AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCybercrime Surge: Hong Kong police say WhatsApp hijacking scams jumped 169.7% year-on-year to 1,993 cases in the first seven months, with losses totalling HK$146.3 million and some victims hit by HK$1m–HK$10m payouts. Public Safety & Health: A new study led by HKUST in Guangzhou links lower sugar intake in pregnancy and early childhood to a lower dementia risk decades later, adding fuel to the debate over early-life nutrition. Local Culture for Seniors: The second Hong Kong Creative Aging Arts Festival runs Sept 9–20, with 40+ Cantonese performances and talks aimed at boosting seniors’ confidence and well-being. Finance & Markets: Citi says its China–US corridor revenue rose 44% in H1 as mainland firms hedge risks amid trade friction. Food Policy Watch: India’s Supreme Court push for junk-food warning labels is being followed through by regulators, a reminder that Hong Kong-style health labeling remains a live policy lever. Sports (Regional Interest): India began the Women’s T20 Asia Cup in Dubai with a 94-run win over Thailand; Deepti Sharma took a record 3/0 spell to become the leading wicket-taker in Women’s T20Is.
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