Just as the US-Israel-Iran war was beginning to yield some interesting discussions, the Strait of Hormuz became the focal point. Despite US pressure, Iran still passed legislation to charge fees. Are there any legal issues or controversies surrounding these fees in international shipping lanes, especially at natural ports?
Despite US pressure, Iran passed the Straits toll bill. Read More »
On August 27, 2025, the "Shenzhen-Hong Kong Collaboration: A New Vision" event brought together approximately 60 professionals from both Shenzhen and Hong Kong, including leading experts in the field of Shenzhen-Hong Kong cooperation, entrepreneurs, young professionals, and students. Through an innovative "consensus-based discussion" model, they explored new paths for integrated development in the Bay Area. The event, commemorating the 45th anniversary of the establishment of the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone and the fifth anniversary of the implementation of the comprehensive reform pilot program, was hosted by the Shanghai-Hong Kong Joint Institute of Development at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, with support from the Global Society and Sustainable Development Research Office of the University of Hong Kong, the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Cooperation Promotion Association, the Hong Kong Youth Cultural Exchange Association, the Hong Kong International Social Service Society, and the Social Enterprise Summit.