Hong Kong lawmakers may face suspension, pay cuts under proposed misconduct rules

Hong Kong lawmakers may face suspension, pay cuts under proposed misconduct rules

Hong Kong’s legislature is expected to investigate evidence-based, real-name complaints about lawmakers’ conduct through a committee with an expanded scope, as part of a proposal to revamp current guidelines and regulations. Andrew Leung Kwan-yuen, president of the Legislative Council, said on Thursday that those found in violation could face the maximum penalty of suspension from…

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PLA aircraft carrier Shandong and warships make first Hong Kong port visit ahead of public tours

PLA aircraft carrier Shandong and warships make first Hong Kong port visit ahead of public tours

PLA Navy showcases major warships during Hong Kong port call The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy has deployed several of its major surface combatants to Hong Kong, including the aircraft carrier Shandong, for a port visit that will include public viewing opportunities. The event is part of a broader effort to showcase Chinese naval capabilities…

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Hong Kong tourists undeterred by manga prediction that quake will hit Japan on July 5

Hong Kong tourists undeterred by manga prediction that quake will hit Japan on July 5

Hong Kong travel agencies have not recorded widespread cancellations of Japan-bound tour groups for the coming weekend, despite a manga artist’s widely discussed prediction that a mega-earthquake will hit the country on Saturday. But some business insiders suggested the number of tours this summer was expected to fall by half compared with last year. The…

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Emperor’s financial struggle mirrors the current state of Hong Kong’s property sector

Emperor’s financial struggle mirrors the current state of Hong Kong’s property sector

Just over five years ago, residential and commercial real estate prices and rents were hitting record highs. Developers reported robust earnings and had access to cheap financing, boosting their confidence – and that of investors – to spend more on new projects or acquire existing income-generating properties. But this golden era ended abruptly. Social unrest…

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Emperor’s financial struggle mirrors the current state of Hong Kong’s property sector

Emperor’s financial struggle mirrors the current state of Hong Kong’s property sector

Just over five years ago, residential and commercial real estate prices and rents were hitting record highs. Developers reported robust earnings and had access to cheap financing, boosting their confidence – and that of investors – to spend more on new projects or acquire existing income-generating properties. But this golden era ended abruptly. Social unrest…

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