China could tap 12 trillion yuan in new debt for stimulus in 2025, economist says

To ensure stimulus measures are long-lasting and effective, a Chinese economist said, speed and scale must be prioritised.

Beijing hails cross-strait policies as Taiwanese visitor numbers, residence bids surge

Some 994,000 travel permits and 296.1 million Taiwanese visitors to mainland China so far this year point to policy success, observers say.

China lodges ‘solemn protest’ and demands justice from Myanmar over consulate attack

Foreign ministry also asks Myanmar to ‘step up security for Chinese institutions, projects and personnel’ after the incident in Mandalay.

Alibaba start-up competition: Hong Kong officials tout city as ideal launch pad

Speakers at the Jumpstarter Ignition Gala highlighted the city’s advantageous position between mainland China and the larger Asia-Pacific market.

Germany opens Nato naval command centre on Baltic Sea

Commander Task Force Baltic will coordinate naval activities in the region’, provide Nato with ‘maritime situation picture around the clock’.

Hong Kong holds off sweeping privacy law revamp over concerns of impact on businesses

Privacy watchdog says stakeholders feel stiffer penalties over data breaches ‘should be done carefully amid lukewarm economic climate’.

Hong Kong trade body hails liquor tax cut but some firms find little to cheer about

Activities and interest around liquor trading have ‘significantly increased’ since the tax cut was announced, says Trade Development Council’s Sophia Chong.

Hong Kong traders call for grace period ahead of second phase of plastics ban next year

A supplier stresses the need for a transition period to help businesses adjust to the new regulation.

Hong Kong police issue public appeals for help to locate missing 15-year-old twin sisters

Kong Wing-ki and Kong Wing-yan left their Cheung Sha Wan home on October 9 and October 16 respectively.

Microsoft closes Azure subscription for individuals to access OpenAI in mainland China

Owing to local regulatory requirements, only enterprise customers are eligible to subscribe to Azure OpenAI Service in mainland China.