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Hong Kong ranks as world's freest economy
Hong Kong ranks as world's freest economy
Amongst the five areas of assessment, the city ranked top in ‘freedom to trade internationally’ and ‘regulation.’
2024 Policy Address: Industry stakeholders laud Lee’s policies on economy and IT development
The government plans to set up the $10b IT Industry-Oriented Fund.
2024 Policy Address: Gov’t promotes major transport infrastructure development
The construction of Hung Shui Kiu Station and NOL Main Line will commence this year and next year, respectively.
2024 Policy Address: Family office policies affirm HK's wealth management hub status
An analyst said the initiatives will boost investor confidence.
2024 Policy Address: Housing, infra policies will boost Northern Metropolis visibility
An analyst suggests careful land use allocation in the area to ensure sufficient housing.
2024 Policy Address: HKMA to adjust LTV ratio for all properties to 70%
Meanwhile, the maximum debt servicing ratio for properties will be 50%.
2024 Policy Address: Gov't advances I&T sector through upgrades
Preparations are underway for a third InnoHK research cluster.
Beijing's Horizon Robotics to raise $4.97b in Hong Kong IPO
It will issue 1.36 billion shares.
2024 Policy Address: LTV ratio relaxation won’t reverse downward trend in housing prices
The government adjusted the maximum mortgage LTV ratio for residential properties to 70%.
2024 Policy Address: Expanded immigration scheme to have limited impact on residential market
The measure, however, will have an "immediate" impact on luxury residential sales.
2024 Policy Address: HK to be hub for health innovation
It will also engage with Shenzhen to collaborate on clinical trials.
CUHK ranks 44th in World University Rankings 2025
The university attributes this feat to its international research partnerships.
2024 Policy Address: Gov’t to strengthen trade, aviation and legal services
The validity period of multiple-entry visas for foreigners will increase to five years.
2024 Policy Address: Hong Kong to boost offshore RMB business
Plans include upgrading the Central Moneymarkets Unit.
2024 Policy Address: HK outlines measures for better healthcare
One key area is to strengthen primary healthcare and improve public services.
2024 Policy Address: Gov’t to promote HK as international talent hub
This is to cover a shortfall of around 180,000 workers over the next five years.
2024 Policy Address: HK strengthens role as global risk management hub
The Insurance Authority will initiate a review next year.
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