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The total consideration of sale and purchase agreements in November was up 30.2% to $74bln on October.

The lender banks on network in both countries to spearhead clients tap the links between two of the world’s largest emerging markets.

Continued robust sales of big-ticket items are reflective of the firm consumer sentiment.

Natural gas sales up 21.8% TO 1.83bln m3 as projects increased to 140.

Backing assets down $1.8bln due to exchange loss triggered by a stronger Hong Kong dollar and the redemption of Certificates of Indebtedness.

Effective 25 November 2010, Robert Lang will be joining HSBC’s Executive Committee in Hong Kong.assuming the position of Managing Director for Insurance Businesses in the region.

Yet new loans approved dropped 2.2% to $30.8bln while an increase of $1.8bln was registered in approvals for primary market transactions.

Cooperation with OOC will enhance Shanghai Zhongyou Energy’s ability to integrate the LPG business aimed to enhance overall corporate value.

Hong Kong posted in this year’s first 10 months a visible trade deficit of $267.1bln, equivalent to 9.6% of the value of goods imports.

Yet almost half of Hong Kong people leave themselves vulnerable to cybercrime by not locking their mobile phones with a password or PIN.

Latest code-share agreement with Japan Airlines to enable passengers easier travel to Hawaii.

Five high-class restaurants including St. George with Michelin-star chef Philippe Orrico, Loong Toh Yuen, the Stables Grill, Mariner's Rest and The Parlour teamed up to cater for Hullett House's customers.

The proposals include requiring Mainland travel agents organising tours and receiving travel agents in Hong Kong sign contracts clarifying the rights and responsibilities of each party.

The carrier continues to monitor the situation in Korea, as passengers are advised to check the latest flight information on its website

Hang Seng Bank to continue exploring opportunities for growth on the Mainland and provide high-quality financial products and services to Mainland customers.

The group’s first property in Europe blends Asian hospitality with French art de vivre starting 17 December.