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Hong Kong aims for mid-January reopening of border with mainland China

Hong Kong will reopen its borders with mainland China by mid-January, city Chief Executive John Lee said on Saturday, as Beijing accelerates the unwinding of stringent COVID-19 rules that have battered economic growth.

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India makes COVID test mandatory for arrivals from some countries, including China

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Xi reaffirms China's governing principle for Hong Kong

Chinese President Xi Jinping has reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to follow the “one country, two systems” governing principle for Hong Kong, saying it is the “best arrangement” to maintain the city’s prosperity and stability

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'A very hard road ahead' for China as COVID-19 cases spiral

Nearly three years after the coronavirus was first identified in China, it is now spreading through the country and experts predict difficult months ahead for its 1.4 billion people

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Asian markets track Wall St down as recession worries return

Hong Kong (AFP) - Asian markets fell again Friday after forecast-beating US data fuelled expectations that the Federal Reserve will lift interest rates well into next year.

AFP

Macau to drop COVID tests for arriving passengers

International arrivals to Macau, including from Hong Kong and Taiwan, will no longer need to undergo a nucleic acid test after landing and will be able to move freely, the government said on Thursday, the biggest steps yet to relax stringent COVID measures.

Reuters

China's Li praises Hong Kong leader for reviving economy

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has praised the Hong Kong government’s efforts in revitalizing the economy as it rolls back COVID-19 restrictions, in a meeting with the territory’s leader in Beijing

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Hong Kongers to pay HK$1 per plastic bag at supermarkets

Hong Kongers will pay HK$1 (4.50 baht) for each plastic bag they take at supermarkets and wet markets from next week when the charge aimed at cutting down waste doubles in its first increase in 13 years.

Bangkok Post

Casetify rolls out accessory collection inspired by Barbie

Pink is in the new black for Casetify. The Hong Kong-based company that designs and produces phone cases and electronic accessories has launched a new collection inspired by the pink world of Mattel's Barbie.

Bangkok Post

Ranked: 12 best Asian films of 2022, with trailers

Tom Cruise and James Cameron may be vying for global box office dominance this year, but there has been no shortage of films emerging from Asia to delight, inspire and provoke audiences around the world.

Bangkok Post

WTO rejects US 'Made in China' labeling on Hong Kong goods

World Trade Organization arbitrators have concluded the United States violated its rules in requiring that products from Hong Kong be labeled as “Made in China.”

The Independent UK

US ban on 'Made in Hong Kong' label breaches trade rules: WTO

Washington (AFP) - The United States is flouting international trade rules by labeling imports from Hong Kong as those from China, the World Trade Organization ruled Wednesday, an outcome that Washington rejects.

AFP

Hong Kong court rejects bid to terminate sedition trial of Stand News

A Hong Kong Court on Thursday rejected an application to terminate a sedition trial against now-defunct online media outlet Stand News, a case that could see two former top editors jailed if convicted.

Reuters

Hong Kong tailors livestream in pandemic survival fight

Hong Kong (AFP) - Assistants wielding multiple livestreaming mobile phones are now as crucial to Roshan Melwani's tailor shop as the measuring tapes, needles and fabrics that have made his Hong Kong family business so famous.

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Asian markets enjoy some much-needed festive cheer

Hong Kong (AFP) - Asian markets extended a Wall Street advance into Thursday as forecast-busting US earnings and consumer confidence data tempered worries about a deep recession.

Bangkok Post

Aloft features German delicacy

Aloft Bangkok is bringing Re:fuel On Wheels, a currywurst food truck to Sukhumvit 11, selling the famous German street food in a variety of flavours ranging from original to Thai twist.

AFP

Yen holds gains, markets mixed after Bank of Japan move

Hong Kong (AFP) - The yen held onto gains Wednesday and equity markets were mixed after plunging the day before in response to the shock Bank of Japan decision to shift away from its ultra-loose monetary policy.

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Yen holds gains, markets bounce after Bank of Japan move

Hong Kong (AFP) - The yen held onto gains Wednesday and equity markets rebounded from a plunge the day before fuelled by the shock Bank of Japan decision to shift away from its ultra-loose monetary policy.

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Taiwanese, Koreans and Hong Kongers can finally travel home. But others are out of luck

LOS ANGELES — Rosie Chow hasn't seen her 84-year-old mother since the pandemic started.

AFP

Stock markets fall, yen rallies after BoJ policy move

Hong Kong (AFP) - Markets fell Tuesday and the yen rallied after Japan announced a surprise tweak to its ultra-loose monetary policy, just as traders were fretting that central bank efforts to tame inflation will tip economies into recession.

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Hong Kong exchange headed to worst IPO finish in a decade

Hong Kong (AFP) - Hong Kong's stock exchange is on track for its weakest year since 2012 for new listings as the city reeled from the pandemic, rising interest rates and China's economic uncertainty, according to data released Tuesday.

Reuters

Hong Kong to drop COVID test for bars, entertainment venues

People in Hong Kong will from Thursday no longer need to show a negative COVID-19 test to get into bars and restaurants while cinemas and performing venues will be allowed to operate at full capacity, health authorities said.

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Hong Kong Launches a National Security Legal Battle Against Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai

Jimmy Lai’s case could be complicated as six former staff members of Apple Daily and Next Digital pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit collusion last year.

AFP

Asian markets fall, yen rallies after BoJ policy move

Hong Kong (AFP) - Markets fell in Asia on Tuesday and the yen rallied after Japan announced a surprise tweak to its ultra-loose monetary policy, just as traders were fretting that central bank efforts to tame inflation will tip economies into recession.

The Independent UK

Hong Kong leader to meet Xi on maiden duty visit to Beijing

Hong Kong leader John Lee said he will meet China’s President Xi Jinping to report on the city’s political, economic and COVID-19 situations during his visit in Beijing this week

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