China fires back at currency-depreciation claims, denies using weak yuan to boost exports
Beijing has stressed that it does not intend to rely on a weaker yuan for trade gains, amid a recent rally in the currency...
Why China wants stronger policing of disputed waters under new 5-year plan
China has pledged to strengthen maritime law enforcement and bolster legal and institutional mechanisms to defend its claims in disputed waters. Outlined in Beijing’s...
Sacking of teacher for anti-police remarks reasonable, appeal court rules
The Hong Kong government has won an appeal against a court ruling that found a veteran teacher’s dismissal for anti-police remarks was unlawful. The...
2 tankers carrying India’s Reliance fuel ditch Europe, divert to Singapore, Southeast Asia
Two tankers loaded with fuel from Reliance Industries in India that were headed to Europe made U-turns and are now bound for Asia, according...
3 workers arrested over theft at Tai Po fire block, HK$90,000 in jewellery seized
Hong Kong police have arrested three construction workers on suspicion of theft at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court, seizing HK$90,000 (US$11,510) worth of gold...
China’s securities regulator vows tougher oversight to shore up stock-market confidence
China’s top securities regulator outlined a plan on Friday to strengthen corporate governance, boost investor returns and cultivate globally competitive companies, as Beijing seeks...
8 takeaways from the economic briefing at China’s ‘two sessions’
China’s top economic officials held a press conference on the sidelines of the “two sessions” – the annual meetings of China’s top legislature and...
Sri Lanka takes control of Iranian ship, brings crew to shore
Sri Lanka began transferring more than 200 sailors from an Iranian vessel to shore on Friday after the ship sought help while anchored outside...
Hong Kong police arrest 3 linked to HK$10 million knifepoint robbery
Hong Kong police have arrested three men in connection with a HK$10 million (US$1.28 million) knifepoint robbery in Sheung Wan, the latest in a...