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Judicial Repression Becomes the Norm in Hong Kong

As of 2022, more than 100 civil society organizations and trade unions have been dissolved or closed in Hong Kong under the threat of the National Security Law.

Most markets slip as rate hopes are offset by big tech sell-off

Most markets slip as rate hopes are offset by big tech sell-off

Hong Kong (AFP) - Most markets fell Friday as a weakening economy and disappointing earnings from tech giants offset signs that central banks could begin slowing their interest rate hike campaign.

Singapore retreat from retail crypto opens way for rivals

Singapore retreat from retail crypto opens way for rivals

SINGAPORE: Asia may be heading for a reordering of sorts in cryptocurrency markets, with Hong Kong moving to legalize retail trading of digital tokens just as Singapore looks to impose fresh restrictions on consumers.

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Alibaba Falls Over 3%, Nio Plunges 6%: Hang Seng Opens Weaker As China COVID Curbs, Earnings Season Fray Nerves

Hong Kong shares opened in the red on Friday, with the benchmark Hang Seng falling 1.5%, as mixed earnings prompted traders and investors to pare positions before the end of the week.

Asian markets slip as rate hopes are offset by big tech sell-off

Hong Kong (AFP) - Most markets fell Friday as a weakening economy and disappointing earnings from tech giants offset signs that central banks could begin slowing their interest rate hike campaign.

Arts election lays bare Hong Kong censorship fears

Hong Kong (AFP) - Three years after his failed first attempt, Chinese painter Zhao Zhijun got what he wanted: an elected role to influence Hong Kong's arts industry at a time when free expression is being stifled by Beijing.

US lawmakers urge bank chiefs to reconsider Hong Kong meeting

Washington (AFP) - US lawmakers on Thursday asked executives of major banks to reconsider attendance at a major conference next week in Hong Kong, saying their presence legitimizes China's clampdown in the city.

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Euro and pound hold gains, stocks mostly rise as rate fears ease

Euro and pound hold gains, stocks mostly rise as rate fears ease

Hong Kong (AFP) - The euro, pound and yen all held their gains against the dollar Thursday and most equities rose as traders grow increasingly hopeful the Federal Reserve will slow its pace of interest rate hikes.

Hong Kongers who clapped in court found guilty of sedition

Hong Kongers who clapped in court found guilty of sedition

Two Hong Kongers have been found guilty on a sedition charge after they clapped and criticized the judge during a previous trial over a banned Tiananmen Square vigil in the city

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Hong Kong finance chief contracts Covid ahead of banking summit

Hong Kong finance chief contracts Covid ahead of banking summit

Hong Kong (AFP) - Hong Kong's finance chief could have to miss an upcoming global banking summit in the city, after his office revealed Thursday he had tested positive for the coronavirus.

Hong Kong finance chief stuck in Saudi Arabia after catching COVID

Hong Kong finance chief stuck in Saudi Arabia after catching COVID

Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan tested positive for COVID-19 during a visit to Saudi Arabia and will stay there for a "short while" to observe health requirements, the city's government said on Thursday.

Fifth Time Lucky? Wheel Maker Buyang Takes New Spin at Hong Kong IPO

Fifth Time Lucky? Wheel Maker Buyang Takes New Spin at Hong Kong IPO

Key Takeaways: Buyang International is making a fifth attempt to list in Hong Kong, hoping to raise funds for a major new expansion that will double its capacity The company churns out a majority of its revenue from overseas markets, leaving it largely in the dust in its home market…

Hong Kong-based professional services firms ramp up in Singapore

Hong Kong-based professional services firms ramp up in Singapore

HONG KONG: Professional services companies are expanding their presence in Singapore as they seek to gain a bigger share of the growing Southeast Asian market, with some eyeing the medical tourism sector.

South Africa to let Russian billionaire's superyacht dock

South Africa to let Russian billionaire's superyacht dock

South Africa will allow a $500 million superyacht linked to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov to dock in Cape Town despite attempts from the city’s mayor to get its entry blocked

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U.S. blasts verdict against Hong Kong democracy advocate Jimmy Lai

The United States condemns the verdict against Hong Kong democracy advocate Jimmy Lai on "spurious fraud charges," State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Wednesday.

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Saudi Arabia Warns against Upcoming Economic Pressure

As the ongoing Future Investment Initiative forum in Riyadh is discussing ways to address the turbulent conditions and the immediate economic pressures in the world, economy, trade, and investment ministers presented their ideas and strategies to adapt to the current global situation. - Proactive outlook Eng. Khalid Al-Falih, the Saudi…

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South Africa allows superyacht belonging to Putin ally billionaire to dock in Cape Town

Russian tycoon Alexey Mordashov is one of the many sanctioned by western countries

Markets rise with Wall St on rate hope, healthy earnings

Hong Kong (AFP) - Stocks rose Wednesday to build on another strong performance in New York following more healthy earnings from big-name firms while hopes for a slowdown in Federal Reserve rate hikes spread cheer.

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Asian markets rise with Wall St on rate hope, healthy earnings

Hong Kong (AFP) - Asian stocks rose Wednesday to build on another strong performance in New York following more healthy earnings from big-name firms while hopes for a slowdown in Federal Reserve rate hikes spread cheer.

Hong Kong arrests two in $446 million money-laundering case

Hong Kong (AFP) - Hong Kong authorities have arrested two men for laundering funds worth HK$3.5 billion ($446 million) by reselling precious metals, one of the city's largest money-laundering cases, officials said Wednesday.

Nio Surges 15%, Alibaba Up Nearly 1%: What's Pushing Hong Kong Stocks Higher Today

Hong Kong shares opened in the green on Wednesday, with the benchmark Hang Seng gaining 2.5%, as investors began considering the possibility of slowing aggression by the Federal Reserve when it announces its monetary policy next week.

Asian markets rally with Wall St on rate hope, healthy earnings

Hong Kong (AFP) - Asian stocks rose Wednesday to build on another strong performance in New York following more healthy earnings from big-name firms while hopes for a slowdown in Federal Reserve rate hikes spread cheer.

Stocks mixed on earnings; pound up on new PM

London (AFP) - Stock markets were mixed Tuesday as traders reacted to earnings reports, while Hong Kong steadied after the previous session's rout triggered by China President Xi Jinping tightening his grip on power.

Stocks mostly retreat on mixed earnings; pound up on new PM

London (AFP) - Stock markets mostly fell Tuesday as traders reacted to mixed earnings, while Hong Kong steadied after the previous session's rout triggered by China President Xi Jinping tightening his grip on power.

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Pro-democracy publisher Lai found guilty on fraud charges

Pro-democracy Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai has been found guilty on a pair of fraud charges related to lease violations

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