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Tens of thousands of Ukrainians and Hong Kongers seeking safety in the UK granted extended stay

Migration minister Mike Tapp said the UK would ‘offer sanctuary to those in need’ while ‘restoring control at the border’

The Independent UK

Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties

ZURICH — Hong Kong has overtaken Switzerland as the top global booking centre for cross-border wealth, a first that is unlikely to be reversed as hubs in Asia grow faster than the European safe-haven, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Bullet in the Head review – John Woo’s Vietnam war fever dream is an explosive masterpiece

The Hong Kong action master’s deliriously violent 1990 epic fuses gangland thriller, war movie and tragic melodrama into a spectacular vision of greed and moral collapse

The Guardian - UK

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IQAX Surpasses One Million Electronic Bills of Lading, Laying the Digital Foundation for Global Trade

HONG KONG, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- IQAX, the Hong Kong-based digital trade intelligence company, announced today that it has processed over one million electronic Bills of Lading (eBLs) transactions—a 250% surge over the past 18 months—marking one of the fastest adoption trajectories for eBLs globally and a significant step…

AAP

Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows

Hong Kong has surpassed Switzerland as the world's top global booking center for cross-border wealth, reaching $2.95 trillion. This shift is attributed to wealth from China and an IPO boom, with Asian hubs projected to grow faster than European ones. Despite this, Switzerland's diversification and geopolitical stability continue to attract…

The Economic Times

Bad-mannered or racist? Debate rages over Hong Kong principal's Singapore clash

HONG KONG — Debates continued to rage online after a Hong Kong school principal was filmed verbally abusing two South Asian security guards in Singapore, with viewers divided over whether his behaviour reflected a lack of manners or racial bias.

Bangkok Post

Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: 'Art calls for complete mastery of techniques, developed by...' Life lessons on learning, success and human nature by American-born actor known for martial arts films

Quote of the day by Bruce Lee highlights the importance of practice, reflection, learning, and inner growth. Bruce Lee’s words explain how mastery does not come only from skill but also from understanding the self. The quote remains relevant for students, professionals, artists, athletes, and people seeking success and balance…

The Economic Times

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Hong Kong proposes issuing 10,000 permits for drivers on ride-hailing apps like Uber

The Hong Kong government has proposed issuing 10,000 new vehicle permits for online ride-hailing services like Uber

The Independent UK

The April 2026 Global Sources Hong Kong Show Concludes Successfully as "Complete Sourcing Destination for Asia" Strategy Delivers Results

HONG KONG, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The April 2026 Global Sources Hong Kong Shows concluded successfully at AsiaWorld-Expo, with three phases of exhibitions recording over 130,000 visitor entries from professional buyers representing more than 180 countries and regions. Key regions including North America, Europe, Latin America, Japan, South Korea…

AAP

Synpulse Publishes New Report Highlighting Key Shifts in Asia's External Asset Management Market

SINGAPORE, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Synpulse, a leading global consulting firm for financial services, has published a new report entitled "External Asset Management in Singapore and Hong Kong" examining the evolving External Asset Management (EAM) landscape in Asia. While this report was developed in collaboration with the Association of…

AAP

Global Market: Chinese AI and chip stocks rally after Huawei signals major tech leap

Chinese semiconductor stocks surged in Hong Kong following Huawei's announcement of a potential 1.4nm chip breakthrough using "LogicFolding" technology by 2031. This development aims to narrow the gap with global leaders and bolster China's AI ambitions amid US restrictions. While promising, the technology's commercial viability remains to be seen, with…

The Economic Times

Campaign Asia Agency of the Year Awards 2026 Open for Nominations on 9 June

HONG KONG, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Campaign Asia-Pacific, Haymarket Media Asia's industry-leading marcomms title, today announced that nominations for the 2026 Campaign Asia Agency of the Year Awards will open on Tuesday, 9 June 2026.Recognised as the most prestigious and trusted benchmark for marketing communications excellence in Asia-Pacific, the…

AAP

Ensign InfoSecurity Named Cybersecurity Consultancy of the Year at Tech Fest Hong Kong Awards 2026

HONG KONG, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ensign InfoSecurity (Ensign) has been named Cybersecurity Consultancy of the Year at the Tech Fest Hong Kong Awards 2026. The award recognises cybersecurity consultancies that demonstrate strong expertise, measurable client impact, innovative solutions and meaningful contributions to the wider cybersecurity community.

AAP

HK man evades B200m scam

A Hong Kong businessman has sought assistance from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) after narrowly avoiding losses of nearly 200 million baht in an alleged foreign exchange investment scam orchestrated by a Thai husband-and-wife duo.

Bangkok Post

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Rosewood Hotel Group institutes a global 16-week paid parental leave policy as Asia grapples with falling birth rates

The Hong Kong-based hotel chain hopes to shift attitudes towards caregiving, and "drive business resilience in the long-term."

Bangkok Post

Hong Kong airport set for volume shift after flights rejigged amid fuel crisis

Hong Kong's airport is set for a shift in volume this summer after airlines quietly swapped jet sizes and reduced scheduled flights to manage costs amid a global fuel crisis and following a jump in economy passenger fares to Europe.

Euronews

Climbers race up giant bun tower at Hong Kong’s colourful Bun Festival

Contestants climbed a 14-metre tower covered in thousands of steamed buns during Hong Kong’s annual Bun Scrambling Competition, one of the highlights of the traditional Cheung Chau Bun Festival.

The Guardian - UK

We’re Nothing at All review – bus explosion sets off Hong Kong drama of grief, prejudice and queer identity

A disaster on Valentine’s Day sets off a sprawling tale of hidden lives and social fault lines in director Herman Yau’s ambitious ensemble drama

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The Independent UK

Revelers pack a Hong Kong island for a bun festival, a century-old tradition

Hong Kong's iconic bun festival draws crowds to Cheung Chau island to celebrate a century-old tradition for peace and blessings

Space

China reveals 3-person Shenzhou 23 crew, including Hong Kong's 1st astronaut

China has named the three astronauts due to fly on the Shenzhou 23 mission on Sunday (May 24), including Hong Kong's first astronaut.

AAP

VINEXPO ASIA 2026: THE PRESS KIT IS NOW AVAILABLE (VOL. 2)

HONG KONG, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vinexposium is giving its 2026 Hong Kong event a whole new dimension. Vinexpo Asia is growing, restructuring and evolving to align with new consumption trends. Three spaces – Vinexpo Asia, Be Spirits and Be No – will be hosted under the same roof…

France 24

'The world has let this happen': Wu'er Kaixi on Hong Kong's loss of freedoms

As a trial of former organisers of Hong Kong's Tiananmen vigils has concluded, FRANCE 24's Yuka Royer speaks with Wu'er Kaixi, one of the student leaders who led mass protests leading up to the brutal 1989 crackdown. Nearly 37 years since the tragedy, the exiled campaigner laments China's continued oppression…

Bangkok Post

How Got7’s Jackson Wang went from Hong Kong fencing prodigy to global music icon

If your radar picked up even a blip of K-pop in the mid-2010s, you probably encountered Jackson Wang Ka-yee long before you realised he was a Hong Kong native.

AAP

Manulife Hong Kong and Macau Announces CEO Succession

HONG KONG, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Manulife Hong Kong and Macau today announced strategic changes to its senior leadership team with Wilton Kee appointed to succeed Patrick Graham as Chief Executive Officer, Manulife Hong Kong and Macau, subject to regulatory approval. His appointment reflects Manulife's strong commitment to talent…

AAP

OneBullEx Joins USP Web3 Career Opportunities Panel to Support Brazil's Blockchain Talent Ecosystem

HONG KONG, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 20, 2026, OneBullEx, branded as The AI Futures Exchange, participated in a Web3 career event at the University of São Paulo (USP) with two distinct engagements. Yonn Weigl, Brazil Country Manager at OneBullEx, first delivered a dedicated 20-minute keynote presentation, then…

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