Hong Kong – Harbour Chronicles
Hong Kong - Harbour Chronicles
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Join us on a 10-part journey through the history of Hong Kong's real estate market. From its 1840s origins as a fishing village to its modern status as a global financial hub in 2025, this series explores the political, economic, and social forces that have shaped Hong Kong's iconic landscape. Discover the stories behind the city's growth, development, and transformation, and gain insights into the forces that continue to drive its evolution."
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Explores the transformation of Hong Kong from the 1840s to the present day, featuring major themes such as urban development, economic policies, and societal changes, with episodes examining pivotal events like the Treaty of Nanjing and the impact of World War II on property legislation.
Join us on a 10-part journey through the history of Hong Kong’s real estate market. From its 1840s origins as a fishing village to its modern status as a global financial hub in 2025, this series explores the political, economic, and social forces that have shaped Hong Kong’s iconic landscape. Discover the stories behind the city’s growth, development, and transformation, and gain insights into the forces that continue to drive its evolution.”
Join us for a fascinating look at how Hong Kong grew from a small fishing village into a major global financial hub. In this episode, we’re talking with Simon Reid-Kay, a well-respected real estate lawyer who moved here from Scotland back in 1985. He’ll walk us through the key moments that shaped Hong Kong, starting with the Treaty of Nanjing in 1842 and leading to its rise as a bustling free port.
We’ll discuss how British administration, thoughtful urban planning, and significant immigration from mainland China transformed a relatively quiet island into the vibrant city we know today. Simon will share insights on the development of areas like Victoria Peak, the emergence of major property developers, and the resilience that helped Hong Kong navigate challenging times, including wartime.
We’ll also explore how historical events, such as the Opium Wars and World War II, have influenced Hong Kong’s property market and its legal system.
We invite you to listen in as we dive into Hong Kong’s incredible story and see how this former fishing village became one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
To learn more about Real Estate in Hong Kong, visit https://srkandassociates.com/
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