HK becomes a safe haven for US-listed Chinese firms

The Hong Kong stock market is expected to benefit from a pipeline of new dual primary entries as many Chinese businesses look for a safe destination in case they are required to delist from US markets. After nine companies completed their own dual-primary listings in Hong Kong this year, regarding 30 more including e-commerce giant Alibaba […]

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Daily round-up, Sep 8: Vietnam bar fire death toll rises; Najib not given special treatment in jail, says Malaysia; SFA updates mask advisory for wet market food handlers

Let’s get you up to speed with the day’s stories. The death toll from a fire on Tuesday night at a karaoke bar in southern Vietnam has risen to 32. The blaze engulfed the second floor of the building, trapping customers and staff. The building’s staircase and emergency exit were blockedContinue Reading

How to save the global free trade order

The world faces unprecedented and difficult challenges, including US-China rivalry, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Covid-19 pandemic, climate change and supply chain disruptions. One consequence of these challenges is the possible division of the world economy into two or more political blocs, not unlike the situation that prevailed before the Second World War. To […]

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Daily round-up, Sep 7: Malaysia lifts indoor mask mandate; wet market vegetable prices in Singapore rising

Let’s get you up to speed with the day’s stories. Malaysia on Wednesday (Sep 7) made wearing masks indoors optional, except for on public transport or in healthcare settings. Business owners will be allowed to decide whether to impose their own face mask requirements.  Healthcare facilities include hospitals, clinics andContinue Reading