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A Muslim tourist at the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront – Hong Kong wants to encourage more Muslim visitors to come to the city. Photo: Jelly Tse

Can Muslim visitors boost tourism in Hong Kong?

Halal-certified food is not easy to find in the city, unfortunately – and language barriers are another challenge.

Opinion | AI can help power the ‘Study in Hong Kong’ brand

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University in Hong Kong hires 100 overseas, mainland academics in 2-year drive

Hong Kong urged to deepen bay area ties, help region’s firms expand abroad

Recent bay area trade show that drew 2.26 trillion yuan in investments is a sign of revived investor confidence, observers say.

The 2024 Greater Bay Area Global Investment Promotion Conference held in Guangzhou generated 1,933 deals. Photo: Handout

Recap | Trump’s return threatens Chinese EV makers, an AI talent war and more tech news

The global expansion of biotech firms is another story the SCMP has been covering in the realm of future tech recently.

Lui Che-woo, property and casino magnate of K. Wah and Galaxy, dies at 95

Lui, the chairman of the K. Wah Group of companies, died peacefully on November 7, according to filings to the Hong Kong stock exchange by his companies.

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The fight for AI talent heats up in China

The scarcity of AI talent has set off a recruitment battle, with companies offering above-average pay to woo the right candidate.

Demand for AI talent continues to surge in China. Photo: AFP

Editorial | With right safeguards low-altitude economy can take off for Hong Kong

As drone deliveries and air taxis lead the way in mainland China, city is also planning to reach for the skies.

Dell opens AI centre in Shenzhen as PC maker shows commitment to China

Dell’s new AI Smart Solutions Centre comes one year after reports that it would be reducing its reliance on China.

Flying cars, drones to take off in Shenzhen with US$1.7 billion investment

Shenzhen is spending 12 billion yuan on the low-altitude economy over the next two years, with another 20 billion yuan planned through 2030.

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The Xpeng X2 flying car pictured in Guangzhou on May 15. Chinese cities are pouring resources into supporting the low-altitude economy. Photo: Xinhua

Hong Kong leads Greater Bay Area in finance, logistics and tourism: index

City also tops the charts in culture and sports, according to an index by Our Hong Kong Foundation (OHKF) and Dah Sing Bank.

A visual representation of the Greater Bay Area at the Nansha Planning Exhibition Hall in Guangzhou on June 11, 2024. Photo: Eugene Lee

Smartphone giant Oppo, PolyU to launch joint AI research centre in Hong Kong

Oppo pledged US$4.2 million in funding over the next five years to deepen collaboration with PolyU on AI imaging technology.

Opinion | 3 ways Hong Kong can boost economic growth and development

The city should take advantage of ‘one country, two systems’ to boost economic growth through internationalisation, integration and innovation.

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Hong Kong health-tech start-ups create digital wearables for seniors

With a regulatory approach that expands the market for such devices to the Greater Bay Area, local companies see opportunity for growth.

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Senior Hongkongers exercise at Victoria Park in Causeway Bay. Photo: Dickson Lee

Diversify economy, tackle livelihood issues, Xi Jinping tells Macau’s next leader

Sam Hou-fai says talk with Xi showed Chinese president’s solid understanding of city’s challenges, including healthcare and urban renewal.

Chinese President Xi Jinping (right) meets with Sam Hou Fai, who will become Macau’s next leader in December. Photo: EPA-EFE/Xinhua

John Lee vows to bolster Asean ties as Hong Kong becomes No 2 investor in Indonesia

Indonesia’s ambassador to mainland China reveals Hong Kong has become second-largest investor in country during consulate-run forum in city.

FII 2024: Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia to anchor US$1 billion investment fund

In addition, Hong Kong and Saudi market regulators announce a partnership to spur cross-border listings and training.

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Hong Kong newborns to get mainland China entry permits on the spot at border

New arrangement at four border checkpoints will replace current five-working-day waiting time, but no implementation date set.

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Passengers line up to pass through the Lo Wu control point heading to Shenzhen. Photo: Dickson Lee

Opinion | Hong Kong’s legal system needs reform to stay vibrant

With national security laws in place, the city can focus on other areas, from strengthening the judiciary to cross-border litigation.

Customs rules, protocols needed for Hong Kong cross-border low-altitude economy

Low-altitude cross-border transport not about letting drones fly around in a disorganised manner, innovation chief tells lawmakers.

Hong Kong’s EV transition effort questioned by some car owners, industry experts

Some EV owners call for more access to chargers, while a lawmaker says concrete plans needed for enhancing infrastructure.

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An EV charging service operated by Sun Hung Kai Properties at East Point City in Tseung Kwan O. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong Observatory seeks HK$55 million for 3 radars to monitor severe weather

Existing system has a maximum range of about 60km, leaving some blind spots in densely populated areas of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island.

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Hong Kong authorities say they want to enhance their capacity to monitor and give advance warning on inclement or high-impact weather. Photo: Nora Tam

Exclusive | Hong Kong-Russia ties growing despite ‘illegal’ Western sanctions, envoy says

China, Russia can do more to support companies affected by Western sanctions, says Consul General Anatoly Kargapolov.

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How Foshan’s hydrogen fuel network can solve Hong Kong’s clean transport woes

Hong Kong can boost its hydrogen economy by leveraging Foshan’s cheaper hydrogen and refuelling infrastructure, says H2 Solution’s CEO.

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Hong Kong tops Greater Bay Area in fresh graduate salaries with 9.3% rise

City’s fresh graduates commanded average of HK$19,806 this year, outperforming peers in Macau and Guangdong province.

Fresh graduates in Hong Kong are the highest paid among peers in the Greater Bay Area, a study has found. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong to keep lobbying Beijing for IPO push, bay area benefits: Paul Chan

Investor confidence has returned to city, finance minister says during trip to US.

Finance chief Paul Chan is on a visit to New York. Photo: ISD

Opinion | Hongkongers should support John Lee’s determination to improve things

The city’s leader has backed his promise to improve the city’s competitiveness and livelihoods with policies to protect prosperity and stability.

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20,000 travel permits issued to Hong Kong permanent residents in past 3 months

Security chief says 33,000 applicants with foreign passports still awaiting approval, while those who earlier received permit ‘greatly welcomed’ measure.

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Greater Bay Area
The "Greater Bay Area" refers to the Chinese government's scheme to link the cities of Hong Kong, Macau, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Zhongshan, Dongguan, Huizhou, Jiangmen and Zhaoqing into an integrated economic and business hub.
last updated:
27 August, 2024
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