Hong Kong, Zhejiang province sign deal covering smart cities, AI and fintech City leader John Lee says partnership spans 13 areas and 51 projects, with ‘mechanism’ established for both sides to work together.

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Hong Kong, Zhejiang to boost links in 13 key areas including AI, smart cities

City leader John Lee also calls on entrepreneurs of Ningbo descent to invest in border innovation hub.

Chinese pair caught photographing South Korea military base twice in days The repeated incidents have ignited debate over legal loopholes that allow such activity outside designated security zones.

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Chinese pair caught photographing South Korean military base twice in days

The repeated incidents have ignited debate over legal loopholes that allow such activity outside designated security zones.

China denies rumours of US trade talks, says claims have ‘no factual basis’ The Ministry of Commerce rejected claims of bilateral negotiations on trade with the US, saying the two countries have not engaged in talks.

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‘Fake news’: China dismisses claims of US trade talks

Government ministries say trade negotiations not being considered after US President Donald Trump suggested the two countries have been in contact.

Is Hong Kong’s population stabilising? No, but there’s room to grow As the city’s natural population growth rate decreases, we can still ensure that enough local and foreign talent call Hong Kong home.

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Opinion | Is Hong Kong’s population stabilising? No, but there’s room to grow

As the city’s natural population growth rate decreases, we can still ensure that enough local and foreign talent call Hong Kong home.