China is elevating its digital competitiveness on the world’s stage, according to the latest rankings from a Swiss academic institute, while those behind the findings caution that trade fragmentation is weighing on economies’ digital prowess globally. The world’s second-largest economy has reached an all-time high of 12th place among 69 economies in terms of overall…
Global trade tensions, stoked by China-US tariffs, are settling into a steadier balance as the world braces for fresh challenges from rapid technological disruptions, financial leaders said on Tuesday at a summit in Hong Kong. The China-US relationship had entered into a more “stable equilibrium” after last week’s talks between the leaders of the world’s…
Michael and I are longtime digital nomads who have spent much of 2025 in Asia, and now we’re in Hong Kong, arguably the third most important financial center in the world, after New York and London. And to our surprise, we’re not loving it. Hong Kong is, of course, a small area on the coast…
(Reuters) -Chinese autonomous driving firm WeRide plans to price its Hong Kong share sale at HK$27.10 per share, aiming to raise HK$2.39 billion ($307.7 million) from the listing, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday. Reuters reported last month that WeRide had tapped Morgan Stanley and China International Capital Corp to lead its planned dual primary listing…
Home » VISA AND PASSPORT NEWS » China Expands Talent Visa Scheme to Hong Kong and Macau, Boosting Tourism and Business Travel Opportunities Published on November 4, 2025 Starting November 5, 2025, China is set to broaden the scope of its talent visa program, enhancing the movement of professionals between mainland China, Hong Kong, and…
Home » SPORTS TOURISM » Cross-Boundary Torch Relay Kicks Off in Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao for National Games Published on November 4, 2025 In a historical event, the first cross-boundary torch relay of China’s National Games was launched which linked Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao. The crossing of the torch was a week ahead…
Home » ASIA » Ho Chi Minh City Joins Bangkok, Hong Kong, Istanbul in Seeing Phenomenal Rise in Global Tourism, Attracting Multi Million Visitors This Year Published on November 3, 2025 By: Tuhin Sarkar Ho Chi Minh City joins the ranks of global tourism giants like Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Istanbul, witnessing a phenomenal rise…
Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning made the announcement on Monday, ending a prolonged Covid-19-era freeze that left Canada off China’s outbound tour lists, even as group travel resumed to more than 130 other destinations. Mao said the decision was taken after “comprehensive” consideration of Chinese travellers’ demands and destination safety. “The move will further…
Local basketball officials have said that staging the National Games’ men’s under-22 tournament in Hong Kong could prove to be a stepping stone to something “bigger” in the future. Set to be held at the Coliseum from November 10 to 20, the competition could be a milestone for Hong Kong, and not only in showcasing…
Hongkongers will be able to use facial recognition at more mainland Chinese checkpoints, while more professionals from additional regions across the border will be granted longer stays in the city under new policies announced by national immigration authorities on Monday. According to the National Immigration Administration, Hong Kong residents with a mainland travel permit will,…