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At the heart of Malaysia’s shift is Tun Razak Exchange (TRX), a purpose-built international financial centre developed to support the country’s financial ecosystem and global ambitions. “TRX is a... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/inside-malaysias-financial-centre/article/3351251/kuala-lumpur-rises-global-financial-hub-trx-marks-next-chapter?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/inside-malaysias-financial-centre/article/3351251/kuala-lumpur-rises-global-financial-hub-trx-marks-next-chapter?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:06 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors In 2022, a report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development showed that less than 10 per cent of global plastic waste was recycled. Other research, published in Nature, showed that of the 400 million tonnes (440 million US tons) of plastic produced that year, fewer than 38 million came from recycled sources. In China, where about one-third of the world’s plastic is produced, the materials science company Dow is testing its new Track and Trace Platform in collaboration with... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/driving-plastics-circularity/article/3346946/waste-bottle-technology-gives-packaging-waste-verifiable-second-life?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/driving-plastics-circularity/article/3346946/waste-bottle-technology-gives-packaging-waste-verifiable-second-life?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors In recent years, Hong Kong has introduced a wealth of measures to attract well-educated, skilled professionals from around the world to develop their careers in the city. Between late 2022 and the end of last month, the city welcomed more than 270,000 talented professionals – a number of whom also brought along their families as they began a new chapter in their lives. These efforts continue to play a major part in driving Hong Kong’s transition to a new economic model, which emphasises the... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-global-hub-talent/article/3347148/global-talent-summit-week-highlights-why-hong-kong-attracts-high-calibre-professionals?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-global-hub-talent/article/3347148/global-talent-summit-week-highlights-why-hong-kong-attracts-high-calibre-professionals?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:00:08 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors The use of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies has advanced rapidly around the world in recent years, but the benefits are not available to everyone. More than a quarter of the world’s population – about 2.2 billion people, according to figures released last November by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – remains disconnected from the internet, unable to access essential services such as education and finance, which continue to move online. This disconnect is... https://www.scmp.com/native/tech/topics/technological-game-changers/article/3347140/huaweis-commitment-global-connectivity-bridges-digital-divide?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/tech/topics/technological-game-changers/article/3347140/huaweis-commitment-global-connectivity-bridges-digital-divide?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Mar 2026 03:32:29 +0000 Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai The teachings of philosopher and psychologist John Dewey, who was a major 20th-century education reformer, still resonate with teachers around the world today. He believed that learning is a social, communal process – requiring students to build their own understanding based on personal experience – and involves a continuous, lifelong journey, rather than merely a means to an end for gaining knowledge for one’s future career. He wrote: “The aim of education is growth: the aim of growth is more... https://www.scmp.com/native/news/hong-kong/education/topics/edtalk-cais-2026/article/3345350/how-education-develops-pathway-students-lifelong-growth?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/news/hong-kong/education/topics/edtalk-cais-2026/article/3345350/how-education-develops-pathway-students-lifelong-growth?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:08 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors UOB turns 90 this year, marking a milestone defined by people and progress. Since 1935, the bank has grown alongside Singapore and across the region by building lasting connections with its communities, colleagues and customers. Its anniversary celebrations reflect this focus, with initiatives that honour this shared history while building the future of Asean. Communities: shaping the future together For UOB, 2025 has been a year of giving back on a grand scale, with a strong focus on education.... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3334295/uob-marks-90th-anniversary-singapore-honouring-communities-colleagues-and-customers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3334295/uob-marks-90th-anniversary-singapore-honouring-communities-colleagues-and-customers?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:02:17 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors For companies expanding beyond their home markets, growth across Asia rarely follows a straight line. Regulations vary, supply chains stretch across borders and capital needs evolve with shifting currencies. Hong Kong plays a critical role in simplifying this journey. Its connectivity to mainland China and its role as an international financial and trading centre make the city a natural command point for regional expansion. This is the space in which UOB Hong Kong operates. As the bank enters... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3343125/beyond-banking-how-uob-hong-kong-supports-growth-across-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3343125/beyond-banking-how-uob-hong-kong-supports-growth-across-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:31:52 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Schneider Electric, a French multinational energy technology company, established Hong Kong as one of its global hubs. From the city, it is helping integrate electrification, automation and digital intelligence across buildings, infrastructure and transport systems. “Hong Kong’s location at the heart of Asia, combined with its advanced infrastructure, digital maturity and globally experienced talent pool, provides a strong foundation for a scalable innovation ecosystem,” says Jonathan Chiu,... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3341781/how-schneider-electric-powers-hong-kongs-ecosystem-innovation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3341781/how-schneider-electric-powers-hong-kongs-ecosystem-innovation?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way millions of people experience and connect with the world as computer systems that can copy intelligent human behaviour are growing more accessible, efficient and affordable – and increasingly embedded into our everyday work and leisure activities. Research tracking and interpreting major AI advances, investment surges, regulatory growth and adoption trends in this field has shown that people across China are embracing the potential of this... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/travel-leisure/topics/ai-driven-tourism-tomorrow/article/3343029/how-use-ai-will-help-travel-operators-transform-behaviour-holidaymakers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/travel-leisure/topics/ai-driven-tourism-tomorrow/article/3343029/how-use-ai-will-help-travel-operators-transform-behaviour-holidaymakers?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Feb 2026 04:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Since its inception, the Shaw Prize has honoured individuals who have made recent groundbreaking contributions to modern civilisation through their academic and scientific work. It has enabled these scientists working in the fields of astronomy, life science and medicine, and mathematical sciences and their discoveries benefiting humankind to also inspire a new generation of innovators to make contributions to the world with their skills and talent. The prestigious annual international award was... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/innovations-humanity/article/3343053/new-shaw-prize-computer-science-category-honours-more-innovators-who-benefit-society?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/innovations-humanity/article/3343053/new-shaw-prize-computer-science-category-honours-more-innovators-who-benefit-society?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:00:11 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Deepa Jivan has always had a strong creative drive. The London-born founder and CEO of J.Gordhan & Co has used that talent to build a successful business that specialises in designing and developing safe and sustainable arts and crafts products, stationery, lifestyle and educational products, including knitting and crochet kits, craft-themed gifts, stickers, painting-by-numbers and children’s party essentials. Her Hong Kong-based company creates new designs in-house and works with more than 80... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/helping-smes-grow-globally/article/3342076/how-standard-chartereds-sme-banking-helps-hong-kong-arts-and-crafts-design-firms-growth?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/helping-smes-grow-globally/article/3342076/how-standard-chartereds-sme-banking-helps-hong-kong-arts-and-crafts-design-firms-growth?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:00:11 +0000 Angie Hon,Kristie Ko,Dominic Ngai,Morning Studio editors Angie Hon,Kristie Ko,Dominic Ngai,Morning Studio editors Turning something you love into a thriving business is the dream of many people. And it is even more special when that passion passes down from one generation to the next. Beijing native Chen Lizhong is one of the lucky people who has had the chance to accomplish both. She is the founder and owner of Tiansai Vineyards, a boutique winery located in Bayingolin Mongol autonomous prefecture, also known as Bazhou, in China’s far-west Xinjiang region. “Owning a winery had been my dream for years... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/carrying-legacy/article/3341406/winery-owner-inspires-daughter-build-online-video-channel-and-take-chinese-wine-global?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/carrying-legacy/article/3341406/winery-owner-inspires-daughter-build-online-video-channel-and-take-chinese-wine-global?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 29 Jan 2026 02:00:15 +0000 Morning Studio editors,Jamie Barys,Wing Chan,Gina Lee Morning Studio editors,Jamie Barys,Wing Chan,Gina Lee Special economic zones (SEZs) have long powered global growth by offering pro-business policies, streamlined regulations and infrastructure tailored to investors’ needs. Now, Southeast Asia is preparing to welcome a new high-profile entrant: the Johor-Singapore SEZ (JS-SEZ), a cross-border initiative announced in 2024 to deepen Malaysia-Singapore integration. For the JS-SEZ to succeed, strong execution is key, with financial institutions like UOB playing a central role. The bank is set to... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3333340/why-all-eyes-are-johor-singapore-special-economic-zone?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3333340/why-all-eyes-are-johor-singapore-special-economic-zone?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 Jan 2026 03:00:13 +0000 Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai As globalisation and technological advancements continue to reshape the way we live and work, educational institutions must also evolve to help equip students with the right mindset and skills to tackle the challenges in our rapidly changing world. Academic innovation has been the guiding principle at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), in the city of Suzhou, in eastern China’s Jiangsu province, which is an international, research-focused joint venture between Xi’an Jiaotong University... https://www.scmp.com/native/news/hong-kong/education/topics/edtalk-xjtlu-2025-26/article/3339710/academic-innovation-can-help-budding-entrepreneurs-overcome-future-challenges?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/news/hong-kong/education/topics/edtalk-xjtlu-2025-26/article/3339710/academic-innovation-can-help-budding-entrepreneurs-overcome-future-challenges?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:08 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Education has long been considered one of the strongest forces for social progress, shaping safer, healthier and more equitable societies. But as the world changes, learning must evolve with it – a belief that is at the heart of the Yidan Prize, which recognises innovations with the power to transform education and bring lasting change for all. Established in 2016, the annual award honours and supports changemakers whose action-driven research and evidence-based practices are improving education... https://www.scmp.com/native/news/people-culture/topics/global-changemakers-education/article/3336852/how-years-yidan-prize-laureates-reshape-modern-literacy-and-skills-worldwide?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/news/people-culture/topics/global-changemakers-education/article/3336852/how-years-yidan-prize-laureates-reshape-modern-literacy-and-skills-worldwide?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 23 Dec 2025 04:05:08 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Indonesia is pursuing one of the boldest economic visions in Asean, aiming to reach annual growth of 8 per cent by 2028. This ambitious target demands a significant shift in how the country produces, processes and exports goods. Downstreaming and logistics efficiency are at the heart of such efforts, and UOB Indonesia is working to channel the investment required to make that transformation possible. UOB launched its foreign direct investment (FDI) advisory unit in Indonesia in 2013, and has... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3334855/uob-links-investors-projects-powering-indonesias-growing-economy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3334855/uob-links-investors-projects-powering-indonesias-growing-economy?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 23 Dec 2025 03:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Thailand has set ambitious climate goals which include achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2065. These targets aim to transform one of Asia’s most fossil-fuel-dependent economies into a regional leader in clean growth. To attain these goals, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development estimates that Thailand will need US$22 billion for renewable energy investments between 2022 and 2037, as well as a further US$28 billion for energy... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3333691/capital-funding-clean-green-credibility-uob-powers-thailands-net-zero-journey?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3333691/capital-funding-clean-green-credibility-uob-powers-thailands-net-zero-journey?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Dec 2025 03:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai,Wing Chan,Gina Lee Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai,Wing Chan,Gina Lee In a 2018 speech at the Singapore University of Technology and Design, Lee Hsien Loong, the city state’s prime minister at the time, told students about how design has played a critical role in Singapore’s development since its independence in 1965. “Singapore is a nation by design,” he said. “Nothing we have today is natural, or happened by itself. Somebody thought about it, made it happen.” Over the past 60 years, Singapore has devised many creative solutions to improve the lives of its... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/nation-design/article/3333631/nation-design-how-singapores-creative-spirit-drives-its-development?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/nation-design/article/3333631/nation-design-how-singapores-creative-spirit-drives-its-development?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:32:05 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Start-ups that offer solutions to global problems involving organic waste disposal, protein food shortages and health problems affecting babies and pregnant women are heading to southern China to achieve their goals. They are setting up in the special economic district of Qianhai, within the Greater Bay Area (GBA), which comprises Hong Kong, Macau, Shenzhen and eight other mainland Chinese cities. Qianhai, or Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone, was created in... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/chinas-gba-innovation-hub/article/3333331/young-tech-entrepreneurs-enticed-southern-chinas-innovation-hub-qianhai?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/chinas-gba-innovation-hub/article/3333331/young-tech-entrepreneurs-enticed-southern-chinas-innovation-hub-qianhai?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:00:10 +0000 Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai The growing use of data and technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) – computer systems that can copy intelligent human behaviour – has enabled companies to offer their customers more individualised products and services, which have transformed many different parts of people’s everyday lives. Personalised learning – a student-focused educational approach that tailors the instruction based on an individual’s strengths, interests and goals – is also becoming increasingly popular with... https://www.scmp.com/native/news/hong-kong/education/topics/edtalk-xjtlu-2025/article/3331441/how-one-university-uses-ai-prepare-students-their-future-careers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/news/hong-kong/education/topics/edtalk-xjtlu-2025/article/3331441/how-one-university-uses-ai-prepare-students-their-future-careers?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:00:10 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors What is on your plate? In Malaysia, it is usually a heap of white rice, a serving of protein and a single vegetable on the side. But according to Dr Roseline Yap, a nutritionist who is also managing editor of the Malaysian Journal of Nutrition, a simple shift in portions – along with better choices for cooking them – can turn that plate into the foundation for long-term health. “Malaysians are not consuming enough vegetables and fruit. The diet is very low in dietary fibre and lacks vitamins,... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/future-sustainable-palm-oil/article/3329367/what-goes-building-healthier-malaysian-plate?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/future-sustainable-palm-oil/article/3329367/what-goes-building-healthier-malaysian-plate?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 27 Oct 2025 03:00:10 +0000 Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai Morning Studio editors,Dominic Ngai Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), especially those engaged in cross-border trade, are facing challenges in the current geopolitical and economic environment, including tougher trade barriers, market access uncertainty, potential supply chain disruption, currency exchange volatility and the threat of rising costs. However, companies that are supported by the right partner that can offer them in-depth insights into major market investment trends and sophisticated technological and... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/helping-smes-grow-globally/article/3329872/business-leaders-reveal-how-smes-can-scale-their-operations-amid-economic-uncertainties?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/helping-smes-grow-globally/article/3329872/business-leaders-reveal-how-smes-can-scale-their-operations-amid-economic-uncertainties?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 23 Oct 2025 08:00:23 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors You might not realise it, but there is one ingredient that appears in almost everything you use every day, from instant noodles to ice cream, lipstick and laundry detergent. Its name? Palm oil. More specifically, Malaysian palm oil. The country is one of the world’s top producers of this widely consumed vegetable oil, supplying various industries across the globe. “It is the most versatile and safest vegetable oil, and therefore one of the most widely consumed oils on the market,” says Professor... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/future-sustainable-palm-oil/article/3327983/secret-ingredient-your-daily-life-why-malaysian-palm-oil-used-around-world?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/future-sustainable-palm-oil/article/3327983/secret-ingredient-your-daily-life-why-malaysian-palm-oil-used-around-world?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:00:10 +0000 Nick Jones,Angie Hon,Morning Studio editors Nick Jones,Angie Hon,Morning Studio editors Shanghai, an important financial centre in mainland China, is a collision of old and new that can be seen in the two faces of the city. In this metropolis of around 25 million people, traditional shikumen buildings and longtang, or alleyways, jostle for space with gleaming skyscrapers. It has a global identity yet still recognises its deep cultural roots. “For me, the city is full of very old streets and small restaurants that only the Shanghainese know,” says Tony Chen, assistant director of... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/travel-leisure/topics/heartbeat-destination/article/3327952/spirit-shanghai-gets-distilled-pair-cocktails?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/travel-leisure/topics/heartbeat-destination/article/3327952/spirit-shanghai-gets-distilled-pair-cocktails?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Oct 2025 03:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Sustainability has evolved from a strategic differentiator to a business imperative, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean). Representing 97 per cent of private-sector businesses and 85 per cent of the labour force in the region, SMEs are critical to long-term economic growth. But with rising expectations for supply chains and growing investor scrutiny, embedding environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives into... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3323280/why-sustainable-finance-critical-asean-smes-seeking-long-term-resilience?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3323280/why-sustainable-finance-critical-asean-smes-seeking-long-term-resilience?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Oct 2025 03:01:12 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors For a group of 12 young entrepreneurs from Germany, the Greater Bay Area (GBA) offers unique opportunities to dramatically accelerate their start-up journey. With the support of Hong Kong’s Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Chris Sun, the entrepreneurs were part of a delegation that visited the GBA in September, organised in collaboration with Hong Kong Talent Engage (HKTE), an office under the government’s Labour and Welfare Bureau designed to attract international professionals and support... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-global-hub-talent/article/3327194/start-scale-strategies-growth-hong-kong-and-beyond?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-global-hub-talent/article/3327194/start-scale-strategies-growth-hong-kong-and-beyond?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 30 Sep 2025 04:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Many mainland China-based consumer brands have expanded their presence around the world in recent years in a concerted effort to diversify and scale their business activities. From the technology conglomerate Huawei and electric vehicle maker BYD to coffeehouse chain Luckin Coffee, Chinese brands have begun to expand beyond their home turf and are growing in prominence overseas in their respective sectors. Midea, the Chinese home appliance and electronic devices brand – producer of everything... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/innovating-world/article/3326766/sustainable-5g-and-ai-factory-thailand-powers-mideas-global-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/innovating-world/article/3326766/sustainable-5g-and-ai-factory-thailand-powers-mideas-global-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 30 Sep 2025 02:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors As an international financial hub with a reputation for embracing innovation, Hong Kong has made bold strides to cement its position as a leader in financial technology and digital assets. Today, the city is home to over 1,100 fintech firms specialising in areas ranging from mobile payments and cross-border wealth management to AI-powered financial consultancy. Hong Kong’s fintech sector includes eight digital banks, four virtual insurers and 11 licensed virtual asset trading platforms, and its... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/building-hong-kongs-future/article/3324706/oases-helps-innovative-companies-expand-hong-kong-boost-citys-fintech-sector?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/building-hong-kongs-future/article/3324706/oases-helps-innovative-companies-expand-hong-kong-boost-citys-fintech-sector?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:10 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors The future of money, how it is moved, managed and multiplied in the era of fintech and digital innovation, will be very much under the spotlight at the 2025 edition of Money 20/20 Middle East. Held in Riyadh from September 15 to 17, the event gathers all the right people – bankers, big tech and fintech leaders, regulators, start-ups and investors – in one place to share insights, drive innovation and create opportunities for business growth. “Attendees expect something more than just another... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/saudi-arabias-fintech-festival/article/3324430/money-20/20-middle-east-future-fintech-growth?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/saudi-arabias-fintech-festival/article/3324430/money-20/20-middle-east-future-fintech-growth?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:00:14 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors As Hong Kong’s typhoon season approaches, climate change could intensify the strength of tropical storms, bringing disaster in their wake. Low-lying areas such as Tai O, a small fishing village on Lantau Island, are especially vulnerable. In recent years, this peaceful community of stilt houses and winding waterways has been battling an increasing number of extreme weather events that threaten people’s lives and livelihoods. Located in a remote area and with many elderly residents, Tai O lacks... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/stemming-tide-tai-o/article/3323147/stemming-tide-how-seashells-can-restore-tai-os-coastal-habitat?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/stemming-tide-tai-o/article/3323147/stemming-tide-how-seashells-can-restore-tai-os-coastal-habitat?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:10 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is growing exponentially in the financial services industry, driven by demand in areas such as workflow automation and sustainable investment. While AI has the potential to offer significant analytical capacity and productivity gains, practitioners should establish a framework for proper technology governance, according to CFA Institute. CFA Institute, a global, non-profit professional organisation for chartered financial analysts (CFAs) that promotes... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/banking-finance/topics/integrating-ai-and-esg-finance/article/3323135/fine-balance-how-align-practice-and-ethics-finance-sector?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/banking-finance/topics/integrating-ai-and-esg-finance/article/3323135/fine-balance-how-align-practice-and-ethics-finance-sector?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:17:51 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors An area of reclaimed former mudflats near Hong Kong on the city of Shenzhen’s western coast has been transformed into one of the fastest-growing innovation-focused districts in southern China’s Greater Bay Area (GBA). The 14.92 sq km special economic zone of Qianhai – or Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone – was established in 2010 to promote closer cooperation between Hong Kong, Macau and mainland China and develop modern service industries, including finance,... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/chinas-gba-innovation-hub/article/3322749/why-qianhai-becoming-popular-destination-work-and-play-chinas-gba?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/chinas-gba-innovation-hub/article/3322749/why-qianhai-becoming-popular-destination-work-and-play-chinas-gba?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:05:04 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Every year, enough palm oil is produced to fill 30,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools, and nearly one-third of it comes from Malaysia. But how does this widely used ingredient get from tree to table? “It’s a product that touches so many lives,” says Shyam Lakshmanan, a chemical engineer with four decades of experience in palm oil refining. Based in Sandakan, Malaysia, he leads one of the country’s major refineries and has spent much of his career focused on improving efficiency, quality and... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/future-sustainable-palm-oil/article/3321985/tree-table-follow-journey-sustainable-palm-oil-production-malaysia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/future-sustainable-palm-oil/article/3321985/tree-table-follow-journey-sustainable-palm-oil-production-malaysia?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Devising ways to help individuals pursue their aspirations requires innovative solutions that challenge employers to support the ambitions of their staff. Since its inception, OCBC has made considerable efforts to help people and communities realise their aspirations, right across the business and societal spectrum. In the spirit of creating a tangible positive impact, OCBC Hong Kong has launched a new brand campaign that places individual purpose and community at its core. The “Aspiration... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/banking-finance/topics/aspiring-uplift-others/article/3322627/ocbc-hong-kong-empowers-community-pursue-dreams-aspiration-leave-campaign?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/banking-finance/topics/aspiring-uplift-others/article/3322627/ocbc-hong-kong-empowers-community-pursue-dreams-aspiration-leave-campaign?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Aug 2025 06:00:13 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors For UOB Venture Management (UOBVM), impact investing has always been about more than financial gains. As Seah Kian Wee, CEO of UOBVM, explains: “Impact investing means doing well while doing good.” That philosophy is rooted in intentionality, measurability and scalability, and is what has guided UOBVM’s Asia Impact Investment Funds since their launch back in 2015. As the private equity arm of UOB Group, UOBVM manages more than S$2 billion (US$1.6 billion) in active funds, which include impact... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3321079/uob-venture-management-and-ruangguru-prove-how-impact-investing-pays?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/reimagining-asean-future/article/3321079/uob-venture-management-and-ruangguru-prove-how-impact-investing-pays?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 21 Aug 2025 03:00:08 +0000 Morning Studio editors,Nick Jones,Angie Hon,Dominic Ngai Morning Studio editors,Nick Jones,Angie Hon,Dominic Ngai Jiuzhaigou, which translates to “valley of nine villages” in Mandarin, is a county in Sichuan province located on the edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. It is best known for the natural reserve and national park of the same name, which has been designated a Unesco World Heritage site and World Biosphere Reserve for its beautiful natural landscape. Just a 20-minute drive from this popular tourist destination sits Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, a luxury resort with 87 stand-alone villas... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/travel-leisure/topics/heartbeat-destination/article/3320066/finding-peace-amid-jiuzhaigous-lush-greenery-and-rich-tibetan-culture?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/travel-leisure/topics/heartbeat-destination/article/3320066/finding-peace-amid-jiuzhaigous-lush-greenery-and-rich-tibetan-culture?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:00:08 +0000 Bonnie Au,Morning Studio editors Bonnie Au,Morning Studio editors Growing geopolitical uncertainties and sweeping trade policy changes have created an unpredictable global economic landscape. As new priorities evolve, how can companies navigate the world’s increasingly complex business environment? A global study titled “New Realities, New Possibilities”, which was conducted by DBS, a leading financial services group in Asia, and involved more than 800 chief financial officers (CFOs) and treasurers, found that 74 per cent of participants have made data-driven... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/resilient-growth-uncertain-times/article/3319541/why-capital-management-and-technology-are-key-drivers-new-business-possibilities?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/resilient-growth-uncertain-times/article/3319541/why-capital-management-and-technology-are-key-drivers-new-business-possibilities?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Hong Kong has long been recognised as a global financial hub, but in recent years, it has also rapidly emerged as an innovation and technology (I&T) centre. The unique combination of world-class research and development (R&D) facilities, government initiatives aimed at developing I&T-related industries, and strategic connectivity to both mainland China and the rest of the world positions the city as an ideal launch pad for companies specialising in fields such as green technology and smart... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/building-hong-kongs-future/article/3319608/oases-drives-growth-hong-kongs-innovation-landscape-guiding-tech-companies-city?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/building-hong-kongs-future/article/3319608/oases-drives-growth-hong-kongs-innovation-landscape-guiding-tech-companies-city?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:00:13 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Although extensive vaccination programmes have been in place since the 1980s, hepatitis B – a serious viral infection that attacks the liver – remains a major worldwide public health concern and the subject of continuing efforts to raise awareness about the importance of early diagnosis and treatment with timely, appropriate treatment. During the acute infection phase, it can cause a range of symptoms from mild to acute, lasting for up to six months, with the most common signs of the disease... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/health-wellness/topics/hepatitis-bs-impact-asia/article/3319526/what-people-living-liver-cancer-wish-they-had-known-earlier-about-hepatitis-b?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/health-wellness/topics/hepatitis-bs-impact-asia/article/3319526/what-people-living-liver-cancer-wish-they-had-known-earlier-about-hepatitis-b?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:00:11 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors When InvestHK was established in July 2000, its mission was clear: attract overseas and mainland Chinese companies to establish or expand in Hong Kong, reinforcing its position as “Asia’s world city”. Twenty-five years on, that mission remains unchanged, but the tools and the scale of support have evolved significantly. This year, both InvestHK and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) marked their silver jubilees with notable results. In 2024, InvestHK assisted a record 539 mainland Chinese... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3319474/investhk-25-powering-growth-global-firms-hong-kong-and-beyond?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3319474/investhk-25-powering-growth-global-firms-hong-kong-and-beyond?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 28 Jul 2025 03:00:07 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors HSBC hosted a Future Wealth Conference at The Rosewood Hong Kong earlier this month, bringing together industry leaders, financial experts and high-net-worth individuals to explore the forces reshaping wealth in an era of rapid change. The conference was an exclusive event for the bank’s Premier Elite clients. The conference, themed “Unpacking Trends, Unlocking Opportunities”, focused on three critical areas: the opportunities and challenges of extended lifespans, the transformative potential of... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/banking-finance/topics/future-wealth/article/3319022/hsbc-highlights-trends-shaping-longevity-economy-reveals-factors-driving-wealth-creation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/banking-finance/topics/future-wealth/article/3319022/hsbc-highlights-trends-shaping-longevity-economy-reveals-factors-driving-wealth-creation?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Jul 2025 08:00:11 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors HSBC is committed to preparing a future-ready talent pool in Hong Kong and has for decades been providing students in the city with scholarships to help them achieve their full potential. This year, the bank is celebrating two big milestones – HSBC’s 160th anniversary and the 60th anniversary of the HSBC scholarship scheme. Through its philanthropic arm The Hongkong Bank Foundation, HSBC has helped more than 7,500 students pursue their dreams – in everything from finance to public service and... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/being-there-those-need/article/3318662/hsbc-celebrates-60-years-nurturing-future-leaders?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/being-there-those-need/article/3318662/hsbc-celebrates-60-years-nurturing-future-leaders?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 18 Jul 2025 04:30:08 +0000 Kristie Ko,Jacqueline Kot,Morning Studio editors Kristie Ko,Jacqueline Kot,Morning Studio editors Back in the 1500s, when the Portuguese were sailing to and from Asia on their spice trade routes, turmeric was among the goods carried aboard their ships. This earthy, warm spice from the ginger family is instantly recognisable for its golden-orange hue and prized for its superfood properties. Fast-forward to 2025, and brothers Pedro and Mauro Almeida are experiencing their home country’s maritime history in their own way. Both came to Macau from Portugal and are discovering the aromatic power... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/spice-life/article/3318281/brothers-showcase-turmeric-and-its-golden-status-macanese-cuisine?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/spice-life/article/3318281/brothers-showcase-turmeric-and-its-golden-status-macanese-cuisine?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 18 Jul 2025 04:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Under the stewardship of chairman Irene Lee, Hysan Development is redefining urban sustainability and community in Hong Kong. Anchored by a century-old legacy, Lee’s leadership is driving the transformation of Causeway Bay with a future-focused vision and a “Core and Pillars” strategy that set new benchmarks for urban evolution in Hong Kong. By spearheading the development of Hysan’s Lee Gardens area, Lee is ensuring the company retains its strong foundation in Hong Kong while addressing the... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/building-hysans-legacy/article/3317723/building-century-vision-irene-lees-leadership-hysan-development?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/building-hysans-legacy/article/3317723/building-century-vision-irene-lees-leadership-hysan-development?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 14 Jul 2025 02:00:11 +0000 Kristie Ko,Jacqueline Kot,Morning Studio editors Kristie Ko,Jacqueline Kot,Morning Studio editors For chef Justin Paul of the Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant Justindia in Macau, green cardamom is best described as “sweet perfume”. This “queen of spices”, which originated from the Cardamom Hills of Kerala state on the southwestern coast of India, is commonly used in popular Indian dishes and drinks such as biryani and mango lassi. “Green cardamom has a delicate flavour,” says Paul, who also hails from Kerala. “And it is powerful in the sense that people will taste it, but they cannot say... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/spice-life/article/3316770/macau-chef-justin-paul-captures-sweet-perfume-and-legacy-cardamom-his-cooking?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/spice-life/article/3316770/macau-chef-justin-paul-captures-sweet-perfume-and-legacy-cardamom-his-cooking?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:00:10 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Creating an inspiring learning environment which prepares students for the future in our rapidly changing world is the goal of many schools and educators around the world. One such institution is Stamford American School Hong Kong, which first opened in 2017 in the city’s residential district of Ho Man Tin, Kowloon, and offers children aged five to 18 a personalised through-train education from pre-primary to Grade 12. The private school’s American-standards-based curriculum takes an... https://www.scmp.com/native/news/hong-kong/education/topics/edtalk-stamford-american-school-2025/article/3316573/how-innovation-focused-curriculum-helps-prepare-students-evolving-world?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/news/hong-kong/education/topics/edtalk-stamford-american-school-2025/article/3316573/how-innovation-focused-curriculum-helps-prepare-students-evolving-world?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Jul 2025 04:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Devising innovative solutions to global environmental challenges requires the experience, knowledge and dedication of scientific pioneers, daring creatives and intrepid explorers around the world. Rolex is committed to supporting these trailblazers’ efforts to make a positive and lasting impact on the Earth. The Swiss watchmaker launched its Perpetual Planet Initiative in 2019 to help individuals and organisations that are working to protect the planet while promoting visionary technologies and... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/preservers-our-natural-world/article/3314695/acclaimed-photographer-cristina-mittermeiers-dynamic-pictures-inspire-change?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/topics/preservers-our-natural-world/article/3314695/acclaimed-photographer-cristina-mittermeiers-dynamic-pictures-inspire-change?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:00:08 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors SJM Resorts recently welcomed legendary chef Alfonso Iaccarino back to Macau from April 30 to May 9, in celebration of nearly two decades of exceptional southern Italian cuisine at Don Alfonso 1890. As chef and co-founder of the original, Michelin-starred Don Alfonso 1890 restaurant in Italy, Iaccarino has been a pivotal figure in introducing this style of cooking to Asia. His approach is deeply rooted in the principles of sustainability and flavour, reflecting generations of dedication to... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/100-top-tables/topics/culinary-legacy/article/3314322/culinary-heritage-southern-italy-celebrated-macau-don-alfonso-1890?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/100-top-tables/topics/culinary-legacy/article/3314322/culinary-heritage-southern-italy-celebrated-macau-don-alfonso-1890?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:00:09 +0000 Angie Hon,Reggie Ho,Morning Studio editors Angie Hon,Reggie Ho,Morning Studio editors Can you imagine the pressure of inheriting the helm of a family business that is over 100 years old? That was the challenge that Olle Chen, president of Hop Lion Feather Works, faced back in 2015. Hop Lion was originally established in Taipei in 1908 as an exporter of used cans, bottles and other materials. In 1975, it began producing down jackets. Today, it is known as one of the world’s oldest and most respected manufacturers of down and feather materials, with production bases in various... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/carrying-legacy/article/3314248/family-business-hop-lion-feather-works-path-succession-was-marathon?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/carrying-legacy/article/3314248/family-business-hop-lion-feather-works-path-succession-was-marathon?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:44:05 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Both long-established companies and young start-ups in Hong Kong are playing a pioneering role in an exciting new age of global expansion. In finding ways to collaborate for mutual benefit, local technology-driven enterprises are making an impact by bringing the city’s professional expertise and quality services to countries which are part of the Belt and Road Initiative. This global platform, launched by China in 2013, was designed to boost trade and economic partnerships while fostering... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kongs-belt-and-road-impact/article/3313990/hong-kong-firms-telecoms-and-fintech-expertise-adds-value-belt-and-road-countries?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kongs-belt-and-road-impact/article/3313990/hong-kong-firms-telecoms-and-fintech-expertise-adds-value-belt-and-road-countries?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Jun 2025 03:00:08 +0000