COVID-19
Finding durable lessons from the pandemic
Recently, Hong Kong endured its worst outbreak since the pandemic began, and as the economic data reflects, the situation is still far from stable. In February, for instance, the value of total retail sales – with retail being one of the most directly impacted sectors – decreased by 14.6% compared with the same month in 2021. In hope of boosting business sentiment, the government eased some anti-pandemic measures, but the effectiveness of these actions is still in question.
Finding durable lessons from the pandemic
Recently, Hong Kong endured its worst outbreak since the pandemic began, and as the economic data reflects, the situation is still far from stable. In February, for instance, the value of total retail sales – with retail being one of the most directly impacted sectors – decreased by 14.6% compared with the same month in 2021. In hope of boosting business sentiment, the government eased some anti-pandemic measures, but the effectiveness of these actions is still in question.
Social distancing measures to see 14-day extension
The period covered will be from 21 January to 20 February.
71% of HK workers said employers want them back to office amidst COVID-19: Randstad
One in two said they would feel “unsafe” until those around them have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
What you need to know when going to Hong Kong
The government recently imposed stricter measures for overseas arrivals.
Cathay Pacific completes end-to-end digital health pass trials
The trials involved two flights from Hong Kong to Singapore and vice versa.
AXA HK floats free PA protection to boost tourism, COVID vaccine
Those aged between six months to 85 years can avail of the programme.
Jacobson Pharma profit climbs nearly 20% to $173.7m
This is despite the 8% revenue drop during the year ended March 2021.
UK now in Hong Kong’s “very high-risk” list
Stricter requirements for travellers from UK will take effect on 28 June.
Hong Kong imposes travel ban on Indonesia
Starting 25 June, Indonesia will be considered as an “extremely high-risk” area.
Hong Kong may ease entry for vaccinated persons
This does not apply to vaccinated persons from extremely or very high-risk places.
HKTB eyes new scheme to boost vaccine drive
The Hong Kong Tourism Board will reward those who have taken their vaccine shots.
Hong Kong raises Indonesia’s COVID-19 risk level
Indonesia will be identified as a “very high-risk” area, starting 21 June.
Colombia, Korea now in Hong Kong’s high-risk list
The tighter border restrictions will take effect on 18 June.
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