The United States has revoked the visas of three Chilean officials in an unusual diplomatic move linked to Chile’s expanding trade relations with China.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio alleged that the officials risked compromising critical telecommunications infrastructure through a proposed undersea cable project connecting Chile to Hong Kong.

Chile’s government dismissed the allegations, with Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren saying the project is still in its early stages and that no final decision has been taken. The development comes weeks before President-elect José Antonio Kast is due to assume office.


US Cancels Visas of Chilean Officials Over China-Linked Undersea Cable Proposal

In Hong Kong, prosecutors have played recordings of decades-old pro-democracy speeches in the national security trial of prominent activists, a move critics say reflects the shrinking space for free expression under Beijing-imposed laws. 


Hong Kong Uses Decades-Old Speeches To Try Democracy Activists Under Security Law | WION

Thousands of Hong Kong residents queued to lay white and yellow flowers at a memorial following a deadly fire that shocked the city. The outpouring of grief reflects widespread sorrow and solidarity as officials continue investigations into the cause of the tragedy.


Hong Kong fire probe: 151 dead in deadly blaze, dozens still reported missing 

Hong Kong, China: Forty-four people have died after a massive fire engulfed multiple high-rise towers of a residential complex in Hong Kong's northern Tai Po district on Wednesday, with thick grey smoke billowing out as emergency services battled to subdue the blaze. Several people remain trapped inside the burning towers. Watch for more details!


Hong Kong high-rise fire: Four blocks under control, operations continue in others  

Hong Kong fire: 3 arrested in Hong Kong as high-rise fire leaves at least 44 dead 

Hong Kong fire: 44 dead, hundreds missing after fire engulfs Tai Po complex, 3 arrested

Hong Kong Fire: Hong Kong Security Secretary Visits Scene of Deadly High-Rise Fire

Four Dead in Hong Kong Housing Estate Fire: Government

It is festive time in Hong Kong and people are making the famous mid autumn festival more vibrant with a variety of activities . Watch to know more.

Hong Kong celebrates Mid-Autumn festival

Say hello to the world-famous blue robot cat at the special #Doraemon exhibition in Hong Kong.

Inside Doraemon Exhibition: 135 Unique Doraemon Models Make Their Debut

Hong Kong children have grown taller and heavier over the last 30 years, probably due to better nutrition and improved socioeconomic conditions, a major study has found. Watch to know more.

Hong Kong Kids are growing taller, nutrition and prosperity fueling Hong Kong's taller generation

Hong Kong lawmakers have unanimously passed a new tough national security bill that critics believe will curtail civil liberties.

Hong Kong passes tougher security bill amidst criticism

As media tycoon and pro-democracy activist, Jimmy Lai is at the court to face his biggest trial today. The 76-year-old can face life imprisonment over his charges under Beijing's national security law.

Hong Kong: Media mogul Jimmy Lai on trial without jury

The longest losing streak on record in Hong Kong’s $4.6 trillion stock market is hurting the city’s financial industry. The historic slump and job losses are adding to questions about the future of the city’s position as Asia’s top international finance center. We delve a little deeper to understand the rumblings in Hong Kong in this next report.

Historic slump in Hong Kong’s $4.6 trillion stock market

China's Evergrande resumes Hong Kong trading

Sudden deluge of heavy rainfall hits Hong Kong, resulting in widespread flooding and injuring at least 83 residents.

Hong Kong's heaviest rain in at least 140 years

Typhoon Saola left a trail of destruction in the southern Chinese province of Guangdong as it weakened to a tropical storm over the weekend. The typhoon that earlier hit this coastal province, forced several businesses, schools and financial markets to shut down.

Typhoon Saola heads towards Beibu gulf

As typhoon Haikui barrels into Taiwan, thousands of residents were forced to evacuate. Taiwanese authorities report over 40 injuries.

Over 40 people injured as typhoon Haikui sweeps across Taiwan

Hong Kong officials involved in targeting UK-based pro-democracy activists who had bounties placed on them should be subject to sanctions, opposition and Tory backbenchers have urged the UK government.

MPs call for sanctions on Hong Kong officials targeting UK-based activists

China has accused the UK of protecting fugitives after the British foreign secretary criticised Hong Kong’s decision to offer HK$1m bounties for the arrest of eight democracy activists based overseas, as the territory’s leader said the group would be “pursued for life”.

China accuses UK of sheltering ‘fugitives’ after bounty put on Hong Kong democracy activists

Hong Kong's leader said the city must guard against "destructive forces engaging in soft resistance" as it marked the 26th anniversary of its handover from British to Chinese rule on Saturday (Jul 1).

Hong Kong leader warns of 'resistance' on handover

Some 47 people are on trial for flouting Hong Kong's controversial national security law, in the largest case of its kind. They include some of the city's most prominent pro-democracy figures, such as activists Joshua Wong and Benny Tai.

Hong Kong national security trial begins

Hong Kong Aerospace Technology Group (HKATG) has signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a $1bn spaceport in Djibouti. Watch video to know more.

Hong Kong space firm aims to build $1bn spaceport in Djibouti

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