Hong Kong, China Immigration News
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Hong Kong Astronomers Discover the Closest Galaxy Collision to Earth
Hong Kong Immigration Life: The University of Hong Kong announced on the 17th that scholars from the university and the University of Manchester in the UK have recently discovered the closest galaxy collision to Earth in history. The process created a new galaxy, forming a pattern as brilliant and magnificent as fireworks. HKU experts hope this will increase young people's interest in astronomy.
Hong Kong Consumer Council Urges Improvement in Disinfectant Wipe Packaging
Hong Kong immigration focus on Hong Kong immigrant life: The Hong Kong Consumer Council recently conducted spot checks on disinfectant wipes and disinfectant solutions sold in the Hong Kong market and found that the actual efficacy of some products does not match their claims, and the labeling on the packaging needs improvement.
Hong Kong Taxi Industry Considers Launching 'Luxury Taxis' to Compete with Uber
Life for Immigrants in Hong Kong: According to media reports, the mobile app Uber, which provides private car hire services, has sparked heated debate in Hong Kong society. The Hong Kong police recently arrested several Uber staff members and drivers on the grounds that Uber is suspected of violating the Road Traffic Ordinance and other laws in Hong Kong. Uber launched an online petition on the 13th, which received support from over 32,000 netizens on the first day.
Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Actively Promotes Connectivity Between the Two Regions
Hong Kong Immigration: The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission released its first quarterly report for the 2015-2016 fiscal year on the 17th, revealing that as of June 30, 2015, there were 93 Renminbi products related to RQFII and the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect approved by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission. Meanwhile, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission is closely collaborating with the China Securities Regulatory Commission, Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Shenzhen Stock Exchange, and other institutions on the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect issue.
Street Piano Art Event Held in Hong Kong
Hong Kong immigration perspective on Hong Kong immigrant life: On August 17, the international street piano art event "Play Me, I'm Yours" opened at PMQ in Hong Kong. Founded in 2008 by British artist Luke Jerram, this initiative encourages the public to play music in public spaces and has seen over 8 million participants to date.
How Do Hong Kong Residents Protect Their Personal Privacy?
Hong Kong immigration looks at life in Hong Kong: Those who have lived in Hong Kong often feel that while they have become quite familiar with their Hong Kong friends, working, dining, and gossiping together, these friends rarely share their personal feelings or invite them to their homes. This is because Hong Kong residents generally have a strong awareness of protecting privacy and personal information.
Hong Kong to Host the 10th Eco Expo Asia in 2015
Hong Kong Immigration and Business: Now in its 10th year, the Eco Expo Asia is one of the most influential green business platforms in the region and will be held in Hong Kong at the end of October. The expo is co-organized by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, co-organized by the Environment Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong SAR, and supported by various governments and renowned industry organizations from mainland China and around the world.
Victor Li: CK Hutchison to Continue Investing in Hong Kong
Hong Kong immigration focus on business investment: A.S. Watson Group, the retail flagship under CK Hutchison, has not slowed its pace of development since introducing Temasek as a partner last year. Yesterday, it celebrated the opening of its 12,000th global store, a new flagship location in Hong Kong. CK Hutchison Deputy Chairman Victor Li emphasized that "Hong Kong is our home" and noted that the CK Hutchison group, with its heart set on Hong Kong, will continue to invest in the territory. A.S. Watson plans to open 1,300 new stores globally this year...
How Should Young Entrepreneurs in Hong Kong Navigate Their Path?
Hong Kong Immigration and Business: Since Hong Kong's return to the motherland eighteen years ago, the exchanges and integration between Hong Kong and the mainland have become increasingly close, and the personal destinies of Hong Kong youth are more closely linked to national development. In the tide of the national advocacy for "mass entrepreneurship and innovation," how can young people in Hong Kong seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to carve out their own space in the "great era" of innovation and entrepreneurship is a matter of great concern to both the nation and Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Can Become Five Platforms for the "Belt and Road" Initiative
Immigration and Business in Hong Kong: Carrie Lam, Acting Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, stated on August 5 that in response to the "five links" proposed under the "Belt and Road" initiative—namely policy coordination, facilities connectivity, unimpeded trade, financial integration, and people-to-people bonds—Hong Kong can serve as a primary platform for fundraising and financing, trade and logistics facilitation, high-end professional services, diverse tourism, and emerging industries for the "Belt and Road."
The Rapid Development of Hong Kong's Wine Re-export Business
Hong Kong immigration focuses on business: The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Edward Yau, stated on the 10th that after years of efforts by the government and the industry, Hong Kong's wine re-export business has developed rapidly.
Increased Demand for Renminbi by Hong Kong Enterprises
Hong Kong Immigration Business: A survey released by Hong Kong on the 11th shows that in the second quarter of this year, the demand and usage of Renminbi by Hong Kong enterprises have both increased.