8 May 2026
ZHANG XIANGHUI v. AMAX AND ASSOCIATES LTD
- Citation
- [2026] HKDC 748
- Court
- District Court
- Case number
- DCCJ5624/2023
The defendant was liable for defamation for publishing the Statements; the Statements bore the natural and ordinary meanings set out by the court; on quantum general damages of HK$200,000 were appropriate having regard to limited circulation and lack of aggravating evidence; aggravated damages were refused for lack of evidence of increased injury and absence of plaintiff testimony; an injunction was granted; costs and pre-judgment interest were awarded to the plaintiff.