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Openlake NFT Marketplace Reshapes Pop Music Industry in Hong Kong

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Hong Kong, Pearl River Delta, South China Sea, Cities in China, Culture of Hong Kong, Geography of China, In Hong Kong, Architecture of Hong Kong

One of the main objectives of Openlake is to reshape the distribution of the pop music songs with the new technologies.

Key Points: 
  • One of the main objectives of Openlake is to reshape the distribution of the pop music songs with the new technologies.
  • Openlake now officially enters the Hong Kong market and works with local music firms in Hong Kong.
  • However, the pop music in Hong Kong today is much worse due to the impact of Internet.
  • These platforms don't need quality music songs as they own most of the internet traffic, which had a huge negative impact on the pop music industry in Hong Kong and Mainland China.

Openlake NFT Marketplace Reshapes Pop Music Industry in Hong Kong

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Hong Kong, Pearl River Delta, South China Sea, Cities in China, Culture of Hong Kong, Geography of China, In Hong Kong, Architecture of Hong Kong

One of the main objectives of Openlake is to reshape the distribution of the pop music songs with the new technologies.

Key Points: 
  • One of the main objectives of Openlake is to reshape the distribution of the pop music songs with the new technologies.
  • Openlake now officially enters the Hong Kong market and works with local music firms in Hong Kong.
  • However, the pop music in Hong Kong today is much worse due to the impact of Internet.
  • These platforms don't need quality music songs as they own most of the internet traffic, which had a huge negative impact on the pop music industry in Hong Kong and Mainland China.

President of the Chinese Culture and Arts Association comments on electoral system amendments: Improve Hong Kong’s Ability to “Govern Itself”

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Hong Kong, Politics of Hong Kong, In Hong Kong, Pearl River Delta, South China Sea, Cities in China, Carrie Lam, 2019–20 Hong Kong protests

HONG KONG, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- China's top legislature endorsed on Thursday a decision on improving the electoral system of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, which marks another major step to improve the region's legal and political systems, said Lv Jian-she, President of the Hong Kong-based Chinese Culture and Arts Association.

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  • HONG KONG, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- China's top legislature endorsed on Thursday a decision on improving the electoral system of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, which marks another major step to improve the region's legal and political systems, said Lv Jian-she, President of the Hong Kong-based Chinese Culture and Arts Association.
  • To respond to this, Hong Kong chief executive Carrie Lam says the citys postponed legislative elections could be delayed even further due to changes to its electoral system planned.
  • Back in 2019, massive protests happened in Hong Kong escalated into violencethat caught the world's attention, said Lv Jian-she, President of the Chinese Culture and Arts Association.
  • And this time, the amendments will bring further politicalsafeguard to Hong Kong.

Hong Kong: Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the mass arrest of people involved in the July 2020 pro-democracy primary elections

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Friday, January 8, 2021
Chinese law, In Hong Kong, Politics of Hong Kong, Hong Kong law, Law, Extraterritorial jurisdiction, Hong Kong Basic Law, Hong Kong national security law, Pro-democracy camp

The authorities in Hong Kong arrested over 50 people on 6 January 2021 on charges pursuant to the National Security Law (NSL).

Key Points: 
  • The authorities in Hong Kong arrested over 50 people on 6 January 2021 on charges pursuant to the National Security Law (NSL).
  • The charges in question relate to the holding in July 2020 of pro-democracy primary elections aimed at identifying candidates for the next Legislative Council elections.
  • These arrests penalise political activity that should be entirely legitimate in any political system that respects basic democratic principles.
  • The EU calls for the immediate release of those arrested.

Nomination Committee appointed for the 2021 Annual General Meeting of Immunovia AB (Publ)

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Corporate governance, Corporate law, Committees, Shareholder committee, In Hong Kong, Shareholders

According to the instructions for the Nomination Committee of Immunovia AB (Publ) that were adopted at the Annual General Meeting on May 7, 2020, the Nomination Committee shall consist of four members

Key Points: 
  • According to the instructions for the Nomination Committee of Immunovia AB (Publ) that were adopted at the Annual General Meeting on May 7, 2020, the Nomination Committee shall consist of four members
    LUND, Sweden, Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Nomination Committee, which is to be appointed for the period until a new Nomination Committee is appointed, shall consist of four members, of which three will be appointed by the Company's three largest shareholders in terms of voting, and the fourth shall be the Chairman of the Board.
  • Unless otherwise agreed between the members, the member appointed by the largest shareholder in terms of number of votes shall be appointed chairman of the nomination committee.
  • Shareholders who wish to submit proposals to the Nomination Committee are welcome to contact the Nomination Committee at the company's address.
  • In order for the Nomination Committee to be able to consider a proposal, the proposal must have been received in good time before the Annual General Meeting, but no later than 31 January 2021.

LU study reveals over 80% of Mainland China and Hong Kong university students show no interest in studying abroad after COVID-19 pandemic

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Tuesday, November 3, 2020
In Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Pearl River Delta, South China Sea, Chinese law, Cities in China, Hong Kong law, British Hong Kong, Hong Kong national security law

In addition, Hong Kong is the second most popular post-COVID study destination, just behind the US and ahead of the UK.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, Hong Kong is the second most popular post-COVID study destination, just behind the US and ahead of the UK.
  • The online survey, which asks university students in Hong Kong and the Mainland to share their overseas study plans and preferred study destinations after COVID-19 pandemic, was conducted between late April and early May 2020.
  • Most of the respondents (84%) showed no interest in studying abroad after the pandemic, while only 16 per cent of respondents would consider pursuing further education overseas.
  • About one-third of respondents prefer to study in Asian countries and regions including Hong Kong, Taiwan and Japan.

LU study reveals over 80% of Mainland China and Hong Kong university students show no interest in studying abroad after COVID-19 pandemic

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Tuesday, November 3, 2020
In Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Pearl River Delta, South China Sea, Chinese law, Cities in China, Hong Kong law, British Hong Kong, Hong Kong national security law

In addition, Hong Kong is the second most popular post-COVID study destination, just behind the US and ahead of the UK.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, Hong Kong is the second most popular post-COVID study destination, just behind the US and ahead of the UK.
  • The online survey, which asks university students in Hong Kong and the Mainland to share their overseas study plans and preferred study destinations after COVID-19 pandemic, was conducted between late April and early May 2020.
  • Most of the respondents (84%) showed no interest in studying abroad after the pandemic, while only 16 per cent of respondents would consider pursuing further education overseas.
  • About one-third of respondents prefer to study in Asian countries and regions including Hong Kong, Taiwan and Japan.

Hong Kong: Statement by the Spokesperson on the arrest of Joshua

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Friday, September 25, 2020
Politics of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Joshua Wong, In Hong Kong, Chinese law, Politics of China, Hong Kong Basic Law

The arrest of Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong on 24 September is the latest in a troubling series of arrests of pro-democracy activists since the summer.

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  • The arrest of Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong on 24 September is the latest in a troubling series of arrests of pro-democracy activists since the summer.
  • These arrests warrant very careful scrutiny by the independent judiciary.
  • The European Union reiterates that an independent judicial system, operating free of political influence and consideration, is a cornerstone of Hong Kongs autonomy under the one country, two systems principle and is protected by the Basic Law.
  • The EU has pointed out that developments in Hong Kong call into question Chinas will to uphold its international commitments, undermine trust and impact EU-China relations.

Hong Kong Construction Market, 2015-2019 & 2020-2024 - Already in a Dire State Prior to the COVID-19 Outbreak, and the Situation Has Worsened Amid the Pandemic - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Pearl River Delta, Politics of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, South China Sea, Cities in China, In Hong Kong, Chinese language, Geography of China, Hong Kong–Mainland China conflict

The "Construction in Hong Kong - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Construction in Hong Kong - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Hong Kong's construction industry was already in a dire state prior to the COVID-19 outbreak, with output contracting by 9.3% in 2019, and the situation has worsened amid the pandemic, with renewed tensions following political interference from China.
  • The US government's trade war with China and the removal of Hong Kong's special status is expected to decrease investment in the construction industry.
  • It provides:
    Historical (2015-2019) and forecast (2020-2024) valuations of the construction industry in Hong Kong, featuring details of key growth drivers.

Hong Kong: Statement by the Spokesperson on recent arrests and r

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Thursday, August 13, 2020
Politics of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong national security law, In Hong Kong, Media of Hong Kong, Jimmy Lai, National People's Congress decision on Hong Kong national security legislation, Businesspeople, Localism in Hong Kong, Causes of the 2019–20 Hong Kong protests, Chinese people

The recent arrests of Jimmy Lai, members of his family and other individuals, and the raid on the offices of newspaper Apple Daily, under allegations of collusion with foreign forces, further stoke fears that the National Security Law is being used to stifle freedom of expression and of the media in Hong Kong.

Key Points: 
  • The recent arrests of Jimmy Lai, members of his family and other individuals, and the raid on the offices of newspaper Apple Daily, under allegations of collusion with foreign forces, further stoke fears that the National Security Law is being used to stifle freedom of expression and of the media in Hong Kong.
  • The European Union recalls that the respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms is a central element of the Basic Law and the one country, two systems principle.
  • In addition, media freedom and pluralism, are pillars of democracy as they are essential components of open and free society.
  • It is essential that the existing rights and freedoms of Hong Kong residents are fully protected, including freedom of speech, of the press and of publication, as well as freedom of association and of assembly.