Cathay Pacific extends suspension of Hong Kong–Dubai and Hong Kong–Riyadh flights to 31 March
Hong Kong Airlines to hike fuel surcharges by up to 35 % as oil prices soar
Immigration raid nets 11 foreign domestic helpers in illegal-work crackdown
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Mandatory e-payment in Hong Kong taxis from April set to smooth rides for visitors
About 90 % of Hong Kong taxi drivers have installed electronic payment systems ahead of a 1 April deadline that makes e-payment mandatory. The change promises cashless convenience for residents and business travellers, fewer fare disputes, and easier expense reporting for companies.
Chinese embassy warns of scammers posing as Hong Kong ICAC staff, targeting expatriates in UK
The Chinese embassy in the UK has cautioned Chinese nationals, including Hong Kong residents, about phone scammers masquerading as ICAC officers. The warning prompts companies to reinforce fraud-prevention guidance for employees and students abroad.
Cathay Pacific unveils ‘Spirit of Hong Kong – 80th Anniversary Edition’ livery to reinforce city’s aviation hub ambitions
Cathay Pacific launched a striking art livery on 9 March 2026 to celebrate its 80th anniversary and showcase Hong Kong’s cultural credentials. The collaboration with the West Kowloon Cultural District underscores the city’s determination to rebuild global-hub status and signals that Cathay’s long-haul fleet renewal—and associated passenger-experience upgrades—are back on track. Corporate mobility managers should see the move as an early indicator of stronger capacity and service quality on Hong Kong-centric routes.
Fact-check: Hong Kong permanent-residency rules unchanged despite viral ‘bonus-points’ claims
Annie Lab confirmed on 9 March 2026 that Hong Kong’s right-of-abode criteria have not changed: applicants still need seven years of ordinary residence, with no ‘bonus-point’ system. The clarification spares employers and assignees from unnecessary paperwork and protects staff from predatory migration-agency marketing.
UK begins full enforcement of Electronic Travel Authorisation—Hong Kong travellers now need digital clearance
KPMG confirmed on 9 March 2026 that the UK’s ETA system is now fully operational and mandatory for HKSAR passport holders. Hong Kong business travellers must secure digital clearance before boarding, making proactive compliance essential for employers with UK-bound staff.
Hong Kong couple spends HK$50,000 fleeing Dubai as Iran conflict disrupts Gulf flights
A SCMP feature on 9 March 2026 details how escalating Iran-related conflict stranded Hongkongers in the Gulf, forcing one couple to spend HK$50,000 on emergency flights. The incident spotlights the need for robust travel-risk protocols and rapid evacuation funding within corporate mobility programmes.