Industry Leaders Urge Taiwan to Modernize Tax Regimes and Eliminate Tariffs on U.S. Vehicles to Bolster Competitiveness

In an era defined by rapid shifts in the global investment landscape, the international business community is calling on the Taiwan government to accelerate the modernization of its fiscal and…

Hong Kong Legislative Council Embarks on Significant Study Tour to Beijing to Deepen Understanding of National Development

Hong Kong’s Legislative Council (LegCo) has commenced a week-long study tour in Beijing, an initiative designed to provide lawmakers with an in-depth understanding of China’s development trajectory and national policies.…

Taiwan Tech Policy Review: Strengthening National Resilience through AI Infrastructure, Privacy Modernization, and Quantum Advancement.

The Committee on Technology Policy has officially commended the Taiwan government for its proactive strides in advancing a comprehensive technological agenda designed to secure the island’s long-term competitiveness. With the…

Taiwan Reports Significant Surge in Chinese Maritime Incursions Amidst Escalating Tensions

Taiwan detected a sharp rise in the number of Chinese ships entering waters around the island democracy last month, a Taiwanese coast guard official said, as Beijing intensifies pressure on…

Hong Kong’s Hospitality Sector Sees Unexpected Surge in Revenue Driven by World Cup Viewership

Hong Kong’s bars and restaurants experienced a significant revenue boost of an estimated HK$500 million during the recent World Cup, a figure that surpassed initial industry expectations. This impressive financial…

Hong Kong Government Defends Dog-Friendly Restaurant Policy Amidst Public Backlash and Hygiene Concerns

Hong Kong’s ambitious new policy, permitting dogs to enter designated restaurants and cafes, remains firmly in place despite a wave of online criticism and isolated incidents of improper conduct. Environment…

Hong Kong Grapples with Decades-Old Sex Crime Laws Amidst Calls for Urgent Reform

The harrowing account of Mui, a survivor of seven years of sexual abuse by her stepfather, begins a crucial conversation about the deeply entrenched and outdated nature of Hong Kong’s…

Hong Kong Book Fair Opens Amidst Shadow of Sedition Raids and Bookstore Bans

The annual Hong Kong Book Fair, a cultural cornerstone for the city’s bibliophiles, has officially opened its doors, drawing crowds to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. However, this…

United States Ends Hong Kong National Emergency, But Autonomy Concerns Linger

Washington has officially decided not to renew the state of emergency that was imposed in July 2020, citing threats to national security posed by Beijing’s stringent national security law in…

Hong Kong Enforces Comprehensive Smoking Ban on Construction Sites, Issuing First Fine on Day One

Hong Kong has implemented a sweeping ban on smoking at all construction sites, a move that took effect with the issuance of the first HK$3,000 fixed penalty notice on its…