February 10, 2026

smart Unveils Bold Growth Plan for 2026 with New EV Launches and Market Focus

smart shifts gears for 2026 to sharpen its market presence and boost growth. After expanding globally in 2025, the premium EV brand aims to launch new models like the smart #2 and deepen ties in key markets like Hong Kong.

February 10, 2026

Saudi Arabia Quietly Allows Wealthy Foreigners to Buy Alcohol Under New Rules

Saudi Arabia has ended a 70-year alcohol ban for wealthy non-Muslim expats holding Premium Residency or high incomes. This cautious opening supports Vision 2030’s economic reforms.

February 10, 2026

Hong Kong Adds 681 Family Offices as Wealth Shifts from US: Deloitte Report

Hong Kong’s single-family offices grew by 681 last year, reaching nearly 3,400. This 25% rise reflects global wealthy focusing more on Hong Kong amid US trade tensions and China’s tech growth.

February 10, 2026

Illegal Mainland Cleaning Ads Still Online in Hong Kong Despite Crackdown

Ads for mainland Chinese cleaning services targeting Hong Kong homes show up on RedNote just ahead of Lunar New Year, despite recent arrests. Food union also warns over illegal catering ads from Shenzhen chefs.

February 10, 2026

China Summons 16 Firms to Protect Gig Worker Rights Ahead of Lunar New Year

China calls on major delivery and ride-hailing firms to safeguard the rights of over 200 million gig workers before the busy Lunar New Year period. Companies including Meituan, Alibaba, and Didi Chuxing were urged to improve labour management and working conditions.