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Hong Kong economy’s ‘mixed signals’ portend retail ‘turbulence’, analysts say
South China Morning Post
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July 7, 2025
Hong Kong’s retail industry will experience mixed fortunes in coming months, as rising unemployment threatens to dent consumer spending even as the economy and household incomes improve and tourist numbers surge, according to CBRE. “Right now,...
Asia celebrates shipping’s past and future with dazzling new
Nautical Voice
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July 18, 2025
Exciting developments in maritime education are unfolding in Asia as two prominent cities prepare to unveil new museums dedicated to the world of shipping. Tomorrow, Mitsui OSK Lines will launch the Funeshiru Museum in Osaka, offering innovative...
Hong Kong Tourism Board and Hong Kong Airlines host trade famil
Travel Weekly
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July 7, 2025
The Hong Kong Tourism Board, in conjunction with Hong Kong Airlines, hosted eight key industry partners on a trade famil who enjoyed a luxurious stay at the Kerry Hotel and joined in to celebrate Hong Kong Disneyland’s 20th anniversary...
New manufacturing facility opens in Tecumseh, expects to employ 35-50 people
CBC/Radio-Canada
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July 18, 2025
A company that produces cameras and recording devices for commercial vehicles has just opened a new 18,000-square-foot Canadian manufacturing facility in Tecumseh, Ont. Convoy Technologies Canada Ltd. expects to employ between 35 to 50 people at...
Chinese buyers make strong comeback at Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong
Retail Jeweller
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July 11, 2025
11th July 2025 By Ruth Faulkner The return of Chinese buyers and increased attendance from Southeast and Central Asia-based visitors energised the show floor of the recently concluded Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong (JGA). This area is reserved....
“Celebrate!” Great Place To Work™ Greater China Celebrates the Best Workplaces™ in Hong Kong 2025
Macau Business
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July 11, 2025
HONG KONG, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On July 10th, Great Place To Work™ Greater China held the Best Workplaces™ in Hong Kong 2025 Awards Ceremony at Maggie Choo’s. This ceremony aims to distinguish the awarded companies from others by fostering...
Hong Kong to limit the number of stablecoin licenses issued in 2025
Cryptopolitan
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July 7, 2025
Hong Kong may begin issuing stablecoin licenses before the end of 2025. Still, the number will likely remain in the “single digits,” according to Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury. As per the local newspaper Ming...
Shougang Lanzatech delays Hong Kong IPO again due to dispute with JV partner
South China Morning Post
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July 11, 2025
Beijing Shougang Lanzatech Technology on Friday said it will again delay its Hong Kong initial public offering and did not provide a new timetable due to a dispute with a joint venture (JV) partner. The company, which built the world’s first...
Business News | 'Hong Kong Summer Viva': Calling All Fans to Dive into Festivals, Games and Parties - Only in Hong Kong!
Latestly
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July 11, 2025
NewsVoir Hong Kong, July 11: This summer, Hong Kong invites the world to experience "Hong Kong Summer Viva," a season-long celebration of everything we love about summer, with exclusive experiences, parties and adventures for every type of fan....
Hong Kong Lawmaker Urges Gov’t to Halt Legalized Basketball Betting Proposal
Casino Beats
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July 7, 2025
Written by Tim Alper Tim Alper Tim is a journalist, author, and columnist with two decades of experience writing for outlets like the BBC, the Guardian, and Chosun Ilbo. He is an expert on regulation, business, and industry and is fluent... Read...
Global Tech Talent Gathers in Hong Kong for the W193 Tech Challenges
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 10, 2025
HONG KONG, July 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hong Kong has hosted a global event! The W193 Global Tech Challenges, organized by the Global Alliance for STEAM Education (GASE) and supported […] HONG KONG, July 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hong Kong has...
Thailand–Cambodia Border Clashes: Causes, Escalation, and ASEAN Impact
ASEAN Briefing
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July 26, 2025
In July 2025, fighting along the Thailand–Cambodia border erupted into the most severe confrontation between the two neighbors in more than a decade. Heavy artillery exchanges, rocket fire, and Thai airstrikes have claimed at least 32 lives and...
Atkins Réalis-Aecom JV wins key role in Hong Kong rail link
Ground Engineering
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July 11, 2025
An Atkins Réalis and Aecom joint venture (JV) has secured the contract for the investigation, design, and multidisciplinary services of the Hong Kong section of the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Western Rail Link. Atkins Réalis will lead the JV and oversee...
How mainland standards will bring Hong Kong cheaper, faster northern rail line
South China Morning Post
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July 11, 2025
Hong Kong’s move to use mainland standards for a cross-border rail project in the Northern Metropolis megadevelopment can set a viable precedent for the future, experts have said, as it capitalises on China’s established and rapidly growing...
Trump’s new tariffs, cannon barrel sparks Hong Kong bomb scare: 7 highlights
South China Morning Post
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July 11, 2025
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please...
Trading floor: Whitehaven flat, Galan, Icetana up
Azzet
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July 25, 2025
Whitehaven Coal trades flat despite posting above expected FY25 guidance Whitehaven Coal’s (ASX: WHC) strong quarterly update did little to excite the market this morning, with every sector (except energy and health care) trading lower at the...
Lojel opens new concept store at Hong Kong’s K11 Musea
Inside Retail Asia
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July 11, 2025
Japanese luggage brand Lojel has unveiled its new concept store at K11 Musea, marking the brand’s seventh location in Hong Kong. The K11 Musea store, in partnership with renowned local artist Zoie Lam, represents the local Tsim Sha Tsui district...
HSBC Tests Hong Kong Digital Currency on Ethereum, Arbitrum, and Polygon
Blockonomi
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July 10, 2025
TLDR: HSBC tested e-HKD+ on Ethereum, Arbitrum, Polygon, Linea, and Hyperledger Besu. Privacy was ranked the top concern by 90% of Hong Kong residents in HSBC’s survey. One-third of respondents said they would use e-HKD for digital asset trading....
Hong Kong Billionaire Richard Li’s Insurer FWD Debuts In Long-Awaited IPO
Forbes
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Richard Li (left) attends the IPO ceremony of his FWD Group at Exchange Square in Central, Hong Kong. Shanshan Kao/Forbes Asia Hong Kong billionaire Richard Li’s insurer FWD Group saw its shares close flat in the company’s long-awaited Hong Kong...
Industrial demand in Indonesia and Vietnam to grow by 20% over the next three years
Real Estate Asia
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July 14, 2025
Multinational companies are redirecting capital into these two countries. In a recent release, Knight Frank said manufacturing and logistics demand in Indonesia and Vietnam is expected to grow by up to 20% over the next three years, as companies...