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Hong Kong’s May retail sales up 2.4%, ending 14-month contraction
Hong Kong’s retail sales in May jumped by 2.4 per cent year on year, marking a reverse in fortunes after the city contended with a 14-month contraction, with the uptick boosted by a surge in visitors during several “golden week” holidays....

Hong Kong Disneyland kicks off 20th year celebration
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort has launched its year-long 20th anniversary celebration, The Most Magical Party of All. More than 1,000 guests, including celebrities, content creators, media, and partners from Asia and the US, gathered on Main Street,...
Hong Kong – SHETO celebrates 28th anniversary of establishment of HKSAR in Shanghai (with photos)
SHETO celebrates 28th anniversary of establishment of HKSAR in Shanghai (with photos) ************************************************************************************* To celebrate the 28th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong...

Everything New at Hong Kong Disneyland’s 20th Anniversary in 2025
2025 marks 20 years of magic at Hong Kong Disneyland, and the park is throwing a year-long party to celebrate. From dazzling new shows and larger-than-life parades to glowing drone displays in the night sky, the entire resort has been refreshed...

Indonesian tourist arrested at Hong Kong’s The Peak after tumbler hits woman
An Indonesian tourist who was sightseeing at The Peak in Hong Kong has been arrested after a tumbler fell out of his backpack and hit another visitor walking below. Police said they received a report at 12.16pm on Wednesday that a mainland Chinese...

Mainland Chinese drivers can apply for Hong Kong entry permits in November
Drivers from Guangdong province will be able to apply to drive to Hong Kong in November under a highly anticipated cross-border scheme, transport minister Mable Chan has said. The Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme is expected to be...

The best things to do in Hong Kong this month
Time really flies by, and it’s crazy that it’s officially July. Temperatures have really been picking up, and whille the bravest of us (and those with super strong sunscreen) are happy to sweat it out on Hong Kong’s best hiking trails, there’s...

Family of Hong Kong teenager who died on Sichuan peak arrive in province
Sichuan authorities are assisting the family of a 16-year-old Hongkonger who died while climbing a snow-covered mountain in the province. The Mount Siguniang Scenic Area Administration confirmed on Wednesday that the victim was 16 years old and...

Hong Kong school responds after 4 secondary schoolgirls allegedly harassed by men during China study tour
A Hong Kong public school has responded after four secondary female students were allegedly harassed by a group of men at a Guangzhou hotel during a compulsory study tour to mainland China. They said teachers had “severely reprimanded” the men...

Talent Engage chief reappointed as executive director of Hong Kong Tourism Board
Anthony Lau Chun-hon, the head of a government office for attracting global talent, will return to the Hong Kong Tourism Board next month as its new executive director. Lau, who held the same position from 2007 to 2019, will succeed Dane Cheng...

Hong Kong restaurant Super Star closes last branch, leaving 50 workers in limbo
A 36-year-old Hong Kong seafood restaurant chain has abruptly shut down its last remaining branch, leaving about 50 employees in limbo as they seek to recover their unpaid wages. A notice announcing the closure of Super Star Seafood Restaurant was...

Travel Meals Services IPO Opens On July 7;
Mumbai-based journey food offerings is gearing up for its preliminary public offering (IPO) really worth Rs 2,000 crore, slated to open on July 7 and close on July nine. The IPO might be a proposal-for-sale (OFS) by means of the Kapur own family...

2 arrested in Hong Kong over suspected hit-and-run that killed cyclist, 71
Hong Kong police have arrested two people over a suspected hit-and-run accident that killed a 71-year-old man on a bicycle on Tuesday, with the driver still at large, the Post has learned. A source familiar with the matter said a 57-year-old...

Hong Kong marks 28th anniversary of return to motherland in unity, joy
Festivities unfolded across all 18 districts, featuring hundreds of vibrant celebrations that attracted both locals and tourists, immersing themselves in the lively spirit of the Pearl of the Orient. HONG KONG, July 2 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong was...

Travel Food Services IPO opens on July 7; price band fixed at Rs 1,045–1,100/share
Mumbai-based Travel Food Services is set to launch its Rs 2,000-crore initial public offering (IPO) on July 7, with the issue closing on July 9. The price band has been fixed at Rs 1,045 to Rs 1,100 per share. The IPO is entirely an offer-for-sale...

Gen Z in Asia redefines luxury travel through selective experiences
Gen Z travelers in Asia prioritize personalized, meaningful experiences over traditional luxury, focusing on entertainment, food, wellness, and sustainability. BANGKOK – Gen Z travelers in the Asia Pacific region are moving away from all-inclusive...

Visitor and international tourism numbers…
Role Funding: pijf-0044 April 2025 saw 267,300 overseas visitor arrivals, marking a significant year-on-year increase of 18.8% (up 42,200 from April 2024), though still approximately 13% below pre‑pandemic April 2019 levels. January 2025 recorded...

Hong Kong's 'National Security' law turns five: 332 arrests and delayed trials
In the anniversary of the former British colony's transition to the People's Republic, the Hong Kong Democracy Council takes stock of the repression. Of the 161 convicted, 102 are still serving prison sentences. On 14 August, Jimmy Lai's trial is...
Feature: Hong Kong marks 28th anniversary of return to motherland in unity, joy
HONG KONG, July 1 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong was filled with a festive and harmonious atmosphere on Tuesday on the 28th anniversary of its return to the motherland. Throughout the streets, the national flag of the People's Republic of China and the...

Hong Kong offers Filipino travellers over 150 hot deals through Summer Viva
Filipino travelers heading to Hong Kong from now till the end of August are in for extra perks as the city launches its Summer Viva campaign. The campaign offers travellers more than 150 summer offers and tourist perks across hotels, restaurants,...