Russia and China, Tehran’s two most powerful diplomatic partners, have labelled the US-Israeli war on Iran that has killed more than 1,000 people a clear violation of international law. President Vladimir Putin called the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Saturday a “cynical violation of all norms of human morals”. Recommended Stories list…
Qatar Airways said it’s starting a limited number of relief flights today to help passengers stranded in the Middle East get out, as commercial services remain suspended due to the closed airspace. FILE PHOTO: A Qatar Airways plane sits on the tarmac at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, California, U.S. March 3,…
The first passenger flight to return to Hong Kong from the Middle East on Wednesday night amid the escalating conflict in the region was made possible by safe corridors in United Arab Emirates (UAE) airspace, an aviation expert has said, outlining the challenges of flying over conflict zones. Captain Steven Dominique Cheung, chairman of the…
Hong Kong tycoons have expressed confidence in the Middle East’s economic outlook amid continued strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory attacks, stressing that the city’s economy is unlikely to be affected. Speaking to the media in Beijing on the sidelines of the “two sessions” – the nation’s annual parliamentary…
Hong Kong travellers rejoiced on Wednesday evening after arriving home safely on the first flight from Dubai to the city since US-Israeli strikes on Iran disrupted global air links. Emirates flight EK380 was the first to arrive after Dubai’s two airports resumed “limited” operations two days ago, landing at around 9.50pm. Dubai International Airport and…
Fewer Hongkongers withdrew funds from the city’s mandatory pension plan in the fourth quarter of last year, as a stock market rally prompted more members to leave their investments in place even when they stopped working or left the city, according to analysts. The number of people taking their money out of the Mandatory Provident…
Middle Eastern exhibitors at the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show expect poorer business due to disruptions brought on by the US-Israel war against Iran, while organisers have reported “a small number” of participants being affected by flight cancellations and delays. The event, which opened on Wednesday at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, is…
The conflict in Iran could raise cargo transport costs from Asia to Europe by at least 10 per cent, according to Hong Kong sector representatives, as major shipping companies suspended bookings to and from the Middle East or imposed significant war-risk surcharges. Lawmaker Tommy Chung Ki-fung, who represents the import and export constituency, explained on…
More than 400 Hongkongers have reported being stranded in the Middle East after major airspace closures triggered by the US-Israeli war on Iran disrupted dozens of flights between the city and the region. There are no signs yet of when they might return home, even as major transit hubs including Dubai airports resumed limited operations….
Last Updated:March 03, 2026, 12:52 IST Wang Yi said China supports Iran in safeguarding its sovereignty, security, territorial integrity, and national dignity, and in upholding its lawful rights and interests. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. China has expressed support for Iran in the ongoing West Asia conflict. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone…