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Hong Kong Expands Mega-Events Calendar to Boost International Visitor Spending

The Tourism Commission is using increased funding to support a dense programme of cultural festivals, trade exhibitions and sporting events aimed at attracting higher-spending international visitors during the autumn season.

Typhoon Saudel Forces Mass Evacuations and Disrupts Manufacturing in Southern China

Typhoon Saudel brought torrential rain and severe flooding to Fujian and Guangdong, forcing hundreds of thousands of residents to relocate and disrupting regional manufacturing before the storm moved toward the Taiwan Strait.

Mainland Investors Increase Buying of Hong Kong-Listed Artificial Intelligence Stocks

Southbound Stock Connect flows showed strong mainland buying of technology and Artificial Intelligence shares including Alibaba, Tencent and MiniMax, while traditional financial assets recorded net selling for a third consecutive month.

China Launches International Lunar Satellite Constellation Project With Partner Nations

China has begun a collaborative programme with countries including Thailand, Egypt and Serbia to deploy modular satellites between Earth and the moon by 2030 for lunar resource surveying and space-environment monitoring.

Momenta Prepares Mass Production of Level 3 Autonomous Vehicles in China

Chinese autonomous-driving startup Momenta plans to begin mass production of Level 3 vehicles using a software subscription model, marking another step toward wider commercialization of advanced driving technology in the world’s largest ...

Saudi Firm Launches Arabic Artificial Intelligence Model Built on China’s MiniMax Architecture

A Saudi technology company released an Arabic-language large language model using the architecture of Chinese startup MiniMax, highlighting deeper technology links between China and Gulf markets.

Chinese Vehicle Exports Exceed One Million Units for Second Consecutive Month

China exported more than one million vehicles in July, up 81% from a year earlier, with new energy vehicles accounting for more than half of outbound shipments despite rising trade barriers and tariff pressure.

Chinese Regulators Propose Tougher Rules for Insurers and Private Investment Funds

Chinese authorities drafted changes aimed at strengthening shareholder oversight in the insurance sector and raising entry requirements for private funds as part of broader efforts to reduce financial risks.

China Moves to Stabilize Solar Manufacturing Sector Amid Severe Price War

Chinese policymakers have begun coordinated measures to address chronic oversupply and falling margins in the domestic solar industry, seeking to stabilize prices and encourage consolidation among manufacturers.

Haier and Midea Expand Manufacturing Footprints Across African Markets

Chinese appliance makers Haier and Midea are increasing localized production across Africa as they seek growth beyond a saturated domestic market and weaker demand in Western economies.

Taiwan Accuses Beijing of Pressure Campaign at Pacific Islands Forum

Taiwanese officials accused Beijing of using intelligence operatives and diplomatic pressure to push Pacific island countries to exclude Taipei from regional communiques, highlighting continued cross-strait competition in Oceania.

Hong Kong Regulator Raids Huatai Financial Offices in Cross-Border Options Probe

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission raided offices of mainland-linked Huatai Financial as regulators investigate suspicious United States options trading and other cross-border financial irregularities.

Xi Jinping Proposes Four-Point Middle East Security Framework in Talks With Egypt

President Xi Jinping outlined a new regional security framework during high-level discussions with Egyptian leaders as Beijing seeks a larger diplomatic role amid continuing conflict in the Middle East.

Chinese Memory Chipmakers Swing to More Than 100 Billion Yuan in Aggregate Profit

Listed Chinese memory semiconductor companies recorded combined profits exceeding 100 billion yuan as Artificial Intelligence infrastructure demand drove a global price rally despite continuing United States export restrictions.

People’s Bank of China Rules Out Competitive Yuan Devaluation to Support Exports

Governor Pan Gongsheng said at a Group of 20 meeting that China does not intend to weaken the yuan for trade advantage, pushing back against concerns that Beijing could use the currency to offset external tariff pressure.

China Says Hidden Local Government Debt Has Been Cut by Half After Two-Year Overhaul

Chinese authorities said hidden local government debt has been reduced by 50% through a two-year programme that replaced off-balance-sheet borrowing with transparent bonds, easing financial pressure on regional governments.

China Expands Military Powers to Requisition Civilian Shipping and Technology Assets

Revisions to China’s national defence mobilization framework allow authorities to permanently requisition civilian assets, including commercial shipping and technology resources, increasing logistical capacity available to the People’s L...

Dairy Queen Returns to Hong Kong as Lower Commercial Rents Create Expansion Opportunities

Dairy Queen plans to open a flagship outlet in Causeway Bay in November followed by three additional stores, returning to Hong Kong as lower prime retail rents improve conditions for international food and beverage brands.

Hong Kong IPO Fundraising Surges 153% to $43.6 Billion in First Eight Months

Hong Kong recorded 106 new listings in the first eight months of the year, raising $43.6 billion as initial public offering activity and stock-market turnover continued to recover.

John Lee Urges Hong Kong Banks to Expand Offshore Yuan Business and Technology Financing

Chief Executive John Lee has called on local and international banks to expand offshore renminbi services and increase financing for Hong Kong’s innovation and technology sectors ahead of a new five-year development plan.

Hong Kong’s Rebuilt Huanggang Border Crossing to Handle 100,000 Travelers a Day

The upgraded Huanggang boundary crossing between Hong Kong and Shenzhen will initially handle about 100,000 travelers daily as authorities seek to improve cross-border mobility and deepen Greater Bay Area integration.

Hong Kong Silver Bonds Draw Record 480,000 Subscribers

The Hong Kong government’s latest Silver Bond offering attracted a record 480,000 elderly investors, with authorities expected to increase issuance to the HK$55 billion ceiling amid strong demand for stable government-backed returns.

Mainland AI Developer Yunxi Technology Files Confidentially for Hong Kong IPO

Chinese artificial intelligence company Yunxi Technology has submitted a confidential application for a Hong Kong listing, potentially adding another technology company to the city’s recovering initial public offering market.

Hong Kong Expands Bullion Custody Push as Global Investors Reassess Gold Storage

Hong Kong is seeking a larger role in international physical gold custody as geopolitical tensions prompt central banks and reserve managers to reconsider where they store bullion.

Hang Seng Index Rises 1.74% to 25,650 as Technology and Financial Stocks Rally

Hong Kong’s benchmark Hang Seng Index climbed 1.74% to 25,650, with mainboard turnover approaching HK$277 billion as technology and mainland financial shares advanced amid easing concerns over US interest rates.

Lan Kwai Fong Property Sells at 60% Discount as Hong Kong Retail Market Remains Under Pressure

A former bar property in Lan Kwai Fong has sold for about 60% below its 2015 valuation, highlighting continued weakness in Hong Kong’s retail real estate market as landlords adjust to lower rents and changing consumer behavior.

Hong Kong Phone Scam Losses Near HK$900 Million as Crypto Kiosk Rules Loom

Hong Kong police say telecommunications fraud has risen 56%, with fake customer-service scams costing residents nearly HK$900 million this year as regulators prepare tighter oversight of unregulated cryptocurrency kiosks.

Chinese Robotics Firm Unveils Wheeled-Legged Guide Robot for Visually Impaired Users

Yuanshan Zhixing Technology has introduced a guide robot capable of climbing stairs and navigating indoor obstacles, combining wheeled and legged movement with artificial intelligence-based assistance.

Chinese Auto-Parts Makers Expand Cross-Border Online Sales Amid Domestic Price Pressure

Chinese automotive component manufacturers are increasingly using international e-commerce platforms to reach overseas aftermarket customers as intense competition weighs on domestic pricing.

China’s Biopharma Hiring Rebounds as Companies Expand AI Drug Development

Employment in China’s life-sciences sector is recovering after a prolonged slowdown, with hiring supported by investment in artificial intelligence-based drug discovery and smart medical devices.

China Launches International Satellite Constellation Project for Earth-Moon Exploration

The China National Space Administration has begun a multinational satellite constellation project designed to provide observation and communications coverage across the Earth-moon corridor for future lunar research.

China Securities Regulator Proposes Tougher Rules for Private Funds

The China Securities Regulatory Commission has proposed stricter disclosure, capital and compliance requirements for private funds as authorities seek stronger investor protection and greater confidence in the alternative investment sector.

China Proposes Major Insurance Law Overhaul With Tighter Capital and Shareholder Rules

China’s State Council has drafted a broad revision of insurance-sector rules that would strengthen shareholder oversight, capital transparency and safeguards against misuse of corporate assets.

Nearly 600,000 Evacuated in Fujian as Torrential Rain Triggers Flood Alerts

Authorities in eastern China’s Fujian province have evacuated more than 599,000 people and activated high-level flood controls after persistent heavy rain disrupted local manufacturing and transport networks.

China Moves to Curb Solar Equipment Price War as Oversupply Squeezes Manufacturers

Chinese regulators are intervening in the domestic solar equipment market after severe price competition and excess capacity eroded margins, with authorities seeking consolidation among manufacturers.

Hong Kong Regulator Raids Huatai Financial Offices in Options-Trading Probe

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission has raided Huatai Securities’ local offices as part of an investigation into suspicious US options trading, increasing scrutiny of cross-border financial activity.

Chinese Graduates Turn to State Jobs in Record Numbers Amid Private-Sector Uncertainty

Chinese employment data shows unprecedented numbers of university graduates seeking civil-service and state-owned enterprise positions as concerns over private-sector stability reshape career choices.

Momenta Prepares Mass Production of Level 3 Autonomous Driving Systems

Chinese autonomous-driving company Momenta is preparing large-scale commercialization of Level 3 driving technology and plans to introduce a subscription-based revenue model for its software.

Xi Jinping Proposes Four-Point Middle East Security Framework in Talks With Egypt

Chinese President Xi Jinping has presented a four-point framework for Middle East security during high-level talks with Egyptian leaders, extending Beijing’s diplomatic engagement across the region.

China Says Hidden Local Government Debt Has Fallen by Half in Two Years

Chinese regulatory and finance officials say off-balance-sheet local government debt has been reduced by 50% over two years as Beijing continues efforts to contain fiscal risks despite pressure on regional growth and municipal finances.

China Accelerates Domestic AI Chip Production as US Export Controls Bite

Chinese semiconductor production and advanced packaging investment are expanding rapidly as US technology restrictions push companies and policymakers to increase reliance on domestically produced artificial intelligence processors.

Mudslide Near China-Nepal Border Leaves 31 Dead and More Than 500 Missing

A major mudslide near the Gyirong Port crossing in China’s Xizang Autonomous Region has killed 31 people and left more than 531 missing, prompting a large-scale emergency response in the Himalayan border area.

Mainland Pension Funds and Wider Investment Quotas Bring More Capital to Hong Kong Stocks

China’s national pension fund has doubled its offshore investments following expanded Qualified Domestic Institutional Investor quotas, increasing institutional capital available to Hong Kong’s equity market.

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