Hong Kong economy shrinks 4% in 1st quarter
Economic activities were hard hit by the fifth wave of the local epidemic.
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Hong Kong wage subsidy: 87,000 applications received on first day
The scheme allows employers to claim wage subsidies for each eligible staff member for three months, covering May to July this year.
Hong Kong to ban e-cigarettes starting April 30
The ban also covers electronic smoking products, heated tobacco products, herbal cigarettes, and other similar items.
Hong Kong issues recognized qualification list amid doctor shortage
A Special Registration Committee is to determine the list of recognised medical qualifications of non-local medical schools with quality comparable to those provided in the city.
Hong Kong launches citywide home vaccination service
Unvaccinated persons aged 70 or above and persons with impaired mobility will have the opportunity to register for the free vaccination service.
Polling hours to be extended for upcoming Hong Kong Chief Executive election
The measures are in view of the Covid-19 situation and the need to reduce people flow at the main polling station.
Hong Kong govt firmly opposes foreign meddling in Chief Executive election
A spokesman said said this includes actions "undermining the freedoms of speech and of the information dissemination.”
Hong Kong’s jobless rate rises to 5%
Nearly all major economic sectors saw an increase in both the unemployment rate (not seasonally adjusted) and underemployment rate.
HK govt launches new QR code for recovered Covid resident
People who download the recovery code via the online system need to provide their identity information, along with the month of discharge from the hospital or positive test…
Hong Kong sees 1,272 new virus cases; testing kits to be given to elderly
The Under Secretary for Food and Health stated that the aim is to encourage more elderly people to take the Rapid Antigen Tests as they belong to the high-risk groups.