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Hong Kong Court Aligns with China, Bans Two Pro-independent Lawmakers
| Girish Shetti | | Nov 15, 2016 10:48 PM EST |
In a much awaited judgement, Hong Kong's high court on Tuesday ruled that the two pro-independence lawmakers are not qualified to take the office. The verdict follows last week's landmark ruling by China's top legislative body disqualifying both lawmakers from assuming office.
Hong Kong Movement: Thousands Turn up for Pro-China Rally
| Girish Shetti | | Nov 13, 2016 05:36 PM EST |
Thousands of pro-Chinese demonstrators took to the streets in Hong Kong on Sunday to give a much-needed backing to China amid a strong wave of pro-democracy sentiment sweeping across the city.
China’s President Xi Vows to Quell Separatist Movements Amid Tensions in Hong Kong
| Girish Shetti | | Nov 11, 2016 02:07 PM EST |
China will not allow any group or political entity to split the country, President Xi Jinping said on Friday, giving a stern message to pro-democracy protestors in Hong Kong. The semi-autonomous city has been on the edge following a controversy at an oath taking ceremony on October 12.
China Warns International Community not to Support 'Hong Kong Independence' Movement
| Girish Shetti | | Nov 09, 2016 02:46 PM EST |
China on Tuesday cautioned relevant countries not to offer any support to forces advocating "Hong Kong independence" movement. The warning comes amid growing protests across the semi-autonomous city against the Chinese government following the oath-taking ceremony controversy.
Hong Kong Lawyers Protest Against China’s Landmark Ruling
| Girish Shetti | | Nov 08, 2016 09:40 AM EST |
Hundreds of Hong Kong lawyers dressed in black took to streets on Tuesday to protest against China's landmark decision to ban two elected pro-independent lawmakers from taking their seats in the legislature.
Chinese Legislators say Hong Kong's Pro-Independence Activists Pose a Threat to China's Security
| Ivan Wanjiku | | Nov 07, 2016 11:34 AM EST |
China's top legislative panel has urged the Chinese government to intervene in a Hong Kong political dispute to deter people advocating for the independence of the city.
China Bars Hong Kong’s Pro-Democratic Legislators from Taking Office
| Girish Shetti | | Nov 07, 2016 06:57 AM EST |
Hong Kong citizens advocating independence from mainland China cannot hold any public office, China's top legislative body, the National People's Congress Standing Committee, ruled on Monday.
China will Directly Intervene in Hong Kong Oath Row Case
| Girish Shetti | | Nov 05, 2016 11:18 AM EDT |
China's top parliamentary panel will initiate a discussion over Hong Kong's mini-constitution and the need to re-interpret it, the Hong Kong government confirmed on Friday. The discussion over the constitution will be started over the weekend.
China’s UnionPay Bans Credit Card Payment for Overseas Insurance Products
| S. Rina | | Oct 31, 2016 09:17 PM EDT |
UnionPay announced that its mainland customers may not be able to use their UnionPay credit card for purchasing insurance products from abroad.
Record-Breaking: Parking Space in Hong Kong Sold for $HK4.8 Million
| Mia Ren | | Oct 30, 2016 09:07 AM EDT |
A single parking space has recently been taken off the market for a whopping $HK4.8 million (US$618,000), making it the most expensive lot in Hong Kong. The parking space measures 135 square feet and can be found at 55 Conduit Road, an upscale condominium complex at the Mid-Levels, one of the most lucrative residential areas in the city. J
Typhoon Haima Causes Devastation in China
| S. Rina | | Oct 22, 2016 01:01 PM EDT |
Typhoon Haima made its second landfall in China on Friday with the strength of Category 1 hurricane.
U.K.'s Latest 6 Monthly Report on Hong Kong Irks China
| Som Patidar | | Oct 14, 2016 07:32 AM EDT |
China is irked by a British government's report on Hong Kong that raises concerns over Beijing's continued 'legal interference' in the autonomous Chinese region.
UBS Cancels $4.4-B Wanda Privatization Deal
| Ellie Froilan | | Oct 11, 2016 07:43 AM EDT |
Banking giant Union Bank of Switzerland (UBS) did not proceed with the $4.4 billion deal with Dalian Wanda Commercial Properties.
Apple to Discontinue free Return Policy in Hong Kong and Macau
| Girish Shetti | | Sep 20, 2016 07:02 PM EDT |
Apple has decided to discontinue its longstanding free-of-charge return policy in Hong Kong and Macau.
3-day Loss Streak for Stock Brokers and Investors Ends on a Positive Note
| Staff Reporter | | Aug 26, 2016 12:18 PM EDT |
Friday was a good day for stock brokers in Hong Kong and mainland China as it marked the end of three-straight days that their stocks depreciated.
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