Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po has announced an array of industry spending and relief measures in Hong Kong’s budget, in response to the city’s quicker-than-expected return to a surplus of HK$2.9 billion (US$370.8 million) in its consolidated account. In a two-hour address to the Legislative Council on Wednesday, Chan pledged substantial government support and investment…
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Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year flower markets are in full swing, transforming parks and playgrounds across the city into colourful, bustling bazaars that capture the festive spirit like nothing else. From February 11 to 17, these 14 markets offer a mix of auspicious plants, festive decorations, toys, handicrafts, gadgets, and plenty of street food stalls. …
President Donald Trump went to a hockey victory party on Tuesday night and a State of the Union Address broke out. Trump weaved a pageant of national unity, rampant prosperity and American greatness in the opening stanzas of his annual report on “the hottest country in the world” at a moment when his popularity is…
WASHINGTON—President Trump told a national audience on Tuesday that he had unleashed a new age of economic prosperity. One thing he didn’t say: I feel your pain. President Trump delivering the first State of the Union address of his second term. At the core of Trump’s State of the Union address was a calculation that…
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Chinese Premier Li Qiang attend a signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China on February 25, 2026. | Photo Credit: Reuters German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is meeting China’s top leaders on Wednesday (February 25, 2026) at the start of a whirlwind two-day visit to press…
The rising adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is changing the picture of fuel demand worldwide. As the transport sector becomes a diminishing custom base, oil operators are looking to plug the gap, and charging infrastructure offers a logical solution. Charging infrastructure in APAC’s rapidly growing market offers an even better one. Join us as we…
A report by the New York Times has said that US government officials have for years warned major American tech companies – that included Apple, Nvidia, Qualcomm and AMD about the risk of relying heavily on Taiwan for advanced computer chips. In private briefings held in Washington and Silicon Valley, national security officials have cautioned…
China’s tourism sector showed strong momentum during the Spring Festival holiday, with both visitor numbers and tourism spending hitting record highs. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Tuesday reported that during the nine-day holiday, which began on Feb 15 and came to an end on Monday, China recorded 596 million domestic trips, an increase…
Whether or not a recession is looming, it’s wise to start preparing now. If you’re nervous about the future of the market, you’re not alone. Around 80% of Americans are at least slightly concerned about the possibility of a recession, according to a 2025 survey from financial association MDRT. The bad news is that some…