City leader John Lee encourages active efforts to bring in family offices, after UAE prince entered media spotlight over delayed launch plan.

Last year 20,621 applications were filed with the Family Court, the most since 2019.

Analysts say call signals central government expects local officials take more proactive approach to boosting economy and tackling deep-rooted issues.

Revised estimate of recurrent expenditure for Carrie Lam’s office at Pacific Place in Admiralty was around HK$9.17 million, director of administration says.

Chinese tea shop giant Sichuan Baicha Baidao Industrial aims to raise HK$2.5 billion (US$330 million) in a Hong Kong initial public offering, set to be the city’s largest new-share sale of the year, regulatory filings show.

It is the 13th time since 2010 that Hong Kong International Airport has been the busiest cargo airport on the planet, having lost the number one spot in 2020 because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Prices of confectionery, biscuits and snacks rose by 9.9 per cent in 2023, Consumer Council says.

Vigilance is required because of the ‘sudden’ and ‘persistent’ nature of national security risks, he says.

Chief Executive John Lee, also addressing National Security Education Day ceremony, reminds residents to remain vigilant over persistent risks.

Hong Kong is building an arsenal to assist the world with raising funds for managing losses from natural disasters, the Insurance Authority said. It is discovering more issuers, investors and data, as well as cultivating its modelling capabilities and talent.

Two-month trial scheme will cover around 100 sites with workers receiving points for safety breaches.

Scientists buoyed after pledge by mainland Chinese officials that Hongkongers will be able to join future polar research missions.

Six-hour time difference with Paris may help economy as people can more easily dine out and watch Games after work, sports chief Kevin Yeung says.

Readers discuss suggestions that stringent checks on investors might scare them away, the need to widen pavements near beaches, and making payment on public transport more convenient for visitors.

Firms will be able to sign documents digitally and make payments for government services, among host of other features, on platform expected to launch in 2026.

InnoEX and the spring edition of the Hong Kong Electronics Fair bring together 3,000 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions.

Zheng Yanxiong, director of central government’s liaison office, says Article 23 law safeguarding national security will enable transition from stability to prosperity.

A total of 130, or 70 per cent, of the 184 units on offer were sold on Saturday, according to sales agents.

Readers discuss talk of moving the Sevens rugby tournament to Kai Tak Sports Park, and the suggestion that the government take a stake in Cathay Pacific.

Some have called on seasoned entertainers such as ex-TVB actor and singer Lee Lung-kei to perform at their venues and help fill tables.

Readers discuss progress in addressing the needs of the city’s Muslim population, and air pollution from construction work.

Ban targets sale and distribution of plastic items, but not possession, so people can still buy online.

Commissioner for Transport Angela Lee says authorities will strike a balance between the financial sustainability of trade and public’s acceptance of fare increases.

Broadcaster RTHK has highest vacancy rate at 23.8 per cent – 175 jobs – unfilled; police force tops the numbers game with 6,837 posts open, almost 18 per cent of establishment.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan touts importance of supporting data flows during two-day summit bringing together business leaders to discuss digital economy.

Secretary for Justice Paul Lam also says many developing countries are eager to get legal training in Hong Kong.