Precedent and Stare decisis in Hong Kong: The Case of Transgenders Introduction The doctrines of “precedent” and “stare decisis” have been pillars of Western Law that have withstood the test of time. They have been especially important in upholding the “Rule of Law” based on the tenets of predictability‚ expectations and stability‚ which are all important in a society based on norms and codes. Yet these legal concepts of precedent and “stare decisis” have been condemned for stifling the progress
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Title: Analyse the problems caused by the implementation of anti-smoking legislation in Hong Kong. Identify some solutions to these problems. Paragraph 1 In recent years many countries have enacted anti-smoking legislation. For example‚ on 1 January 2007 Hong Kong extended no smoking areas to cover the inside of restaurants‚ as well as offices and some public outdoor areas (Tobacco control‚ 2007). While these laws have been largely welcomed by both health advocates and the general population‚ they
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Hong Kong Disneyland is one of the world-class tourist attractions in Hong Kong. It aims at offering magical experiences for the entire family‚ especially the kids. The design of Hong Kong Disneyland is not as some as the one in another countries. Since it is the first Disneyland in China‚ it wishes to develop its brand which recognized globally. That’s why the image of Hong Kong Disneyland is tending to be more Chinese style. Although it is a tourist attraction‚ it also target at the local residents
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1 Executive Summary Consumer behaviors vary between different countries and market structure. This report seeks to uncover the underlying factors behind some of the biggest consumer markets‚ Australia‚ Hong Kong and China. Demographic characteristics largely affect by social and value trends such as consumption culture‚ gender roles and demand for certain goods and services. The existing relationship between these factors would be analyzed and discussed further. From an analysis of the distinct
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William DeLong FINC 350 G Week 5 Project The two companies that I will be comparing ratios for are Occidental Petroleum Corporation and Valero Energy Corporation to each other as well as to the industry. First I would like to start of by comparing the P/E ratio‚ or the price to earnings ratio of the two companies as well as to the industry standard. This ratio is used to measure the relationship between a stock’s price and its earnings. It will tell you what the market is willing to pay
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(HONG KONG) — Pro-Beijing parties in Hong Kong trounced the opposition as voters in the Chinese territory expressed discontent with pro-democratic parties in local elections that may predict the outcome of more important polls next year. Results from Sunday’s poll were released early Monday for individual candidates‚ but the government did not immediately provide a breakdown by political party.(See more on the pro-democracy movement in Hong Kong.) The South China Morning Post newspaper says candidates
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Should same-sex marriage be legalized in Hong Kong? In recent years‚ more homosexual people have come out to disclose their sexual orientation. Gays and lesbians may even feel pride and have higher self-esteem instead of having shame. People in Hong Kong generally are more open-minded now. There is no legal recognition of same-sex marriage in Hong Kong. In many countries or regions‚ the legalization of same-sex marriage is already implemented. Therefore‚ some may say that same-sex marriage should
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P.9 Reference List P.10 Introduction Hong Kong Disneyland had been run 8 years from 2005 to now. Its different from other Disneyland‚ because Hong Kong Disneyland is founded by the corporate of Hong Kong government and Walt Disney Company‚ Hong Kong government own 52 and Walt Disney own 48 stocks. According to their website (Hong Kong Disneyland)‚ vision of Hong Kong Disneyland is to be the main resort destination in Asia‚ to bring the magical memories to
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Case Involving Motivation Problems – Hong Kong Avionics I/ Case study introduction This report analyzes motivation problems of HKA. HKA stands for Hong Kong Avionics. it researches and develops a new technology called “Very Fast‚ Very Accurate” (VFVA). HKA would like to recruit more staff. Prior to do so‚ they‚ however‚ hire an outside consultant to assess employee needs as well as the moral and overall effectiveness. The consultant studies HKA’s situation by observing HKA and interviewing
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Introduction: Hong Kong‚ known as”Pearl of the Orient” which enjoys the freedom of speech‚ the freedom of economy and the finest legal system. However‚ discrimination is everywhere. It is because people are not equally. It would always be inequality among people referring to physical and mental processes. Of course the two sexes are not equal‚ so that sex discrimination is always an issue in a society‚ especially in workplace. Background: It is a matter of fact that a employer will base on
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