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Early life. Li was born in Chao'an, Chaozhou in Guangdong Province in 1928 to Teochew parents named Li Yun-ching (1898–1943) and Cheung Bik-chin (1893–1984). Li and his family fled to Hong Kong in 1940 as refugees from the Sino-Japanese war. [19]
3 days ago · Nicknamed Superman, Li Ka-shing is revered as one of the most influential businessmen in Asia. Li retired as chairman of CK Hutchison Holdings and CK Asset Holdings in May 2018 but remains...
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Oct 5, 2023 · As Hong Kong’s richest person, and the fourth richest in Asia – with a net worth of US$39 billion, according to Forbes – Li is widely considered one of Asia’s most influential businessmen; given the Superman moniker for his astute dealmaking and investment acumen.
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Mar 16, 2018 · Li Ka Shing's rise from penniless immigrant in 1940 to billionaire tycoon is the consummate success story in Hong Kong, a city which progressed alongside him from trading outpost to one of...
Aug 15, 2024 · Li Ka-shing (born June 13, 1928, Chaozhou, Guangdong province, China) is a Chinese entrepreneur and philanthropist, widely considered one of the most influential businessmen in Asia. His companies were involved in real estate, ports, and infrastructure, among other ventures.
Mar 16, 2018 · HONG KONG (AFP) - Hong Kong's richest man Li Ka Shing, announced his retirement as chairman of CK Hutchison Holdings on Friday (March 16), bringing to a close a rags-to-riches story that made him...
Mar 16, 2018 · Li Ka-shing, Hong Kong’s richest man, is formally passing the reins of his $100bn retail, infrastructure and property empire to Victor Li, his elder son, after announcing his retirement.