Hong Kong's investment agency announced 413 global enterprises will inject over HK$53 billion in foreign direct investment and create 8,600 jobs during the first half of 2026, strengthening the city's position as a premier Asian business hub.
John Lee
Hong Kong launched a two-month public consultation on its first five-year plan this week, aiming to align economic development with Beijing's Greater Bay Area initiative while some analysts worry the city may compromise its free-market competitiveness.
CleanTech announces a $1.56 million non-brokered private placement to raise capital.
Hong Kong's baby bonus will be considered for continuation after public consultation, says John Lee.
Hong Kong leader John Lee vows to implement further economic reforms and changes to address long-standing problems.
John Lee's visit to Central Asia was well timed as the region rises.
Hong Kong proposes a law allowing its leader to classify crimes as national security offenses.
Calgary identifies a landfill's leachate system as a possible source of a long-standing rotten stench.
Hong Kong leader John Lee meets lawmakers to discuss the city's first five-year development blueprint.
Hong Kong's leader praises the city's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, ahead of her space flight.
Hong Kong to benefit as Xi-Trump summit signals ‘more stability’, John Lee says
Hong Kong leverages its medical hub status to boost global pandemic readiness amid the hantavirus alarm.
Uzbek Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov joins a 200-member delegation in Hong Kong to explore collaboration opportunities.
US export restrictions on advanced semiconductors prompted China to invest hundreds of billions into domestic chip production, achieving 30% global market share in legacy chips while remaining behind in cutting-edge technology development.
Hong Kong's new accountability system aims to improve, not blame, according to Chief Executive John Lee.
China accelerated domestic semiconductor production after US export restrictions, with state-subsidized firms like SMIC achieving record revenues, yet experts say the country remains substantially behind the US, Taiwan, and South Korea in advanced chip technology despite capturing thirty percent of legacy chip markets.
Hong Kong aims to boost computing power 36-fold to become a top AI hub.
Hong Kong leader John Lee will begin public consultation on the final policy address on Monday.
LA City Council agrees to put noncitizen voting and police oversight on the November 3 ballot.
Hong Kong leader John Lee remains non-committal about seeking a second term in 2027.
John Lee defers decision on 2027 re-election, prioritizing Hong Kong's interests.
Hong Kong's leader John Lee vows to expand into new markets while maintaining traditional ties despite geopolitical pressures.
Hong Kong firms signed six deals to support Kazakhstan's new hi-tech economic hub development.
Hong Kong proposes legislation allowing Chief Executive John Lee to designate national security offences.
John Lee urges Kazakhstan leaders and companies to utilize Hong Kong's financial advantages.
Hong Kong's first astronaut, Dr Lai, participates in China's Shenzhou-23 manned spaceflight mission.
Hong Kong's astronaut participation in China's space flight is a testament to the country's regard for the city's talent.
Oracle Commodity Holding Corp's director John Lee acquired 3,280,000 units for $164,000 in a private placement.
Hong Kong's inaugural Global Mediation Summit, sponsored by the Department of Justice, gathered over 400 leaders from 48 countries to strengthen Hong Kong's position as a global mediation hub, with the International Organization for Mediation expanding signatory states to 41 and successfully resolving its first maritime dispute.
Hong Kong Trade Development Council organized the fifth International Healthcare Week in May, featuring concurrent summits and fairs to position Hong Kong as Asia's premier medical technology and investment hub while supporting China's health development priorities.
China accelerates chip production, challenging global tech industry dominance.
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced the government will launch public consultation this quarter on the city's first five-year plan, designed to align with China's national development strategy and boost economic competitiveness through enhanced opportunities.
Hong Kong's leader vows reforms to boost safety and national security after a deadly fire.
The Iran-related Middle East conflict pushed global oil prices above $100 per barrel, causing Hong Kong residents to face the world's highest petrol costs at $15.6 per gallon, straining the broader economy through increased logistics expenses and inflation pressures.
Hong Kong and Fujian signed six deals to deepen finance, tourism, and education ties during a conference.
Hong Kong's John Lee pledges to expand a new university town to 1,000 hectares.
Hong Kong's chief executive John Lee reflects on his four years in office and discusses the city's future plans.
Hong Kong leader John Lee says Northern Metropolis needs early success stories to attract investors.
Silver Elephant acquires the Robinson-Lasher zinc project in Kentucky from CleanTech.
John Lee vows to use power prudently to define national security offenses under new legislation.
Hong Kong's leader invites Uzbek Prime Minister to a summit, touting the city as an ideal platform for global expansion.
Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee led a five-day Central Asia delegation to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, signing dozens of agreements to expand trade ties and explore new markets across multiple sectors.
China Mobile plans a new Central Asia link to Hong Kong's submarine cable network for efficient data transmission.
Hong Kong's financial sector shows tentative recovery signs with increased hiring and mainland investment inflows, though property, tourism, and retail sectors remain stressed amid geopolitical tensions and economic headwinds.
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council opened International Healthcare Week featuring the Asia Summit on Global Health and Medical Fair, convening over 90 international experts and 300 exhibitors from 10 countries to showcase AI, robotics, and medical innovations advancing global healthcare.
Veteran politician Jeffrey Lam will lead the Hung Shui Kiu industrial park operator as chairman.
Hong Kong breaks ground on its third medical school's interim complex, hiring 7 professors.
Hong Kong's leader defends halting basketball betting, citing a need to control risks.
US export restrictions on advanced semiconductors accelerated China's domestic chip development, prompting Beijing to invest hundreds of billions into self-reliance, resulting in Chinese firms capturing thirty percent of the global legacy chip market and achieving breakthroughs in seven-nanometer processors.
LA City Council panel votes to ban e-bikes from hiking and equestrian trails.
