Professional Services/Legal

Lower rates not enough to halt Hong Kong’s slowing economic growth: Natixis

Ongoing property woes a growing issue for its largest source of tax income.
3 days ago

Lower rates not enough to halt Hong Kong’s slowing economic growth: Natixis

Ongoing property woes a growing issue for its largest source of tax income.
3 days ago

Gov’t approves gazettal of national security bill

The government aims to accelerate the passing of the bill.

HK rolls out Capital Investment Entrant Scheme

Applicants must invest a minimum of $30m in permissible assets.

Hong Kong banks, telcos seek tech-savvy legal professionals

In addition to tech expertise, there’s also a growing demand for soft skills.

SFC updates regulatory framework for security token offerings

New SFC framework aims to foster active virtual asset markets while ensuring investor safety and market reliability.

5 measures investors and businesses must be aware of in 2024

One of the measures will exempt onshore disposal gains from profits tax.

Digital fraud trends peaked during the holiday shopping season - TransUnion

72% of Hong Kongers are concerned with being victimised by online fraud this holiday season.

Gov’t implements NSL amendment

The amendment seeks to avoid national security risks.

Hong Kong legal seas brace for influx of maritime lawyers

Hill Dickinson is amongst the firms that have recently begun expanding its global maritime practices.

GBA to form an online dispute resolution platform

The platform will integrate information and resources related to mediation and arbitration. 

HK greenlights foreign gains tax bill

The government will implement the refined FSIE regime on 1 January 2024.

HK hikes penalties for occupational safety and health standards violations

If convicted on indictment, employers can be slapped with a $10m (US$1.28m) fine and 2 years in jail.

Measure proposed to strengthen prosecution vs overcharging water bills

It proposes to mandate parties who charge water costs to keep receipt copies.

HK, Brunei join hands to strengthen dispute resolution

The cooperation would further promote HK as a centre for international legal and dispute resolution.

What you need to know about the stamp duty bill

The refund mechanism will attract  incoming talent to live in Hong Kong.