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Greater Bay Area
Greater Bay Area
The "Greater Bay Area" refers to the Chinese government's scheme to link the cities of Hong Kong, Macau, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Zhongshan, Dongguan, Huizhou, Jiangmen and Zhaoqing into an integrated economic and business hub.
The Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme has been the subject of discussion for years and was originally expected to start at the end of 2024 or early this year. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong shouldn’t let lack of space hold up Guangdong driver scheme: minister

Mable Chan says plan to allow Guangdong residents to drive to city will have strict controls, as lawmakers raise concerns over parking capacity.

China manufacturing

China plans to turn Shenzhen into AI and aviation hub amid US sanctions

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China property

The future of retirement for wealthy Hongkongers could be this Zhuhai community

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Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong’s co-hosting of National Games is about much more than sport

It’s also a chance to display Greater Bay Area cooperation and a powerful lesson in civic pride for Hong Kong youth.

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Spectators cheer at the 15th National Games fencing test event, held at Kai Tak Arena’s Sports Hall on June 1. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Opinion | Get elderly housing right and Hong Kong’s silver economy can take off

To support the latest measures, the right infrastructure must be in place, starting from housing and community support.

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Tourism

5 global musical stars performing in Greater Bay Area in July 2025

Hong Kong music lovers are in for a treat in July with concerts from Macau to Jiangmen featuring the likes of Kenny G and Richard Clayderman.

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Fintech

Fintech start-up Syfe bolsters Hong Kong expansion after new funding round

Singapore-based Syfe’s expansion plans reflect the city’s position as the largest hedge fund and cross-border wealth management hub in Asia.

Syfe founder and CEO Dhruv Arora. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

2 global conferences to make Hong Kong debut this month: John Lee

City leader says authorities to keep pushing Hong Kong as site for major events to lure high-end tourists and enhance city’s global network.

Banking & finance

More rich people from mainland, Southeast Asia investing in Hong Kong: Citibank

Hong Kong attracts affluent investors from China and Southeast Asia, boosting Citibank’s client base.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s John Lee meets new liaison office chief, vows to pursue fresh growth

Beijing now confident in national security framework and appointment of director Zhou Ji shows priority has shifted to economic development, analysts say.

Liaison office Director Zhou Ji (left) meets Hong Kong leader John Lee at Government House on Saturday. Photo: ISD
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong hoping ‘Summer Viva’ campaign will make tourists extend stays

Tourism Board chairman Peter Lam says Hong Kong can’t rely on past glories by only promoting itself as a food and shopping paradise.

The campaign also includes boat tours to the Sai Kung volcanic rock region for non-local visitors. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong’s university freedom key to China’s global education power goal playing

Universities’ freedom to think, teach and publish independently must remain non-negotiable and Beijing must make its stance clear.

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Art

Macau’s House of Dancing Water returns to City of Dreams

The aquatic spectacular, boasting a cast of 300, has returned to Macau’s City of Dreams after a five-year break.

Hong Kong

Opinion | Hong Kong cements its status as an international mediation centre

The International Organisation for Mediation will consolidate Hong Kong’s appeal as a dispute resolution hub.

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A view of the old Wan Chai Police station being converted into the International Organisation for Mediation headquarters on May 13. Photo: Stanley Shin
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong leader has ‘burning urgency’ to fast-track Northern Metropolis project

Chief Executive John Lee exploring legal amendment to expedite the development which requires lawmakers’ consensus.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu is seeking views on how best to fast-track the progress of Northern Metropolis. Photo: Eugene Lee
Education in Hong Kong

Opinion | To tap talent, Hong Kong must go beyond welcoming Harvard students

Beyond reaching out to those leaving Harvard, Hong Kong should lobby elite foreign universities to start campuses here – and vice versa.

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Hong Kong economy

Who’s got the next Labubu? Hong Kong creators eye a slice of ‘goods economy’ pie

Artists and designers need support to make their mark in lucrative market for toys and other collectibles.

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Artificial intelligence

Southern China’s Zhuhai backs new firm in race to be AI, robotics hub

The city also announced over US$80 million in subsidies, as local governments in China race to nurture the next DeepSeek.

A view of Zhuhai, Guangdong province in southern China. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong travel scheme for Guangdong drivers ‘delayed until December’

‘Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles’ scheme was originally expected to start at the end of 2024 or early this year.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | How Hong Kong can reassert its global edge in an uncertain world

The city’s vibrancy, uniqueness, connectivity and agility make it all the more relevant in a fast-evolving global economy.

Wealth management

Wealthy investors see ‘time to buy’ Hong Kong stocks: Standard Chartered

Affluent clients have diversified their portfolios and shifted to liquid assets such as stocks and bonds amid market volatilities.

Wealthy clients at Standard Chartered have shaken off concerns about market volatility to invest in Hong Kong and mainland Chinese stocks, according to a senior executive. Photo: AP
Mainland China

Editorial | Nansha gives bay area tech innovation boost

Guangzhou district will become a pilot zone for high finance and fintech, linking the development zone with global financial markets.

Nansha Free Trade Zone in Guangzhou, China. Photo: Shutterstock
Insurance

AXA among first insurers to move legal domicile to Hong Kong under new rules

Under the new law, a company that wants to redomicile to Hong Kong is no longer required to wind up its existing operations.

Hong Kong politics

‘Special and different’: former envoys tout Hong Kong’s unique global value

City’s economic openness, diversity, and willingness to ‘trade with everyone’ highlighted at Global Prosperity Summit amid US-China trade war.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong’s vision for low-altitude economy needs urban reality check

While cross-border flights, emergency services and deliveries to outlying islands may make sense, other services just won’t fly in a dense city environment.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong unveils 9 ‘hotspot projects’ featuring brands, 4 peaks to draw tourists

Senior official says all projects are novel, have Hong Kong characteristics and feature new experiences.

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Authorities have identified nine projects to attract tourists seeking in-depth experiences. Photo: Alexander Mak
Performing arts in Hong Kong

Review | A surfeit of talent on show from Bolshoi Ballet in Shenzhen

With 10 principal dancers and numerous soloists, the famed Russian company performed classic and modern pieces with precision and grace.

Hong Kong economy

Australia’s Queensland to open Shenzhen trade office with Hong Kong as ‘gateway’

State’s trade minister says her government is seeking cooperation with Chinese businesses in infrastructure, healthcare and clean energy.

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