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Hong Kong, Changed Overnight, Navigates Its New Reality (Published 2020)
In a city where China has made some ideas suddenly dangerous, people are trying to figure out where the boundaries lie, and how their lives have changed.
Chipmaker SMIC Eyes China’s Biggest Share Sale in a Decade
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. is preparing to raise as much as $7.5 billion via mainland China’s largest stock sale in a decade, a big cash infusion for a chipmaker Beijing’s counting on to reduce reliance on American technology.
Fearful of China's new security law, Hong Kongers scramble for safe havens
Many Hong Kong residents are scouring for new jobs and homes overseas, fearful that a new national security law imposed by Beijing will crush coveted rights not enjoyed on the mainland and herald a new authoritarian era for China's freeest city.
China's Sinopharm unit completes new COVID-19 vaccine plant, doubles capacity
China National Biotec Group (CNBG) said on Wednesday it has completed construction of a new plant for coronavirus vaccines, doubling its capacity to more than 200 million doses a year, as it prepares late-stage trials of its potential COVID-19 shots.
Hong Kong Police Detain Dozens Amid Rally Ahead of Draconian Security Law
China looks set to impose the anti-subversion legislation ahead of the handover anniversary on July 1.
China unveils cross-border wealth management scheme with Hong Kong, Macau
China announced details of a long-expected pilot scheme on Monday that links investments and financial services between the semi-autonomous economies of Hong Kong and Macau and their neighbouring cities on the mainland.
China to impose visa restrictions on U.S. individuals over Hong Kong
Beijing said on Monday it will impose visa restrictions on U.S. individuals with "egregious conduct" on Hong Kong-related issues, mirroring U.S. sanctions against unnamed Chinese officials deemed responsible for curbing freedoms in the city.
CanSino's COVID-19 vaccine candidate approved for military use in China
China's military has received the greenlight to use a COVID-19 vaccine candidate developed by its research unit and CanSino Biologics after clinical trials proved it was safe and showed some efficacy, the company said on Monday.
Chinese online tutor Zuoyebang raises $750 million in fresh round
Online tutoring startup Zuoyebang said on Monday it raised $750 million in a fresh funding round, led by investment firms FountainVest Partners and Tiger Global Management, as the COVID-19 crisis spurs investor interest in education technology.
China lawmakers review draft of Hong Kong national security bill: Xinhua
China's lawmakers have reviewed a draft of the national security bill for Hong Kong during a meeting held by the standing committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), state media Xinhua reported on Sunday.
What China’s New National Security Law Means for Hong Kong (Published 2020)
Chinese lawmakers have approved the law, threatening to curb free speech and protest in Hong Kong after a year of political tumult.
In Seizing Control, China Sidelines Its Allies in Hong Kong (Published 2020)
Local tycoons and British-trained civil servants helped promote Beijing’s agenda in the territory. Now Beijing seems ready to push them aside.
U.S. curbs visas for Chinese officials over Hong Kong freedoms: Pompeo
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Friday Washington was imposing visa restrictions on Chinese officials responsible for restricting freedoms in Hong Kong, but he did not name any of those targeted.
United Airlines to resume China flights in July
United Airlines said on Friday it would resume service to China, with two flights a week between San Francisco and Shanghai beginning July 8.
China's Hong Kong National Security Bill Likely Pass in NPC Meet
China’s top legislative body will probably vote on a sweeping Hong Kong security law at its meeting starting Sunday, a senior official said, even as a new poll showed more than half of local residents oppose the legislation.
Senate backs bill to punish China over Hong Kong
The "Hong Kong Autonomy Act" passed by unanimous consent. To become law, it must also pass the House of Representatives and be signed by President Donald Trump.
Hong Kong pro-democracy shops fear China's new security law
Daniel Lee says a surge of new customers came to his Hong Kong Reader Bookstore after pro-democracy demonstrations erupted in the Chinese-ruled territory last summer, looking for books on political protest.
Hong Kong protesters flee to Taiwan to continue China resistance
Activists estimate at least 200 protesters are in Taiwan, where authorities have discreetly allowed them to stay by extending tourist visas
Chinese Banks Expand in World’s Priciest Office Market
Chinese finance companies are taking more office space in Hong Kong, joining Alibaba and other mainland firms expanding in the world’s most expensive market even as foreign players consider scaling back.
Tencent Smashes Record High After Stock’s $307 Billion Rebound
Tencent Holdings Ltd.’s shares just hit three milestones in a single day.
