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Hong Kong holds first council elections under new rules that shut out pro-democracy candidates

Residents are going to the polls in Hong Kong’s first district council elections since an electoral overhaul was implemented under Beijing’s guidance of “patriots” administering the city, effectively shutting out all pro-democracy candidates

The Independent UK

Sour Grapes: Japan Battles To Protect Premium Fruits

The variety of juicy grape that Yuki Nakamura is harvesting as the sun rises over his farm took scientists 33 years to develop and can sell for $100 a bunch in Tokyo department stores.

International Business Times

David Cameron urged to tell China to free Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai

Newspaper tycoon’s son seeks meeting with foreign secretary as Briton, 76, faces trial and possible life sentence

The Guardian - UK

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‘It’s just a show’: Hong Kong voters likely to stay away as ‘patriots only’ local elections loom

Despite a big push by authorities to get out the vote in Sunday’s district council elections, many people see little point in choosing from a list of heavily vetted candidates

The Guardian - AU

‘I’m concerned about my personal safety’: Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow speaks about life in exile

After announcing that she would not return to Hong Kong from Canada, the pro-democracy activist says she fears China’s global reach

The Guardian - AU

Hong Kong's new election law thins the candidate pool, giving voters little option in Sunday's polls

While Hong Kong's government is working to spotlight its upcoming local elections, some district council members are preparing for their exits under the sharply shifting political landscape

The Independent UK

Saudi Wealth Fund Pushes for Closer Ties with Asia

The $700 billion Saudi PFI is thinking of opening offices on the Chinese mainland and India, its governor said during a Hong Kong summit

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'A Place Of Fear': Hong Kong Activist Recalls Years Of Repression

Agnes Chow was trapped in Hong Kong, had her passport seized and was branded a "foreign agent" after years as one of the city's most prominent democracy activists.

International Business Times

Democracy activist Agnes Chow says she still feels under the Hong Kong police's watch in Canada

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow says she feels she's still under the watch of the Chinese territory’s police even after moving to Toronto

The Independent UK

Garden Crescent brings biophilic design to a dense Hong Kong neighbourhood

Garden Crescent by Ronald Lu & Partners brings a haven of green in its high-density Hong Kong neighbourhood

Wallpaper

Israeli Startup Verobotics Revolutionizes Skyscraper Cleaning With AI-Powered Robots

Verobotics' innovative system combines cleaning and data analysis, transforming building maintenance in Hong Kong and beyond.

Zenger

Hong Kong's Largest Security Trial Closes, Activists Await Subversion Verdict

Hong Kong's largest national security case, in which 47 pro-democracy activists are accused of subversion, closed on Monday with a verdict expected in three or four months.

International Business Times

Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow skips bail, refuses return

Chow, who played a leading role in the 2019 pro-democracy protests, is the latest dissident to flee Beijing’s crackdown.

Al Jazeera

China’s Evergrande wins more time to restructure debts

Hong Kong court gives property developer until 29 January to formulate deal for creditors

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Second SCMP reporter dropped out of contact in China last year, sources say

Minnie Chan second reporter at Hong Kong newspaper to be subject of safety concerns, people familiar with matter say.

The Independent UK

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow jumps bail and moves to Canada

One of Hong Kong’s best-known pro-democracy activists, who moved to Canada to pursue further studies, says she will not return to the city to meet her bail conditions, becoming the latest politician to flee Hong Kong under Beijing’s crackdown on dissidents

International Business Times

China's Evergrande Liquidation Case Adjourned Until January: HK Court

Heavily indebted Chinese property giant Evergrande has until late January to put together a restructuring plan, a Hong Kong court ruled Monday, extending a deadline that could lead to its liquidation.

International Business Times

What We Know About Evergrande's Financial Future

A Hong Kong court on Monday gave Chinese property giant Evergrande until the end of January to put together a restructuring plan, offering the embattled firm much-needed breathing room as it teeters on the brink of bankruptcy.

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The Guardian - AU

Former Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow flees territory for Canada

Chow was one of nine people arrested in 2020 under the new national security law and says her mental health has suffered

The Independent UK

Chinese developer Evergrande risking liquidation if creditors veto its plan for handling huge debts

A Hong Kong court will convene a hearing Monday on troubled Chinese property developer Evergrande's plans for restructuring its more than $300 billion in debts

The Guardian - UK

Fears raised after Hong Kong journalist fails to return from China trip

Minnie Chan has reportedly been out of contact since travelling to Xiangshan Forum a month ago

Fortune

PwC employees cheating on tests in China just cost the auditing firm $7 million in U.S. fines

U.S. regulators alleged that PwC's employees in mainland China and Hong Kong shared answers on exams meant to test knowledge of U.S. auditing practices.

Al Jazeera

Hong Kong journalist reported missing after trip to China

Kyodo News says South China Morning Post reporter Minnie Chan became unreachable after attending forum in late October.

The Guardian - UK

Pharrell Williams takes Louis Vuitton to Hong Kong for his second men’s show

Creative director targets east Asia’s luxury market as his preppy streetwear is given a tropical twist

Zenger

Over 130 Hong Kong Citizens Lose HK$120 Million In Sophisticated Cryptocurrency Scam

Victims frustrated with delayed warning from regulator; lawmakers call for proactive measures.

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