Hong Kong well positioned to attract global capital amid geopolitical shifts: think tank
Hong Kong is attracting global investors seeking stability as interest grows in its financial markets, FSDC officials say
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Over 60 nations gather in Brussels for talks with Palestinian PM on stability in Gaza, West Bank
From left, Belgium’s Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot, European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa and Norway’s Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide during a meeting of the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution in Brussels, Monday, April 20, 2026…
· Sam Mcneil
Death toll in occupied West Bank from Israeli attacks rises
Israeli army and settler attacks killed at least 1,151 and wounded more than 11,885 Palestinians across the occupied West Bank since Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza began in October 2023.
· Middleeasteye
Why Hong Kong property recovery sceptics miss the bigger picture
While the recovery in Hong Kong’s real estate market has its weaknesses, the underpinnings of the latest upturn look more solid
· Nicholas Spiro
Why Hong Kong property recovery sceptics miss the bigger picture
While the recovery in Hong Kong’s real estate market has its weaknesses, the underpinnings of the latest upturn look more solid
· Nicholas Spiro
Strong earthquake hits northern Japan, triggering tsunami warnings
Upper-5 temblor strikes Aomori; Hokkaido, Iwate coasts under tsunami alert
· Staff Writer
China’s trade with Iran, Gulf states plunges as Strait of Hormuz crisis hits energy flows
But increased shipments from Russia, Malaysia and Indonesia help to partially offset the shortfall, official data shows
· Mia Nurmamat
China’s trade with Iran, Gulf states plunges as Strait of Hormuz crisis hits energy flows
But increased shipments from Russia, Malaysia and Indonesia help to partially offset the shortfall, official data shows
· Mia Nurmamat
Asian financial bodies sound alert on Anthropic’s Mythos AI hacker
Anthropic held back a wider release after finding Mythos was capable of discovering security holes that had gone undetected for years
· Bloomberg
Asian financial bodies sound alert on Anthropic’s Mythos AI hacker
Anthropic held back a wider release after finding Mythos was capable of discovering security holes that had gone undetected for years
· Bloomberg
Hong Kong launches SkyCity marina project to drive tourism and yacht economy
Airport Authority invites global bids for 200-hectare marina to tap market expected to reach HK$352 billion by 2032
· Oscar Liu
Hong Kong launches SkyCity marina project to drive tourism and yacht economy
Airport Authority invites global bids for 200-hectare marina to tap market expected to reach HK$352 billion by 2032
· Oscar Liu
Parliament adopts confirmation hearing report for BOK chief nominee
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- A parliamentary committee on Monday adopted a confirmation hearing report for Bank of Korea (BOK) Governor-designate Shin Hyun-song, clearing the way for his official appointment.
· Chae Yun-hwan
Pfizer, Amgen among 22 strategic firms eyeing Hong Kong expansion: source
Sixth batch under investment-attraction initiative to also feature Boehringer Ingelheim, Hengrui and HAYA, with DiDi and AutoFlight joining transport push
· Oscar Liu
Pfizer, Amgen among 22 strategic firms eyeing Hong Kong expansion: source
Sixth batch under investment-attraction initiative to also feature Boehringer Ingelheim, Hengrui and HAYA, with DiDi and AutoFlight joining transport push
· Oscar Liu
(LEAD) Seoul stocks end higher despite Middle East concerns, with earnings season in focus
(ATTN: ADDS details, in paras 3-4, individual stock prices in bottom)
· Kang Jae-eun
Israeli gunfire injures two Palestinians in occupied West Bank
Israeli forces shot and wounded a young man with live fire on Sunday night in the village of Kafr Qud, west of Jenin in the occupied West Bank, the Wafa news agency reported, citing local sources.
· Middleeasteye
These Are The Top Trade Partners Of Every European Country
Germany sits at the center of Europe’s trade network, but it is not the only global force shaping the continent’s economy.
· Tyler Durden
Shin Hyun-song clears Assembly hurdle to take BOK helm
The National Assembly on Monday adopted the confirmation hearing report for Bank of Korea governor nominee Shin Hyun-song, clearing the way for his appointment after days of delay.
· Im Eun-byel
Concerns grow over South Korea-US intelligence rift after minister's North Korea nuclear remarks
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
As barbed wire blocks kids from class, Palestinians stage ‘Freedom School’
Umm al-Khair, occupied West Bank – Just old enough to utter complete sentences in a small, wavering voice, Masa Hathaleen, five, stands before the barbed wire fence blocking her path to school. “I am Masa,” she pleaded. “Please open the road for us. We want to go to school. We are not doing anything wrong. We just h…
· Al Jazeera Staff
Turkey, Syria, Jordan unveil Gulf-Europe rail corridor as Ankara pushes alternative trade routes
Turkey, Syria, and Jordan are advancing a joint plan to develop a regional rail corridor linking Europe to the Gulf, part of a broader Turkish push to establish alternative trade routes amid disruptions to traditional maritime and overland networks, according to a Financial Times report and regional officials.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
(LEAD) Outgoing BOK chief stresses broader role of central bank in addressing long-term challenges
(ATTN: UPDATES 2nd para; ADDS more remarks in last 3 paras; CHANGES photo)
· Oh Seok-min
KOSPI-listed firms' dividend payouts reach all-time high in 2025: data
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- Dividend payouts by South Korean firms listed on the benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) reached an all-time high last year, signaling that local companies are making efforts to increase cash payouts in line with the government's initiative to boost shareholder value, the …
· Kang Jae-eun
Big business ordered to pay up for truckers’ fuel bills
Australia’s largest retailers, manufacturers and mining companies will be forced to pay truckers more to compensate for spiralling fuel costs after the Fair Work Commission issued a landmark that could add further pressure to inflation.
· Elias Visontay
China’s Hesai adds colour to lidar as EV makers race to level up in self-driving tech
Colour-capable sensors to ‘significantly enhance’ sensing, helping cars identify traffic lights, construction signs, Deutsche Bank says
· Daniel Ren
China’s Hesai adds colour to lidar as EV makers race to level up in self-driving tech
Colour-capable sensors to ‘significantly enhance’ sensing, helping cars identify traffic lights, construction signs, Deutsche Bank says
· Daniel Ren
Eximbank funds Korea-led $117m Turkey motorway project
Export-Import Bank of Korea said Monday it has provided 100 million euros ($117.5 million) in financing for the Kinali-Malkara Motorway Construction and Operation Project led by Korea Expressway Corporation in Turkey.
· Jeon Ji-woo
Chalmers says Iran war will raise inflation and unemployment, warning fallout of conflict could be ‘severe’
End of war ‘can’t come soon enough’, treasurer says, as inflation expected to rise above 5% in Australia with global supply chains buffeted
· Tom Mcilroy, Patrick Commins
Asia growth forecasts slashed as Iran war and tariffs threaten supply chains
Global institutions forecast slower growth in Asia-Pacific this year, as the Iran war and tariff risks combine to disrupt global trade
· Ralph Jennings
Asia growth forecasts slashed as Iran war and tariffs threaten supply chains
Global institutions forecast slower growth in Asia-Pacific this year, as the Iran war and tariff risks combine to disrupt global trade
· Ralph Jennings
Quarter of a million people could lose job by middle of 2027 as UK ‘flirts with recession’, analysis says
Twin reports from top accounting firms underline scale of economic threat as Iran war shatters business confidence
· Rob Davies
Standard Chartered Korea rolls out next-gen private banking model
Standard Chartered Bank Korea said it is strengthening its “next-generation private banking model” for affluent clients, alongside the launch of a global lifestyle program.
· Lee Han-gyoul
S. Korea, U.S. agree on bolstering anti-money laundering cooperation
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and the United States have agreed on enhancing cooperation to fight money laundering activities in the Asia-Pacific region, Seoul's financial regulator said Monday.
· Park Sang-soo
[Contribution] Middle East shock tests Korea’s economic resilience
Several weeks into the Middle East conflict, uncertainty remains elevated around both its duration and the conditions for de-escalation. While diplomatic efforts have intensified, there is limited clarity on the timing or nature of any resolution. Against this backdrop, it is increasingly important to assess how pro…
· Im Eun-byel
Oil prices and stocks climb as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz persists
People work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Monday, April 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
· Elaine Kurtenbach
World Rugby chief says game has to keep growing as sport eyes U.S. market
World Rugby chair Brett Robinson said that the sport "can't sit still" if it wants to grow, including conquering the "challenge" that is the United States with the 2031 World Cup.
· No Author
IKEA Korea to add 3 outlets by 2027, launch next-day delivery service
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- IKEA Korea said Monday it plans to open three additional outlets by 2027 as part of efforts to strengthen its market presence and drive sales growth.
· Choi Kyong-ae
The Strait of Hormuz should not even require a maritime force to police it | The National
Over nearly two months since the US-Israel war on Iran began, Tehran has held both global shipping and the world economy to ransom.
· The National Editorial
KOFIA to lead delegation of S. Korean asset managers on trip to Singapore, China's Shenzhen
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- A delegation of 17 South Korean asset management chiefs, lead by the Korea Financial Investment Association (KOFIA), is set to visit Singapore and China this week, the association said Monday.
· Kang Jae-eun
In turbulent times, will Hong Kong be a safe haven?
AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Hong Kong SeriesIn turbulent times, will Hong Kong be a safe haven?The US-Israeli war on Iran has unleashed sharp swings across global energy and financial markets, fuelling demand for safe-haven assets, with Hong Kong emerging as a potential beneficiary across gold, property and ca…
· SCMP Staff
In turbulent times, will Hong Kong be a safe haven?
AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Hong Kong SeriesIn turbulent times, will Hong Kong be a safe haven?The US-Israeli war on Iran has unleashed sharp swings across global energy and financial markets, fuelling demand for safe-haven assets, with Hong Kong emerging as a potential beneficiary across gold, property and ca…
· SCMP Staff
Hyundai Rotem's credit rating upgraded to AA- by domestic rating appraisal firms
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- Hyundai Rotem Co., the defense systems manufacturing arm of Hyundai Motor Group, said Monday its credit rating has been raised by all three major domestic appraisal agencies, citing the company's improved profitability and financial stability.
· Chang Dong-woo
Lack of clarity around US-Iran talks weighs on Asia stock rally
Tankers are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Qeshm Island, Iran on April 18. © AP
· JADA NAGUMO
China’s C919 sees delivery delays in 2026, with 3 units shipped in 3 months
Deliveries of the home-grown airliner billed to take on US, European competitors have been slow, with just three dispatched in the first quarter
· Frank Chen
China’s C919 sees delivery delays in 2026, with 3 units shipped in 3 months
Deliveries of the home-grown airliner billed to take on US, European competitors have been slow, with just three dispatched in the first quarter
· Frank Chen
KRX chief departs for Hong Kong to attend general meeting of Asian exchanges federation
The chief of the Korea Exchange departed for Hong Kong on Monday to attend a general meeting of a federation of stock exchanges in the Asia region, the bourse operator said.
· Yonhap
KRX chief departs for Hong Kong to attend general meeting of Asian exchanges federation
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- The chief of the Korea Exchange (KRX) departed for Hong Kong on Monday to attend a general meeting of a federation of stock exchanges in the Asia region, the bourse operator said.
· Kang Jae-eun
Higher inflation, less growth, more unemployment: Chalmers issues budget warning
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has admitted the country is facing higher inflation, lower economic growth and a likely increase in unemployment, with next month’s budget and the broader economy held hostage to how quickly the war against Iran is resolved.
· Shane Wright
Outgoing BOK chief stresses broader role of central bank in addressing long-term challenges
Outgoing Bank of Korea Gov. Rhee Chang-yong said Monday achieving economic stability and growth through monetary and fiscal policy alone has become increasingly difficult, calling for a broader role for the central bank in addressing long-term structural challenges.
· Yonhap