Professional Services/Legal

Hong Kong launches re-domiciliation regime to attract global companies

The new regime came into effect last Friday.
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Gov’t launches the International Organization for Mediation

It will be attended by representatives from 60 countries worldwide.

Gov’t refuses contractor's renewal application

The company will be removed from the general building contractors register on 20 June.

InvestHK reports assisting 223 firms in first 4 months

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

Gov’t launches information and referral platform for civil claims

It offers legal information including methods for calculating work injury compensation.

Gov’t green lights stamp duty bill

It aims to lessen the burden on buyers of lower-priced properties.

Gov’t approves tax concessions bill

The measure cuts 2024-25 income and profits taxes by up to $1,500 per case.

Gov’t signs tax pact with Bahrain

The new tax rules will apply on 1 April 2026

Gov’t proposes ban on konjac in jelly mini-cups

The treats were potential choking hazards for children and the elderly.

Gov’t proposes new tobacco control bill

10 short-term measures were introduced, with eight requiring amendments to existing laws.

Gov’t gazettes trade union amendment bill

The bill aims to safeguard national security and improve the regulatory regime for trade unions.

New Hong Kong cyber law forces first-time oversight on key sectors

Hong Kong’s 2026 ordinance puts critical infrastructure under mandatory cybersecurity compliance.

Gov’t to regulate basketball betting

The turnover of illegal basketball betting reached $70b to $90b in 2024.

Gov’t introduces new housing bill

The bill will be taken up by the Legislative Council for first and second readings on 2 April.

SFC fines Enlighten Securities $5m over internal control failures

ESL provided financial accommodation to margin clients with long-standing margin shortfalls.

Gov’t sets trial dates for three firms charged with conspiracy to defraud

The trial dates were fixed after all 19 defendants pleaded not guilty.