Li Ka-shing

Li Ka-shing

businessman Hong Kong

Li Ka-shing is a prominent Hong Kong business magnate known for his vast empire in the port and telecommunications industries. He owns Hutchison Ports, which operates several container terminals worldwide, including two in Panama. Li is regarded as one of Asia's wealthiest individuals and has a significant impact on the global shipping industry, navigating complex geopolitical landscapes while maintaining his business interests.

Born on Jul 13, 1928 (97 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
53,762
Power
1,512$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Taiwan 1 6.00 0.23% +0% 23,816,775 53,762 $670,000 1,512$
Totals 1 23,816,775 53,762 $670,000 1,512$
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Recent Mentions

Taiwan Taiwan: The conglomerate founded by Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing has resisted Panamanian authorities’ attempt to revoke its right to operate the two ports. 6

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Panama takes control of canal ports

Switzerland Switzerland: Li Ka-shing has been critical of the regime in China for many years. 4

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: China kritisiert die USA scharf

Switzerland Switzerland: Li Ka-shing is a Hong Kong billionaire whose company held a significant stake in the Panama Ports Company. 5

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Panama entzieht China Lizenz für Kanalhäfen

Dominican Republic Dominican Republic: Li Ka-shing is the founder of CK Hutchison Holdings, one of the largest conglomerates in Hong Kong. 6

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889: Corte Suprema Panamá anula concesión a firma hongkonesa en su canal

Hong Kong Hong Kong: Li Ka Shing is known as the 'King of Liquidation' and has officially joined Ernst & Young to advise on corporate restructuring. 8

明報 (Ming Pao): 經濟 - 20250909 - 每日明報

Panama Panama: Li Ka-shing is mentioned in the context of potential incentives for the government. 4

La Prensa – leading Panamanian daily, est. 1980: Si por acá llueve, por Gringolandia no escampa