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Hong Kong's Mega-Events Go Green, Add $1B to Economy
Planet WinsSep 1

Hong Kong's Mega-Events Go Green, Add $1B to Economy

Hong Kong is proving that blockbuster concerts and sporting events can boost the economy while slashing carbon emissions. The city's green event revolution is attracting major acts and creating a billion-dollar sustainability win.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong Maps Aerospace Future as First Astronaut Launches
Global NewsJun 2

Hong Kong Maps Aerospace Future as First Astronaut Launches

Hong Kong is positioning itself as a key player in the global space economy, with experts charting a path for the city to contribute billions in growth. The announcement comes as Hong Kong's Lai Ka-ying becomes the city's first astronaut, joining China's Shenzhou-23 mission.

South China Morning Post3 min read
Hong Kong Economy Surges 5.9% in Strongest Growth Since 2021
Global NewsMay 6

Hong Kong Economy Surges 5.9% in Strongest Growth Since 2021

Hong Kong just posted its fastest economic growth in nearly five years at 5.9%, powered by strong consumer spending and booming exports despite global tensions. The city's recovery marks three straight years of expansion with economists predicting even brighter days ahead.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Hong Kong Approves Dog-Friendly Restaurants by Mid-2026
Acts of KindnessJan 29

Hong Kong Approves Dog-Friendly Restaurants by Mid-2026

Hong Kong is lifting its decades-old ban on dogs in restaurants, with the first pet-friendly dining spots expected to open by mid-2026. The move aims to tap into the city's booming pet economy, serving over 240,000 households with furry family members.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong Refill Campaign Cuts Plastic 69% Per Bottle
Planet WinsJul 20

Hong Kong Refill Campaign Cuts Plastic 69% Per Bottle

A new Hong Kong campaign is making sustainable shopping easier by turning refill packs into everyday choices. Every refill purchase at PARKnSHOP supports ocean conservation through WWF-Hong Kong.

Google News - Plastic Reduction2 min read
Hong Kong Police Officer Joins China's Space Station Crew
Community HeroesMay 23

Hong Kong Police Officer Joins China's Space Station Crew

Lai Ka-ying, a Hong Kong police superintendent and researcher, will become the first person from Hong Kong to travel to space when she launches to China's Tiangong space station Sunday. Her selection marks a milestone in Hong Kong's growing role in China's aerospace achievements.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong's First Astronaut Lai Ka-ying Reaches Space
VideosMay 26

Hong Kong's First Astronaut Lai Ka-ying Reaches Space

Hong Kong police superintendent and mother of three Lai Ka-ying made history Sunday night as the first astronaut from Hong Kong to reach space. The successful Shenzhou-23 mission marks a new chapter for Hong Kong's role in China's ambitious space program.

Google: space mission success2 min read
Hong Kong and Finland Partner on Health Innovation
InnovationMay 15

Hong Kong and Finland Partner on Health Innovation

Hong Kong is teaming up with Finland to advance life-saving health technology, opening doors for Nordic companies to reach millions across Asia. The partnership combines Finnish innovation with Hong Kong's research power and access to Chinese markets.

Regional: finland innovation (FI)3 min read
Thailand and Hong Kong Team Up on Green Tech and Finance
Planet WinsMar 24

Thailand and Hong Kong Team Up on Green Tech and Finance

Thailand and Hong Kong are joining forces to accelerate sustainable development through green technology and finance partnerships. The collaboration combines Thailand's renewable energy innovation with Hong Kong's global financial expertise.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)3 min read
Hong Kong's First Astronaut Launches Into Space
Community HeroesMay 25

Hong Kong's First Astronaut Launches Into Space

Hong Kong police superintendent Lai Ka-ying just became the city's first astronaut, blasting off to space on China's Shenzhou-23 mission. Her historic journey marks a proud milestone for Hong Kong and inspires a new generation of dreamers.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong Gets 100+ Drone Ideas to Transform Daily Life
InnovationMar 21

Hong Kong Gets 100+ Drone Ideas to Transform Daily Life

Hong Kong received over 100 innovative drone proposals to build its "low-altitude economy," with pilot projects launching within three months. The city is turning futuristic delivery dreams into everyday reality.

South China Morning Post3 min read
Hong Kong's First Astronaut Heads to Space Station
VideosJun 4

Hong Kong's First Astronaut Heads to Space Station

Dr. Lai Ka-Ying just became Hong Kong's first astronaut, launching to China's Tiangong space station to track greenhouse gas emissions from orbit. The computer scientist will operate a Hong Kong-designed observatory, proving the city's universities can play a major role in space exploration.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong Unemployment Drops to 3.8% in February 2026
Global NewsMar 19

Hong Kong Unemployment Drops to 3.8% in February 2026

Hong Kong's job market just got brighter as unemployment fell to 3.8%, signaling stronger economic momentum. More people are finding work, especially in retail and hospitality sectors that were hit hardest in recent years.

Google: unemployment rate drops2 min read
Hong Kong's First Astronaut Teaches From Space Station
Community Heroes6d ago

Hong Kong's First Astronaut Teaches From Space Station

Hong Kong's first astronaut beamed a live science lesson from the Tiangong space station, cooking chicken wings in zero gravity and inspiring thousands of students. Lai Ka-ying showed her former school how she spots Hong Kong's lights from orbit.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong Program Brings Coding Skills to Cambodian Kids
Acts of KindnessSep 8

Hong Kong Program Brings Coding Skills to Cambodian Kids

A Hong Kong educational initiative is expanding across Cambodia, bringing computer programming and problem-solving skills to even more young learners. The program has already helped thousands of students in Hong Kong and mainland China since 2016.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong Arts Hub Signs 12 Global Partnership Deals
Planet WinsMar 22

Hong Kong Arts Hub Signs 12 Global Partnership Deals

Hong Kong just strengthened its position as a cultural bridge between East and West with 12 new international partnerships. The agreements will bring world-class performances to the city and share Hong Kong's creative talent with global audiences.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong Science Fair Opens Free to Public This June
InnovationJun 5

Hong Kong Science Fair Opens Free to Public This June

Nearly 9,000 young innovators have participated in Hong Kong's Science Fair over five years, and now the public can join for free. This year's event features AI-powered inventions from 120 student teams and a special aerospace engineering section inspired by Hong Kong's first astronaut.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Hong Kong's First Astronaut Heads to Space on May 24
Community HeroesMay 24

Hong Kong's First Astronaut Heads to Space on May 24

Lai Ka-ying, Hong Kong's first astronaut, is set to launch aboard China's Shenzhou-23 spacecraft tonight at 11:08 pm Beijing time. After more than a year of rigorous training in Beijing, the Hong Kong-born payload specialist will join her crew in writing a new chapter for the region's space exploration.

Google: space mission success3 min read
Hong Kong Backs 360K Small Businesses With Smart Tech Push
SolutionsAug 31

Hong Kong Backs 360K Small Businesses With Smart Tech Push

Hong Kong is transforming its economy by giving 360,000 small businesses the tools to go digital and grow stronger. The city just announced a major expansion of AI support and smart manufacturing programs across the Asia-Pacific region.

Google News - Innovation Technology3 min read
Hong Kong Building 40,000-Petaflop AI Hub by 2030
InnovationJun 16

Hong Kong Building 40,000-Petaflop AI Hub by 2030

Hong Kong is building a massive AI data center with 40,000 petaflops of computing power by 2030, positioning the city as a global tech innovation hub. The partnership between Hong Kong Science Park and AI giant SenseTime could transform how AI products reach international markets.

South China Morning Post2 min read

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