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Hong Kong’s Airport Authority plans to expand the capacity of its gold vault from 150 tonnes to 1,000 tonnes, in a bid to support the city’s ambitions of becoming a global trading hub for the precious metal amid fierce competition from Singapore. The authority on Monday said it was finalising the expansion plan for the […]
A group of Kwai Chung subdivided unit tenants have called on the government to resettle those displaced when the authorities begin phasing out “substandard” subdivided housing. The Kwai Chung Subdivided Units Kai Fong Association holds a press conference on October 21, 2024. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. The Kwai Chung Subdivided Units Kai Fong Association, a group […]
The “results-oriented” government Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has vowed to run seems to be having a few hiccups. Six key performance indicators (KPIs) could not be ticked off the list in time for Lee’s third policy address last week. While the six tasks span various departments and Lee explained that the delays were due […]
Hong Kong Gold Coast Residences is the perfect abode for those seeking a resort-style living experience. Amidst verdant country parks like Tai Lam Chung Reservoir, MacLehose Trail and Golden Beach, Hong Kong Gold Coast Residences offer its residents precious getaways from the hustle and bustle city life while closely commute to the Greater Bay Area. […]
Another monkey died at the Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens on Saturday, taking the total to 10 amid an outbreak of an infectious disease. Authorities said the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department would conduct a necropsy to determine whether the cause of death of the common squirrel monkey was the same as earlier cases. […]
A Set small text size A Set the default text size A Set large text size Fresh, or perhaps exhausted, from winning in Hong Kong Ajla Tomljanovic has suffered a first round defeat in the Wuhan Open, losing to Lucia Bronzetti 6-1 7-6 (7-2) in a few minutes under two hours. It was a disappointing […]
Hong Kong leader John Lee unveiled the third Policy Address of his term on Wednesday, vowing to continue his “reform mindset” with “enhanced measures” to boost the economy and improve people’s livelihoods. Chief Executive John Lee at the 2024 Policy Address press conference on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. The 2024 policy blueprint […]
I obviously haven’t been keeping up with the local economic scene, because it came as a complete surprise to discover that the key to our future prosperity was something called the “low-altitude economy.” A drone. Photo: Flickr. Apparently this idea has been around for some time. It was mentioned in the national government’s work report and […]
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu unveiled new policies targeting Hong Kong’s notorious subdivided flats this week, aiming to improve the livelihoods of about 110,000 households living in the cramped homes. But critics have hit out at the government, saying the policy legitimises the problem by effectively allowing 70 per cent of the homes to stay, […]
For many, life after work may seem like the beginning of a slower pace, but for 800 volunteers with the Hong Kong Red Cross’ Elderly Unit, retirement is just a new beginning. “It’s a beautiful thing when you’re not just helping others, but you’re also discovering a new purpose in life after retirement,” said Jackie […]