Hong Kong stocks close higher
Hong Kong stocks ended Monday with another healthy gain as property firms rallied after China announced a series of measures to support the sector. The Hang Seng Index added 1.7 percent, or 294 points, to 17,619, extending Friday's rally of more than seven percent. The Shanghai Composite Index dipped 0.1 percent, or 3 points, to 3,083, while the Shenzhen Composite Index eased 0.3 percent, or 5 points, at 2,012. (Additional reporting by AFP)