Issue: June 26, 2012   (Archive)
Sunday, May 19, 2013   

Legco limbo
Politicians were yesterday slammed for poor attendance in the Legislative Council after another session ended early.



'I'm disappointed in myself'
The incoming chief executive said sorry for the third time in five days yesterday - but he could still face a legal challenge to his election victory.

Second iBond batch gains 5pc on debut
Many retail investors booked a paper gain of HK$500 per board lot of HK$10,000 as the second batch of inflation-linked bonds began trading yesterday under the ticker 4214. The security advanced 5 percent above the issue price.

Media leeway on Hu visit
Up to 5,000 police officers will beef up security when President Hu Jintao visits Hong Kong from Friday to attend the ceremony marking the 15th anniversary of the handover.



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