Hong Kong scientists say anti-microbe drug fights C-19
An affordable anti-microbial drug used to treat stomach ulcers and bacterial infections has shown promise in combatting the coronavirus in animals, scientists in Hong Kong announced Monday.
Tag: Hong Kong
‘Made in Hong Kong’ suffers from US-China tensions
The popular Hong Kong brand falls victim to spiralling diplomatic tensions.
Hong Kong businesses back security law despite fears
China’s new security law has sent fear coursing through many Hong Kong residents.
Hong Kong airport to resume some limited transit services
Hong Kong will partly resume transit services at its international airport next week.
Virus sparks boom for local farmers in import dependent Hong Kong
Hong Kong residents turn to local food producers as they run out of imports.
Cathay Pacific 2019 profits plunge due to virus
Cathay Pacific’s profits plunged in 2019 as it reeled from political unrest in Hong Kong.
The rise of youth power in SE Asia and the future of free trade
If there is a word to describe the multitude of public protests around the world in 2019, it will be “youth”.
NBA loses ‘hundreds of millions’ in China over Hong Kong tweet
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Saturday the league expects to lose “several hundred million dollars” due to a row with China over a tweet by Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey supporting Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters.
Viral hysteria: Hong Kong panic sparks run on toilet paper
Panic buyers in Hong Kong snap up toilet paper after false online claims of shortages.
Hong Kong reports first death of coronavirus patient
Hong Kong media said the man had health issues complicated his treatment.
The rise of youth power and the future of free trade
More than half of the Southeast Asian population is under the age of 30
Wuhan SARS-like virus adds to Hong Kong’s financial woes
SARS-like virus in China is the last thing Hong Kong’s struggling economy needs.
How is Hong Kong doing?
If you haven’t paid much attention to Hong Kong before, it must have somehow received your attention over the past six months.
President Xi Jinping gives Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lim ‘unwavering support’
Xi Jinping told beleaguered Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam yesterday that she had Beijing’s “unwavering support”.
Hong Kongers await Beijing olive branch after rare calm
The last two weeks has seen a dramatic drop-off in clashes and vandalism.
Asian markets down as Trump sparks China anger with HK law
Asian markets mostly fell as optimism over the China-US trade talks took a jolt.
Cambodia supports measure to end violence in Hong Kong
The National Police has expressed support for Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s measures to put an end to violence and to restore public order.
Alibaba shares surge almost 8% on Hong Kong debut
Shares in Chinese online retail giant Alibaba soar almost eight percent.
Interference in China’s internal affairs will trigger countermeasures
The Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act passed by the US Senate on Tuesday requires Washington to review Hong Kong’s autonomy annually to justify the special trading status the city receives under United States law.
Cambodia falls 2-0 to HK in 2022 World Cup qualifier
Cambodia’s misfortunes in international football are back with losing to Hong Kong.
Why Hong Kong violence concerns Singapore
Singaporean leaders tend to be blunt when it comes to Chinese affairs. The ongoing turmoil in Hong Kong is no exception.
How much violence do we show as a media outlet?
Extreme acts of violence are shaking our world. Whether they’re happening in Chile, Bolivia, Syria or Hong Kong — violence levels seem to be rising on a daily basis.
Two systems’ does not grant freedom to ignore the law
To those claiming the rioters in Hong Kong are peaceful protesters, the question is how violent do the rioters need to be for them to describe things as they really are, rather than how they try to portray them.
Social and civil unrests become more frequent and increasingly severe
As the recent social civil unrests in Baghdad, Barcelona, Hong Kong and Quito will attest, riots have not only become more frequent but the damage that they inflict have become much more considerable.
Cambodia to face Hong Kong in World Cup qualifier tomorrow
Cambodia national football team is in Hong Kong preparing for the second round.
American living in Hong Kong tells true story about “peaceful protesters”
Dan Albertson has a different take on Hong Kong’s recent wave of violence.
Could Hong Kong crisis affect all of Asia?
Hong Kong has been critically hit by a series of violent protests and riots since June. This vibrant city is now faced with a severe political crisis leading to economic slowdown and social unrest.
Urban Village launches showflat in Hong Kong
Urban Village has recently opened a showflat in Hong Kong.
Is the crisis of capitalism a crisis of democracy?
Globalisation has many winners, but there are losers too, and they are taking to the streets around the world. The list of countries where there is unrest spans the globe: Hong Kong, Lebanon, France, Chile and Ecuador.
Colour revolution with Hong Kong’s characteristics
The violent protests in Hong Kong over the past seven months have significantly rocked the economy, legitimacy, and society of this financial centre of Asia. It is very alarming and a challenge for the Hong Kong government to take appropriate and effective intervention to curb the protests.
