Hong Kong

7 in 10 job seekers in HK, SEA open to remote work for foreign employers

Amongst talent, 55% cite the inability to relocate with family members as the top barrier to moving abroad for work.

Gov’t penalises company and director $60,000 for labor law violation

This was on top of the $34,000 to be paid to the employee concerned.

Civic Exchange creates roadmap for hydrogen-powered buses

The paper provides a business model to support the government’s green transformation roadmap and timetable for public buses.

HK gov’t to review criteria, scope of TAVA scheme eligibility

This is due to reports of individuals defrauding the said scheme.

New bill cuts tax for assisted reproductive services

The tax deduction is one of the measures announced in the 2023 Policy Address to promote fertility.

PASS opens application for new project proposals

The deadline for the new round of applications is 28 February 2025.

HK announces 3 pilot areas of land disposal in Northern Metropolis

Each pilot area covers private residential, industry, and public facility sites.

EPD, Sinopec Corp ink hydrogen energy deal

The scope covers technical exchanges and experiences shared in the hydrogen energy industry.

HK, Shenzhen tackle cross-boundary railway co-operation

Both sides have agreed to jointly set up an office for implementing cross-boundary railway projects.

Lifestyle International opens The Twins Tower I in Kai Tak

Tower I will be anchored by SOGO Kai Tak, a new Japanese-style department store.

HKUST welcomes nearly 100 new scholars to boost strategic development

New recruits include high-profile research leaders, unicorn and company founders, and scholars from universities and public bodies.

Paul Chan outlines Hong Kong's role in developing Belt and Road economies

He has met with officials in Saudi Arabia, witnessed various MoUs, and delivered a speech at the FII.

Gov't strongly objects to US tech investment ban

The government said it is rejecting the measure.

Tune Protect and bolttech team up to launch travel insurance in HK

This follows Tune Protect's broader regional expansion strategy.