Lingle calls Beijing meetings a success Nov 5, 2009
The next city on Lingle's itinerary is Shanghai, followed by stops in Hong Kong, Hainan Province and Guangdong Province. She is scheduled to return Nov. 13. (Honolulu Advertiser)
J.J. Lasley: Keepin It Real (Estate) Nov 5, 2009
I was not getting paid much, but got free stuff, got to go to Hong Kong and Japan. And then Coach Willingham called me the next year, their first year in Minnesota. (TheBootleg.com)
Hong Kong Disneyland May See Woes Mount With Plan to Build Shanghai Park Nov 5, 2009
Hong Kong Disneyland May See Woes Mount With Shanghai Park Plan - Bloomberg ... Hong Kong Disneyland May See Woes Mount With Shanghai Park Plan ... The mainland Chinese couple, wearing matching Donald Duck T-shirts, spent two hours in the theme on a cool afternoon before heading back onto the train for more sightseeing in Hong Kong. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Watney shoots 64 to take lead at HSBC Champions Nov 5, 2009
Watney signed up earlier this year for the World Cup the week of Thanksgiving at Mission Hills Golf Club near Hong Kong ... "And to get this opportunity to come here and then back to Hong Kong, I didn't think twice about it." ... He spent all day Tuesday in Hong Kong trying to get a visa and missed the pro-am. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Captain Gopinaths cargo venture to take off today Nov 4, 2009
It will fly three Airbus A310 planes and seven smaller ATR planes to connect 17 Indian cities and international destinations like Dubai and Hong Kong. With not much finance coming to fund his cargo venture due to the slowdown, Mr Gopinath sold his stake in Kingfisher Airlines to raise funds. (India Times)
Lower costs help midcap firm profits; s00004000ales still a worry Nov 4, 2009
The BSE index, trading at over 17 times its one-year forward earnings, is more expensive than benchmark indices in most emerging markets, and is just a tad under that of Hong Kong. Pricier bourses include those in Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur. (India Times)
Spreading swine flu to avoid going broke Nov 4, 2009
It is less deadly than the seasonal flu and not anywhere near the deaths from the Hong Kong flu of the 60 s.. Like Climate Change, it is a baseless attempt by those in power to expand their power and exert total control over key areas of the economy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Sebi easy over stock lending span Nov 4, 2009
If you do SLB offshore like in Hong Kong etc, you are paying less, said the head-equity at a foreign bank. Under the existing SLB scheme, a person who owns securities can lend them through an approved intermediary, which also acts as the central counterparty. (India Times)
Welcome to wine country Nov 3, 2009
Hong Kong opens first winerySTORY HIGHLIGHTS. Hong Kong's first winery opens to tap into the burgeoning Chinese demand ... Hong Kong and mainland China now drink 60 percent of all wine consumed in Asia. (CNN -- International)
I-T sleuths find proof against Koda Nov 3, 2009
These companies are understood to have undertaken investments of Mr Koda in steel and mining operations in Thailand , Liberia, Malaysia, Hong Kong and South Africa. Evidence of investment of nearly Rs 8 crore in mining interests by the Dubai based company have also been found. (India Times)
Al-Qaeda has plans for its new recruit Nov 3, 2009
Head Office: Unit B, 16/F, Li Dong Building, No. 9 Li Yuen Street East, Central, Hong Kong Thailand Bureau: 11/13 Petchkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuab Kirikhan, Thailand 77110. (Asia Times Online)
Has Fame Spoiled the Slumdog Millionaire Kids? Nov 3, 2009
Has Fame Spoiled the 'Slumdog Millionaire' Kids. Slumdog Millionaire Kids. (Time.com)
* Experts call pacts window dressing Nov 2, 2009
While China agrees to allow more tourists to visit Taiwan, Taiwanese travel agencies must be approved by China to handle the matter, he said, noting that Taiwanese vessels can transport cross-strait goods only if they are registered in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, Chen Ming-sheng (), assistant to DPP Legislator Tien Chiu-chin (), told the forum that their long-term tracking of Chinas handling of the melamine controversy suggested Beijing was not serious about addressing the problem. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
SignOn San Diego gets new look Nov 2, 2009
Hong Kong officials said Monday they have tightened regulation of complicated investment products after thousands of local retail investors were burned by Lehman Brothers-backed derivatives. LOS ANGELES "Michael Jackson's This Is It" pulled in $101 million worldwide in its first five days, and distributor Sony is extending the farewell. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Asia share drop ltd after Wall St hit Nov 2, 2009
HONG KONG: Asian stocks slid on Monday, with Seoul hitting a two-month low after a sell-off in banking shares slammed Wall Street, a slide viewed as a sign that investors are losing faith in the economic recovery ... "Further profit-taking in risk positions is expected this week and into the end of the year," said Patrick Bennett, Asia currency and rates strategist at Societe Generale in Hong Kong. (India Times)
Metros' teledensity over 100% Nov 2, 2009
In October 2008, Delhi had joined the global league of cities with over 100% mobile penetration, such as London, New York, Paris, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Singapore. But, as per the latest figures by the department of telecom (DoT), Chennai now leads with a 143% penetration, implying that the city has 1. (India Times)
Mohi-uddin Heading to Asia for UBS Stays Dollar Bull as Growth Accelerates Nov 2, 2009
HSBC Holdings Plc is sending , chief executive officer of its global asset-management arm, to become CEO of its Hong Kong unit in February. the Morgan Stanley chief economist who predicted China will overtake the U.S. as the worlds dominant economy, relocated to Hong Kong in 2007. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Sands China May Raise $2.5 Billion in Hong Kong Initial Offer, E-Mail Says Nov 2, 2009
5 Billion in Hong Kong Offering (Update2) - Bloomberg ... 5 Billion in Hong Kong Offering (Update2) ... 5 billion in Hong Kongs biggest initial public offering this year to restart construction of stalled projects and repay debt. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
I-T officials raid Madhu Koda's house Nov 1, 2009
ED officials claimed they had come across documents suggesting that the former ministers had amassed huge wealth including mines, real estate firms and property also in Hong Kong. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Utah Women's Swimming and Diving Team Upsets UNLV Nov 1, 2009
Junior (Yuen Long, Hong Kong) was first in the 3-meter dive with a score of 268. 50 and second in the 1-meter dive at 260. (Utahutes.com)
Jockeys do hard yards to keep careers on track Oct 31, 2009
Thompson has had his ups: riding five firsts in a day for his father at Cessnock; breaking the record for number of winners; working for two years in Hong Kong; and finishing seventh in his only Melbourne Cup ride, on Reckless Tradition in 1986. The deepest down was in 2004 when he suffered a compound ankle fracture, which put him out of racing for two years. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
More missiles across the strait Oct 31, 2009
Asia Times Online :: China News, China Business News, Taiwan and Hong Kong News and Business ... " But Chinese President Hu will be eager for Ma to visit early in Ma's second term, if he would be reelected in 2012. Hu is due to step down as China's president in early 2013, just a year later, and he is mindful of the legacy he will leave behind. So far, the fourth-generation Chinese leader is not known for any major accomplishments, compared to his predecessors. Mao, though a tyrannical dictator,... (Asia Times Online)
Touring Zanzibar's Dark Past Oct 31, 2009
Some ports, like Hong Kong or New York, began by handling tea or opium, then progressed to manufacturing and finance. Others, like Alexandria or Pulau Run (one of the Indonesian Spice Islands that, in 1667, the Dutch swapped with the English for Manhattan) failed to move with the times. (Time.com)
Come back of pre- opening sessions Oct 31, 2009
In Hong Kong, orders are entered into the system in the first 15 minutes of the morning session. The pre-open session consists of an order input period from 9. (India Times)
* Dozens of countries vie for tourists at travel fair Oct 30, 2009
A survey of products showed that round trip tickets to Tokyo could go for as little as NT$2,999, the association said, while tours to Hong Kong could cost around NT$4,400, including accommodations and plane tickets. Many participating travel agencies promise even bigger discounts for customers who act fast. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Pay hike in India may be highest in APAC Oct 30, 2009
The survey pointed out that salary increases in India and China in the current year have been the lowest since 2005, even as they were much better than markets such as Japan and Hong Kong, where companies increased average salaries by 1-2. Apart from factors like growing business activity and increased domestic demand in India, demographics also play a key role in deciding salary hikes. (India Times)
Lingle heads for China to push tourism, trade Oct 30, 2009
The governor will lead a delegation of state business development and tourism officials on a six-city tour, with visits planned for Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong ... Lingle and Liu will be using personal funds to cover expenses in Hong Kong. (Honolulu Advertiser)
SPECIAL REPORT: Swine flu Oct 30, 2009
Swine flu, bird flu, Hong Kong flu, Asian flu, all the epidemics of recent history pale in comparison with "the grippe." For one long month toward the end of World War I, one of the deadliest epidemics in history brought life to a fearful standstill. Oct. 29: Nearly 10 percent of students at two Hingham elementary schools have been out sick, and the superintendent of schools is pointing the finger at swine flu. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
StanChart explores IDR route to list Oct 30, 2009
It is currently listed in UK and Hong Kong. India is the second largest market for the StanChart and a listing in India was more of a way of showing its commitment to the Indian markets. (India Times)
Asia Gold: Indian weddings, softer price lift premiums Oct 29, 2009
Premiums for gold bars firmed to 50 to 70 US cents to spot London prices in Hong Kong from 20 cents last week, although there were also offers at 30 cents. "We've seen some physical buying today. If the dollar continues to recover, there will be pressure on the topside," said Dick Poon, manager of precious metals at Heraeus in Hong Kong. (India Times)
Lingle traveling to China to promote Hawaii tourism, build partnerships Oct 29, 2009
Lingle said she and Liu are using personal funds to pay travel expenses during the Hong Kong leg of their trip. HonoluluAdvertiser. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Lingle heading to China to push isle tourism Oct 29, 2009
The trip includes stops in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Haikou, Sanya and Guangshou ... Lingle also will hold talks with Rita Lau, a Hong Kong government cabinet secretary who handles tourism issues ... Ground travel and accommodations will be financed by Chinese government agencies, though Lingle and Liu will pay their own expenses in Hong Kong. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Recovery fears send Asian mkts down Oct 29, 2009
HONG KONG: Asian shares tumbled for a third successive day on Thursday following heavy overnight falls on Wall Street, as risk appetite deteriorated amid further concerns over the pace of US economic recovery ... By midday Hong Kong dropped 2. (India Times)
India among top 10 Asian countries in CSR practise Oct 29, 2009
The other countries in the list include China (second), Hong Kong (Third), Japan (fifth), Malaysia (sixth), Pakistan (seventh), Philippines (eighth), Singapore (ninth) and Thailand (tenth). The 2009 ASR list was dominated by Australian companies, with eight out of the top ten companies analysed coming from there, followed by India, the survey said. (India Times)
Palin earns at least $1.25 million for book, statement says Oct 29, 2009
Since resigning, she's made only a few public appearances including a September speech before investors in Hong Kong. She also attended the welcome-home ceremony in Fairbanks for soldiers, including her son Track, and appeared at a gun- rights event in Anchorage. (Juneau Empire)
Lingle leads Hawaii delegation to China Oct 29, 2009
Lingle s delegation also will visit Hong Kong, Haikou and Sanya in Hainan Province, and Guangzhou in Guangdong Province. She is scheduled to meet with U.S. Ambassador John Huntsman to discuss U.S. travel visa requirements and investment opportunities. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Indians top global confidence charts Oct 29, 2009
HONG KONG: Global consumer confidence is rebounding , and has risen for the first time in the US since 2007, amid signs the world economy is picking up although spending is still restrained, a survey showed on Wednesday ... Consumer confidence is rising faster in the BRIC countries than other markets, driven by increasing job prospects, Oliver Rust, MD of Nielsen Hong Kong, said. (India Times)
A 24/7 CEO's lament: It's stressful being a CEO in India today Oct 28, 2009
Its not just the conference calls across time zones and constant travel, theres also the barrage of instant messaging thats beaming on iPhones across continents that require immediate attention; an estimated hundred such messages from Junipers offices in the US, Europe, Hong Kong and Singapore each day. And though his colleagues are considerate about not phoning him in the middle of the night, they do call as late as 10 pm and if its an intense discussion, unwinding and getting to... (India Times)
Newsweek: Chinas rail revolution Oct 28, 2009
Beijing's campaign to promote development across regionslike the Yangtse River Delta around Shanghai, or the Pearl River Delta from Guangzhou to Hong Konggets a huge boost from the fact that it will soon be possible to traverse these regions in minutes ... The link, which will ultimately extend south to Hong Kong, is expected to further stimulate Wenzhou's legendary entrepreneurial spirit, which has seen it move rapidly from small family workshops to major textile and electronics... (MSNBC -- International)
Soon, world's tallest hotel in Hong Kong Oct 28, 2009
World's tallest hotel with 118 floors to open in Hong Kong- ET Cetera-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times ... World's tallest hotel with 118 floors to open in Hong Kong28 Oct 2009, 1224 hrs IST, IANS ... HONG KONG: Luxury hotel chain Ritz-Carlton is to open the world's tallest hotel in Hong Kong in 2010 with its top floor on the 118th storey, a news report said Wednesday. (India Times)
Matthews to sing for MSO as Sumi Jo recovers Oct 28, 2009
The coloratura singer has an injury, has been ordered by her doctor not to travel and was forced to withdraw from a performance with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra last night. Sumi has apologised to the public and is holding discussions with the MSO's management about dates for a replacement concert. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Weather Patterns Help Predict Dengue Fever Outbreaks Oct 28, 2009
A research team led by Qiyong Liu of the State Key Laboratory for Infectious Disease Prevention and Control, and China CDC, and Linwei Tian of the Stanley Ho Centre for Emerging Infectious Diseases, School of Public Health and Primary Care, Chinese University of Hong Kong, correlated weather conditions, including minimum and maximum temperature, wind velocity, humidity and rainfall with the number of cases of dengue fever in the city of Guangzhou, capital city of Guangdong Province, China, over... (Science Daily)
China's culture offensive hits a wall Oct 27, 2009
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Asian stocks track Wall Street lower Oct 27, 2009
HONG KONG: Asian stocks retreated Tuesday, following losses on Wall Street amid rising concerns the markets have gotten ahead of economic realities ... The market has gotten high enough, so there's some profit taking right now,'' said Francis Lun, general manager of Fulbright Securities Ltd. in Hong Kong ... Hong Kong's market, which was closed Monday, dropped 330. (India Times)
Asia shares fall, $ givesup early gains Oct 27, 2009
HONG KONG: Asian shares fell on Tuesday as investors worried that an eventual withdrawal of economic support measures could undermine global recovery while the dollar gave up early gains as short-covering rece 00004000 ded ... Shares in China Life Insurance Co, the world's top life insurer by market value, rose 2 per cent in Hong Kong after the Chinese company's third-quarter earnings more than doubled. (India Times)
Indians get least paid leaves Oct 27, 2009
While, employees in Australia, Taiwan and India would potentially get 28 days followed by Hong Kong (26), Singapore (25) and China (21). Read business stories in. (India Times)
India beats China at prosperity game Oct 27, 2009
While Switzerland tops the rankings for democratic institutions, Hong Kong tops economic fundamentals ranking. The United States tops the entrepreneurship and innovation ranking. (India Times)
Chelsea go top Oct 25, 2009
At St Andrews, in Birmingham's first home game since Hong Kong businessman Carson Yeung bought the club, City went ahead eight minutes before half-time when Liam Ridgewell got on the end of a Sebastian Larsson free-kick. And soon after the break Scotland striker James McFadden doubled Birmingham's lead following good work by Larsson. (iAfrica.com)
Five-star Chelsea Oct 25, 2009
I am pleased for the owners, said manager Alex McLeish of Birminghams first home win since Hong Kong businessman Carson Yeung took over the club. They are absolutely ecstatic, and so they should be because it was a great home start for them in what was a thoroughly deserved victory. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Football: Lampard double puts Chelsea top Oct 25, 2009
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China may push for yuan at Asean Oct 24, 2009
BEIJING: China is set to use the Asean meet to sell the idea of making the yuan an in 00004000 ternational currency. It is using the sense of uncertainty over the US dollar to sell a new dream of enlarged regional trade, financial support from Beijing and reduced dependence on the volatile dollar. (India Times)
True Temper expands lines Oct 24, 2009
and has operations in Olive Branch, Southern California, Tokyo, Hong Kong and London. The company has more than 800 employees worldwide. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Chelseas imperious home form may prove a handful for Sams side Oct 24, 2009
Birmingham, beaten 3-1 away to Arsenal last time out, welcome Sunderland to St Andrews for the Midlands sides first home match since the club were taken over by Hong Kong businessman Carson Yeung. Todays other matches see high-flyers Tottenham taking on Stoke while Wolves play Aston Villa and Burnley face Wigan. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Developing Countries Must Boost Broadband: U.N. Oct 24, 2009
However, the economic crisis has hit sales of ICT goods such as phones and computers and trade in them declined dramatically last year, according to figures from the top six exporters -- China, Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, United States and Germany. Exports have recovered this year, especially from China, now by far the biggest ICT goods exporter. (Newsmax)
Trading hours may make brokers' lives harder Oct 24, 2009
For instance, someone dealing from markets like Hong Kong and Singapore will rarely put in anything less than 15 hours a day ... For those in Hong Kong and Singapore back offices, life will be nothing but hell, said a chief dealer in an institutional brokerage. (India Times)
Reds need United ally Oct 23, 2009
Last Upd: 07:49am 23 Oct 2009. R3,000 free @ Prestige Casino. (iAfrica.com)
Indians may get biggest pay hikes next year Oct 22, 2009
HONG KONG: Companies in Asia are set to offer bigger pay rises next year as the region continues to rebound from the global recession, notably in India where base salary levels are poised to jump nearly 10%, a survey showed on Wednesday ... Salaries barely grew at all in Hong Kong and Japan, this year as companies cut staff ... More than 60% of companies surveyed in Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore froze wage levels, compared with only 26. (India Times)
IIMs bet big on South East Asia for placements Oct 22, 2009
Dr Chris W Chan, associate professor and director of MBA programme , at the University of Hong Kong (HKU), said that they have observed a 20-30 % rise in the number of MBA applications this year from Indian students ... Invest Hong Kong director-general of investment promotion Simon Galpin told ET that over 3,000 MNCs are already present in the special administrative region of China, which will open newer opportunities. (India Times)
Pohang, Al Ittihad eye healthy lead in semis first-leg Oct 21, 2009
Nagoya have their own injury worries with striker Keiji Tamada a doubt after injuring a rib while playing for Japan in their Asian Cup qualifier against Hong Kong earlier this month. Nagoyas Serbian coach Dragan Stojkovic also has a selection headache in defence after Takahiro Masukawa was hospitalised with swine flu. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Current global recovery may stall: IMF Oct 21, 2009
It was also applicable to those facing looming age-related fiscal pressures, such as Japan and the newly industrialized economies of South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, he said ... In fact, those economies with some of the largest initial contractions were South Korea, Singapore and Hong Kong, with large shares of high tech and other manufacturing trade with advanced economies, he said. (India Times)
Global face for Asian Champions League semis Oct 20, 2009
Takahiro Masukawa has contracted swine flu, though there is some better news for coach Stojkovic as international striker Keiji Tamada could recover from a rib injury sustained while playing for Japan against Hong Kong two weeks ago. Nagoya knocked out South Korea champions Suwon Bluewings in the second round and a late goal from Australian target man Josh Kennedy gave them a narrow win over fellow J-League team Kawasaki Frontale in the quarterfinals. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Globetrotters: Brown brings international stars in for shot at bigone Oct 20, 2009
Mourilyan's globetrotting career began in Ireland, and he has since run in England, Canada, Dubai, Singapore and Hong Kong. Bankable has done most of his racing in England, but recent trips to Dubai and Singapore prepared him for this trip. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
After decades of service, doctor would do it again in a heartbeat Oct 20, 2009
One day you can sneeze in Australia, the next day you re in Hong Kong and the next day you could be in San Francisco. When it comes to infectious disease we re always a step behind, Fiorilli states. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Global stocks at 1-year high, bulls on parade Oct 20, 2009
HONG KONG: Global stocks extended gains to a one-year high on Tuesday, up 75 per cent from a crisis low after strong sales numbers from Apple Inc suggested U.S. consumption is returning ... Dariusz Kowalczyk, chief investment strategist with SJS Markets in Hong Kong, said in a note that the eight companies in the S that reported results on Monday topped consensus by an average 15 percent ... "There are no warning signs for AUD bulls," said Patrick Bennett, Asia foreign exchange and rates... (India Times)
ECGC planning to expand overseas Oct 19, 2009
"We are contemplating setting up of our offices in London, Dubai, Singapore or Hong Kong and Africa," Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India (ECGC) Chairman and Managing Director A V Muralidharan said here. The Corporation has already applied to the government for permission to open the offices and is awaiting its approval, he said. (India Times)
