Retail Sales On the Rise, Up by 19.6% in June Hong Kong’s total retail sales value in June increased by 19.6% ($33.1 billion) compared to the previous year. This is according to the Census & Statistics Department. Online sales came in at 6.7% of the total retail sales value for the month. Meanwhile, the sales…
Enhanced Talent Admission Regime Attracting Skilled Workforce An enhanced talent admission regime in Hong Kong is working at attracting skilled workforce as the region emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic. Hong Kong introduced the Top Talent Pass Scheme to attract top talent. Within half a year, it received at least 84,000 applications. Out of that number,…
Hong Kong Using Tech for Mail Service Improvements Hongkong Post, the city’s renowned postal service, is making significant strides in keeping up with the rapid growth of e-commerce. The postal service leverages smart technology for improved efficiency and enhanced customer experience. According to Hong Kong government, these solutions would also consider workplace safety. iPostal…
More than 70,000 Local Companies Registered in the First Six Months of 2022 In the first six months of 2023, the Companies Registry reported that 72,588 local companies had registered. Bringing the overall count of local companies to a whopping 1,416,643, this number showed positive signs for Hong Kong’s local business scene. Additionally, 422 non-Hong…
Hong Kong as Choice for Global Family Businesses: Family Office Network Unveiled The Hong Kong government is developing a vibrant family office network to provide holistic support to global family offices. The government recently launched the network platform through Invest Hong Kong. It will promote the region as a value-added destination for global family-run offices.…
Hong Kong’s Supplementary Labour Scheme Gets Enhancements The workforce shortage could be problematic if unaddressed, due to which the Hong Kong government is enhancing its current supplementary labour scheme. It will be introducing labour importation schemes for the construction and transport sectors. The government’s Chief Executive says that many sectors in Hong Kong are experiencing…
Labour Department’s Special Career Let’s Go Programme to Support Secondary School Graduates The Hong Kong Labour Department has announced the launch of the special Career Let’s Go programme. The programme aims to assist secondary school graduates prepare for their professional careers. It does so by providing a range of pre-employment training and employment services to…
Hong Kong to Be More Favorable for Family Businesses With the Family Office Tax Exemption The Hong Kong Legislative Council has passed the Inland Revenue (Amendment) (Tax Concessions for Family-owned Investment Holding Vehicles) Bill 2022. The bill amends the Inland Revenue Ordinance to offer tax benefits for eligible family-owned investment holding vehicles (FIHVs) in Hong…
Hong Kong Retains Fourth-Place Ranking in Global Financial Centres Index 32 Report Hong Kong retains its fourth-place ranking in the Global Financial Centres Index 32 report. Rankings improved in infrastructure, business environment, reputation, and financial sector development. The rankings reflect Hong Kong’s strength as a major global financial centre. The Hong Kong government adopted proactive…
Hong Kong Government Announces the Increase in Work Injury Compensation The Labour Department has announced an increase in compensation levels for work injuries and occupational diseases, providing enhanced protection for employees. Legislative resolutions have raised the levels of 18 compensation items, benefiting injured workers and their families. This development will have a positive impact on…