New international body for mediation formed in Hong Kong
Heralded as the world's first intergovernmental body dedicated solely to mediation, the IOMed, championed by China and a broad coalition of nations, is primed to offer a powerful,…
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2 killed as cargo plane skids off runway at Hong Kong airport
While four crew members on the plane evacuated using escape slides, the 41-year-old patrol car driver and a 30-year-old security officer were fatally trapped in the vehicle that…
Hong Kong unveils homegrown robot dog, multi-purpose dual-arm droid
The quadruped robot — named LY1 — is relatively small and its agility allows it to work in complex environments. It can independently traverse rugged and challenging terrain.
Hong Kong transforms into a vibrant spectacle for the Mid-Autumn Festival
From Victoria Park to Wong Tai Sin Temple, iconic sites are illuminated with both intricate modern lantern displays and the warm glow of traditional paper lanterns.
Rampant student fraud prompts call for action in Hong Kong
The survey, which found average losses of around HK$1,100 ($140) but with one case reaching HK$10,000, underscores an urgent need for a collaborative protective shield involving…
Hong Kong sets 10-year housing target at 420,000 units
This comes after the city significantly reduced its public housing backlog over the past three years, sheltering more than 100,000 families in public rental or subsidised flats…
Hong Kong officials vow to harness AI to boost efficiency, tourism experience
The Digital Policy Office (DPO), chaired by Tony Wong Chi-kwong, will roll out several high-impact, scalable AI flagship projects to serve as models in areas like data analysis,…
Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Chile and Bangladesh seeking to join RCEP
The RCEP currently consists of China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and all ten members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
Hong Kong’s new industrial push: What’s on the agenda?
In the latest Policy Address unveiled recently, the special administrative region government charted a new course to nurture emerging sectors, ranging from artificial intelligence…
Dire warnings, early planning for Super Typhoon Ragasa pay off for Hong Kong
Economists expect lower financial disruption from Ragasa, with the stock market remaining open and increased ability to work from home.