Asian shares weaker as investors await economic data

Markets in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taipei were closed on a holiday ... Markets in Singapore, the Philippines and New Zealand were lower but the benchmark index in Indonesia advanced. ANALYST'S TAKE: "Asian markets are expected to continue seeing thin ... ( read original story ...)

Shanghai study tour launched

Shanghai exchange: Secretary for Financial Services & the Treasury Prof KC Chan launches the Scheme for Cross-border Study Tour for Post-secondary Financial Talents 2017. Secretary for Financial Services & the Treasury Prof KC Chan launched the Scheme ... ( read original story ...)

China to implement cyber security law from Thursday

However, overseas critics say the new law threatens to shut foreign technology companies out of sectors the country deems "critical", and includes contentious requirements for security reviews and data stored on servers in China. ( read original story ...)

China’s ‘national team’ saps trust in country’s stocks

SHANGHAI -- China's stock market faces concerns over its integrity once again as a "national team" of state-owned investors plays an increasing role in shaping prices and trends. Dong Mingzhu, chairperson of Gree Electric Appliances of Zhuhai and China's ... ( read original story ...)

Shanghai Forum concludes on Asia’s new role

THE three-day Shanghai Forum 2017 concluded at Fudan University today after nearly 1,000 representatives from political, business, academic and media circles discussed the responsibility and opportunities of Asia in the new era with global changes. ( read original story ...)

Nasdaq and Shanghai exchange in talks over Kazak bourse stake

Nasdaq and the Shanghai Stock Exchange are in talks to acquire stakes ... is the centrepiece of the Kazakh capital’s bid to create a financial hub for the Central Asian region to attract international banks, traders and legal and financial services ... ( read original story ...)