Seagulls are pictured at the Baltic Sea beach in Timmendorfer Strand, Germany, on a sunny Sunday, April 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Probst)

    Xi Says China Is Willing to Work With Africa on Middle East Conflict Impact

    BEIJING, April 21 (Reuters) – ⁠China ⁠is willing ⁠to work with African ​countries to address the ‌spillover effects of ‌the Middle ⁠East ⁠conflict, President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday ​while meeting with Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo in ​Beijing, state media reported. “The spillover ⁠effects ⁠of the ⁠Middle East ​conflict are affecting African countries, ​and China…

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    Hong Kong Completes First Green Methanol Bunkering Operation

      SINOBUNKER, Sinopec Hong Kong, and China Merchants Ro-Ro Complete Hong Kong’s First Green Methanol Bunkering Operation

      On March 5, 2026, Hong Kong’s maritime industry reached a significant milestone with the successful completion of the city’s inaugural green methanol bunkering operation. The mission, a collaborative effort between SINOBUNKER (a subsidiary of COSCO SHIPPING), Sinopec Hong Kong, and China Merchants Ro-Ro, officially marks Hong Kong’s entry into the era of green alternative fuel…

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        This Dirt-Cheap ETF Covers Small-Cap Stocks From Both Developed and Emerging Markets. Here Is Why That Combination Could Be One of the Best Long-Term Diversifiers Right Now

        Small-cap stocks are trading at extremely cheap valuations relative to their large-cap counterparts right now. International stocks are trading at a discount relative to U.S.-listed stocks. The Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-U.S. Small-Cap Index ETF (VSS 0.60%) allows you to capitalize on both attractive stock market categories. As the name suggests, this ETF invests in small-cap…

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          Here Are All 48 Stocks Warren Buffett’s Successor, Greg Abel, Is Overseeing in Berkshire Hathaway’s $320 Billion Portfolio

          Key Points It’s an entirely new era for Berkshire Hathaway, with longtime CEO Warren Buffett retiring on Dec. 31 and his understudy, Greg Abel, taking the reins. The Oracle of Omaha and Abel share similar investment philosophies, right down to devoting an outsize share of capital to their best ideas. Many of the billion-dollar wagers…

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          A chart showing Apple’s end of year market capitalization under Tim Cook

            Apple’s new boss faces dual challenge in China

            Apple’s new CEO must navigate twin challenges in China — of competing in an increasingly fractured market, while maintaining efforts to reduce reliance on the country as a supplier. Outgoing boss Tim Cook won plaudits from analysts and investors for adroitly managing Apple’s relations with Beijing, even as tensions intensified between the US and China:…

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            ‘It can always get worse’: Readers warn voting Reform could backfire at local elections

            Stay on top of the latest political news with our View from Westminster newsletter Get the latest political headlines with our free email Get the latest political headlines with our free email With local elections approaching, a report from Alex Ross in Swindon – a long-standing “bellwether” seat – has sparked debate among Independent subscribers….

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            Compliance Tips for Foreign Companies

              Compliance Tips for Foreign Companies

              Hong Kong offers foreign companies access to a highly skilled, multilingual workforce and a business-friendly regulatory environment, making it a key gateway for regional expansion in Asia. However, employers must ensure compliance with local labor laws, MPF contributions, payroll reporting obligations, and immigration requirements when hiring employees in the territory. and continues to serve as…

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