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HKEX unveils plans of opening London office
The new office will expand the bourse’s international reach.
Property sales soar 35.1% MoM in February
Year-on-year sales increased by 49.6%.
New bill to reduce tax by as much as $6k
The bill will be gazetted on 3 March.
Bank of East Asia launches Mainland account opening service for Hong Kong residents
The service is offered in 15 designated BEA branches across Hong Kong.
HK is 5th top market for super and ultra-prime properties
It is one of the two markets in Asia that made the top 10.
Citi Hong Kong to buy 106.4 million kWh renewable-sourced electricity
The deal is estimated to reduce carbon emissions by 41,496 tonnes.
Hong Kong approves financial estimates for rail line extension
Construction is expected to start mid-2023.
HK Govt records $77b deficit for FY2023
It also recorded expenditures worth $643.5b and revenue of $501.3b.
Japan, Korea lifts HK flight restrictions
The lifting of restrictions could bring more convenience to travelers, the city government said.
Hong Kong lifts mask wearing requirement
The mask rule, however, will still apply to public hospitals.
Exports value falls 36.7% YoY to $290.9b in January 2023
The slackened external environment contributed to the fall.
Only 1 in 8 can pay for medical costs associated with serious illness: survey
50% said that they have enough savings and a stable job to pay the medical bills.
HK Immigration adjusts requirements for entry application
Anyone is required to declare if they have any criminal convictions during application.
Hong Kong, Shenzhen holds collaboration meeting for implementing North Metropolis
Representatives from the two cities will also enhance their co-operative efforts.
Hong Kong to invests $6b for health technology, $3b for AI
Secretary Sun Dong ensured that the investments are financially feasible.
Digital economy “a key driver” for HK growth: FS Chan
Secretary Chan also believes digitalisation will diversify the economy