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Hong Kong authorities plan to propose ride-hailing regulations in July
Hong Kong Free Press
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July 6, 2025
Hong Kong authorities plan to propose regulations for online ride-hailing platforms such as Uber this month, the city’s transport minister has said. The Uber app. File photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. Speaking on a Commercial Radio programme on Sunday,...
The League of Social Democrats: A brief history of Hong Kong’s now-disbanded left-wing party
Hong Kong Free Press
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July 13, 2025
On one sunny Sunday, the second-to-last day of June, seven members of the League of Social Democrats (LSD) held a press conference. Around 70 reporters and photographers had to squeeze into the small venue, which measured only 400 square feet, to...
Hong Kong – HKCPEC held Model PECC-cum-Award Presentation Ceremony for HKCPEC Youth Programme (with photos)
Web NewsWire
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July 6, 2025
HKCPEC held Model PECC-cum-Award Presentation Ceremony for HKCPEC Youth Programme (with photos) ****************************************************************************************** The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Committee...
Hong Kong musical The Impossible Trial comes to Beijing
China Daily
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A scene from Hong Kong's original musical The Impossible Trial. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Hong Kong's original musical The Impossible Trial will be staged at Tianqiao Performing Arts in Beijing with 10 shows from July 11 to 20....
Hong Kong: Growing needs of legacy planning among affluent
Asia Insurance Review
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As professional investors in Hong Kong seek flexible investment options, with downside protection features to support legacy planning, the insurers are providing policyholders an opportunity to address their goals whilst also capitalising on...
AAL Completes Final Sailing To Deliver 500mw Renewable Energy Project That Will Power 312,000 Australian Homes
Hellenic Shipping News
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July 22, 2025
Project cargo specialist, AAL Shipping (AAL), has just completed its final sailing to successfully deliver the 500-megawatt Wambo Wind Farm in Queensland, Australia. AAL transported all 83 wind turbines to be employed at the wind farm located near...
CUHK Faculty of Engineering: Advancing Innovation Through Research Excellence and Global Collaboration
The Slovenia Times
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July 23, 2025
Nine research project teams led by CUHK Faculty of Engineering Professors received funding support in the first two rounds of RAISe+ Scheme, including: Left Photo - Prof. Barbara CHAN (1st left), Prof. Ni ZHAO (2nd left), Prof. Raymond YEUNG (3rd...
HKUST(GZ): A Rising Force in Global Science and Innovation
To Vima
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August 2, 2025
In this exclusive interview, the President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) discusses the mission and vision of one of China’s most dynamic new research institutions. He elaborates on HKUST(GZ)’s role within...
Umberto Rispoli: 'Triple Crown Campaign Was Amazing'
Yahoo Sports
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Umberto Rispoli: 'Triple Crown Campaign Was Amazing' originally appeared on Paulick Report. Jockey Umberto Rispoli is no stranger to success. He won 15 graded stakes in 2024, has collected numerous riding championships and records back in his home...
Hong Kong – Customs YES organises summer cultural and historical study tour to Beijing (with photos)
Web NewsWire
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July 6, 2025
Customs YES organises summer cultural and historical study tour to Beijing (with photos) **************************************************************************************** To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese...
Kaspersky Partners with SIS International Limited to Expand Distribution in Hong Kong
The Slovenia Times
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July 11, 2025
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 11 July 2025 - Global cybersecurity and digital privacy company Kaspersky is pleased to expand its distribution network in Hong Kong by partnering with SiS International Limited. This collaboration...
Asia Cup 2025: UAE to host, India vs Pakistan in Dubai
Gulf News
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Originally set to be hosted by India, the tournament was relocated due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following recent regional incidents. The ACC opted for the UAE’s neutral and well-established cricketing venues to ensure full...
Macau commissions studies to launch industry and tech funds
Macau Business
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July 22, 2025
The Macau government has commissioned professional institutions to conduct studies on the establishment of two new funds—an industry fund and a guidance fund aimed at transforming scientific and technological achievements—as part of its broader...
Hong Kong IPO frenzy sets sights on record HK$250 billion fundraising for 2025
The Business Times Singapore
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July 6, 2025
HONG Kong’s sizzling initial public offering (IPO) market is prompting the Big Four accounting firms to sharply raise their fundraising forecasts for 2025. KPMG now predicts total proceeds could soar to HK$250 billion (S$40.6 billion) if current...
Firm suspended from bidding for Hong Kong contracts after worker killed on site
South China Morning Post
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July 11, 2025
Hong Kong authorities have temporarily barred a contractor from bidding for public road and drainage contracts following an accident in which a worker was killed by a falling steel beam at a site near the cross-border bridge to Macau and Zhuhai on...
Hong Kong's AI supercomputing infrastructure reaches 90% usage rate, local reports
Cryptopolitan
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July 5, 2025
Hong Kong has used 90% of its artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputing center at Cyberport since it opened in December, according to a report. The center is supported by a HK$3 billion (~$380 million) subsidy program to boost AI development in...
Hong Kong government accelerates plan for ride-hailing legislation
South China Morning Post
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July 6, 2025
A regulatory proposal on ride-hailing services in Hong Kong will be submitted to the legislature before the end of the month, the transport minister has said, months earlier than the original plan amid calls to accelerate the process. Secretary...
“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...
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....
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...