CK Hutchison's ports deal risks being dunked

CK Hutchison’s ports deal risks being dunked

What’s next China’s market regulator has not revealed the details of its antitrust probe such as whether it has started investigations and the scope of its assessment. Lawyers have said the regulator may implement anti-monopoly measures, such as prohibiting or conditionally approving the transaction. According to the deal between CK Hutchison and BlackRock, both parties…

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US, Panama discuss ‘importance’ of audit on CK Hutchison’s canal ports

US, Panama discuss ‘importance’ of audit on CK Hutchison’s canal ports

A senior United States official has discussed the importance of an ongoing audit of CK Hutchison’s management of two ports at the Panama Canal with the country’s foreign minister, amid controversy surrounding the Hong Kong company’s sales of the facilities. Panamanian authorities announced their audit of Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing’s CK Hutchison in January…

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