lead in salary increments.

InvestHK reports assisting 223 firms in first 4 months

This is an increase of 13% compared to last year.

Hong Kong completes 24 agreements with Kuwait

The agreements cover economy and trade, investments, financial services, and more.

National security subsidiary laws now in effect

OSNS premises are now designated prohibited places.The Acting Chief Executive-in-Council has approved two pieces of subsidiary legislation under the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance (SNSO), which were gazetted and came into immediate effect on Wednesday.

Gov't to roll out autonomous vehicles in 2 years

12 AVs begin resting in North Lantau and WKCD.

Hong Kong travellers boost insurance uptake on personal safety concerns

Notably, the fear of losing travel documents is higher.

Hong Kong makes up 6% of Asia’s green market cap

Taiwan and China lead the green economy in Asia, with each representing 30%.

SME’s diffusion index decreases in April

The diffusion index for most surveyed sectors dropped during the month.

HK’s Internet traffic grows by 37% from 2023 to 2025

It was due to the proliferation of over-the-top services.

Gov’t launches dental scheme for underprivileged patients

Each service user can apply for subsidised dental services once every 180 days.

Wego, HKTB partner to promote Hong Kong in MENA

The campaign comes amidst rising outbound travel from the MENA region, especially during peak holiday seasons.

CE Lee secures 35 agreements during Qatar visit

These cover economic cooperation, investment, technology, and finance.