Tag Archives: Hong Kong

“Belt and Road Summit Marks Decade of Growth”

HONG KONG — The 10th Belt and Road Summit concluded successfully this week, attracting over 6,200 delegates from more than 70 countries and regions, according to government releases and press reports. The summit, jointly organized by the Hong Kong Special … Continue reading “Belt and Road Summit Marks Decade of Growth”

Hong Kong: Highest Alert, Major Flight Disruptions

HONG KONG – On July 20, Typhoon Wipha struck Hong Kong as a Category 10 storm with gusts up to 167 km/h, heavy rainfall, and powerful waves. Authorities reported over 450 fallen trees, more than 250 people sought shelter, and 26 hospitalized … Continue reading Hong Kong: Highest Alert, Major Flight Disruptions

Airbus Secures 250+ Orders as Boeing Sinks

NEW DELHI/HONG KONG /PARIS – Just days after the catastrophic crash of Air India Flight AI171 – a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner – in Ahmedabad on 12 June that killed at least 241 people onboard and over 30 on the ground, Boeing has … Continue reading Airbus Secures 250+ Orders as Boeing Sinks

Hong Kong stops exports to the USA: New customs rule

HONG KONG – In a strong response to the recent measures by the U.S. government under President Donald Trump, Hong Kong has suspended all goods shipments to the United States. The decision follows Washington’s announcement that it would abolish the … Continue reading Hong Kong stops exports to the USA: New customs rule

Chinese Naval Exercise Disrupts Regional Air Traffic

CANBERRA – Airlines operating near Australia were caught off guard last week when commercial pilots first learned mid-flight about a Chinese live-fire naval exercise in the Tasman Sea. Satellite messages seen by Reuters reveal that pilots received emergency advisories, forcing … Continue reading Chinese Naval Exercise Disrupts Regional Air Traffic