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Hong Kong signs aviation deal with Mainland, Macao
Hong Kong signs aviation deal with Mainland, Macao
This aims to expand cooperation in the areas of operational and airworthiness certification.
Hong Kong eyes saving 5.4 billion kWh energy from buildings
The new edition of BEC aims to uplift energy efficiency standards.
Hong Kong investment market shows signs of rebound after US Fed rate cut
However, the property investment market remained subdued.
Tsim Sha Tsui ranks fourth globally, tops APAC in retail rents
Rents in the shopping street rose 7% YoY.
Cathay Pacific’s passenger volume grows 19.6% YoY n in October
The airline attributed the increase to operating more than 10,000 flights.
Feed-in Tariff Scheme unlikely to continue beyond 2033
The scheme is set to expire at the end of 2033
Consumer prices inch up by 1.4% YoY in October
This marks a slowdown from the 2.2% increase recorded last month.
Family office growth fuels HK’s private wealth management sector optimism
The sector's Assets Under Management (AUM) almost tripled in 2023 compared to 2022.
Gov't opens GBA International Clinical Trial Institute in Shenzhen Park
It will serve as a one-stop support platform for medical research institutions.
HK, Shenzhen tackle cross-boundary railway co-operation
Both sides have agreed to jointly set up an office for implementing cross-boundary railway projects.
HK’s cyber security readiness improves, but remains at 'basic' level
The City's cyber security readiness went up by 5.8 points.
Buildings Department approves 7 building plans in September
It also issued 16 occupation permits.
HK Airlines returns to long-haul market
The airline will resume its Gold Coast direct service on 17 January 2025.
Lab-grown meat provider Vow launches in Hong Kong
The startup is launching its lab-grown version of foie gras.
Gov’t implements real-name registration to combat $2 scheme abuse
Nearly 10,000 were fined for attempting to abuse the scheme.
Grade A office vacancy drop 13.3%, rent slips 0.8% in October
Rents declined by 0.8%.
MTR Corp. loses Elizabeth Line contract
It will be taken over by GTS Rail Operations Limited.
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