HONG KONG: BEFORE THE OPEN, 14Jun2013

HK officials defend additional property stamp amid industry criticism. Swire goes east and Dongfeng Motors finds support from Renault. CAA Resources is the latest IPO casualty while Freetech comes to market today. Edward Snowden is still dominating local headlines outlining the USA’s HK/China hacking activities. PLUS: Check out the girlfriend he left behind. Here’s what you need to know before the open. Happy Friday.