Asia Tonight: Business news in brief March 2
Business Briefs on Asia Tonight, March 2: – Macau’s casino takings have plunged a record 88% after COVID-19 closures – Thailand’s tourism authority said it … source
Coronavirus could be knockout blow for Hong Kong’s once-thriving tourism, retail sectors
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Tom Bennell’s olive oil distribution business took a heavy beating during months of pro-democracy protests that emptied Hong Kong hotels and restaurants, his major customers. Now…
China says Western politicians stirring Hong Kong troubles
China blamed Western forces and defended police conduct in remarks Monday about Hong Kong after the city endured another weekend of violent clashes between protesters and police. Interested in China?…
Why proposed changes to Hong Kong’s extradition law fueled protests
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has delayed indefinitely a proposed law that would allow extraditions to mainland China, in a dramatic retreat after widespread anger over…
Wynn Resorts in talks to sell $2.6-billion Massachusetts casino to MGM
FILE PHOTO: The Encore Casino, built by Wynn Resorts in Everett, Massachusetts, U.S., April 1, 2019. REUTERS/Brian Snyder/File Photo (Reuters) – Wynn Resorts Ltd is in talks to sell its…