In Focus | What comes next for Hong Kong as a global financial hub?
What will a stronger international financial centre look like for Hong Kong? Doubling down on yuan internationalisation is…
AI ‘central plank’ in Hong Kong’s economic development, John Lee says
Hong Kong’s high-quality economic development will be guided by its first five-year blueprint and the coming policy address,…
Hong Kong ranks No 2 in global competitiveness with best showing in 7 years
Hong Kong has ranked as the second-most globally competitive economy – its best performance in seven years –…
Graduates of top vocational school spared brunt of AI impact, new chairman says
Graduates of Hong Kong’s largest vocational training institution have largely avoided the negative effects of AI and could…
IMF lauds resilient Hong Kong economy, but warns of risks linked to Middle East war
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lauded the resilience of Hong Kong’s economy, noting a sustained recovery despite…
Hong Kong urged to shift from role as ‘superconnector’ to ‘value-adder’
Hong Kong must evolve beyond acting solely as a “superconnector” and reposition itself as a “super value-adder”, a…
No Exchange Fund withdrawal in next 5 years after latest transfers: Paul Chan
Hong Kong does not plan to make another transfer from its Exchange Fund in the next five years,…
Budget reveal: government turns matchmaker with stronger hand in shaping economy
Hong Kong’s finance chief on Wednesday lived up to his credentials as a chartered accountant when he produced…
Exclusive | ‘Huge funds’ for tech hub, incentives for aerospace sector in Hong Kong budget: sources
Hong Kong’s finance chief will earmark substantial funds for a new innovation hub near the border with mainland…
Hong Kong budget 2026-27: ‘sweeteners’ for grass roots or the middle class?
Hong Kong’s improving fiscal position has prompted a groundswell of calls for the government to offer more “sweeteners”…
Hong Kong must keep cash buffer amid complicated geopolitics: Paul Chan
Hong Kong must maintain cash reserves to cope with geopolitical shocks and support long-term growth, even with a…
Hong Kong’s finance chief confirms early surplus, vows more elderly support
Hong Kong’s finance chief has confirmed the city will achieve an early operating account surplus thanks to strong…