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Gov’t extends tender period for sale of charging station lots
Gov’t extends tender period for sale of charging station lots
It was extended by three more weeks.
Hong Kong logs highest occupancy cost in APAC: Knight Frank
The occupancy cost in the city stood at $1,249.89 per square foot per year.
Cybersecurity risks loom over small enterprises amidst growth
Six in 10 enterprises lost time and/or money due to cyberattacks last year.
Gov’t suspends contractors from tendering following fatal Sha Tin incident
Future and tender exercises that are not yet completed are covered by the suspension.
SMEs embrace cybersecurity insurance, 71% open to purchase
More (30% vs 24%) SMEs experienced cyberattacks in 2024.
Firms slash energy usage by 19% with hybrid workspaces
Those who reduced office space by 26%-50% saw a significant reduction.
New measures boost capital markets access between China and Hong Kong
Chief Executive John Lee said the measures are vital in improving Hong Kong’s financial markets.
Gov't partners with Tianjin for aircraft leasing advancement
The parties aim to establish an aircraft leasing and financing platform.
Hong Kong enforces waterworks amendment to curb overcharging
Failure to comply without a valid reason incurs a $10,000 fine.
Dentistry graduates to undergo mandatory internship programme
The mandatory internship programme will start in 2025.
Hang Seng Bank joins Hong Kong Jockey Club's financial literacy project
The project will cover 4,200 families in transitional housing areas.
Colliers handles sale of coveted King’s Park Hill property
The last property in the area that was put up for sale was worth $105m.
About 60 partnerships sign for HK-Shenzhen I&T Park
Of the agreements, 24 are new companies that are just setting up or expanding in Hong Kong.
Lack of career progression main reason for job exits: Survey
Salary is no longer a top factor in leaving work, reflecting a shift in priorities for employees.
Sichuan Baicha Baidao eyes raising $2.46b through largest IPO yet in 2024
Half of the proceeds will be used to fund the improvement of the Chinese tea giant’s operations and supply chain.
HK Express to launch Clark route on 6 June
This will be the second destination of HK Express in the Philippines.
Hong Kong green lights first Bitcoin, Ether EFTs
So far, three offshore fund managers said they will launch virtual asset management services soon.
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