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The reinvention of Hong Kong

16 mins | Jul 7, 2022
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Xi Jinping hails a 'new era' for the city. But what does that mean exactly? After Hong Kong was handed over to China, three turbulent and transformative years followed, muting its once vibrant culture and crushing its tourism market. Primrose Riordan, Andy Lin, Chan Ho-him and Gloria Li question what the future holds for the city as Chinese companies dominate Hong Kong's corporate world and rigid pandemic rules sparked an exodus of residents.

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