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Hong Kong reopens: life after quarantine

Travellers praise restriction-free movement as last closed Hong Kong-mainland China borders reopen

All checkpoints between Hong Kong and mainland China fully reopened on February 6, 2023, marking the full resumption of quarantine-free travel, without quotas and Covid-19 tests on either side. Travellers say the lifting of Covid test requirements has made the crossing more convenient.

February 6, 2023
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Hong Kong has launched a HK$2 billion-plus (US$255 million) campaign to boost tourism, business and investment. The scheme, unveiled on February 2, 2023, by Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu, will...02:07
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‘Hello Hong Kong’ campaign to give out 500,000 airline tickets
February 2, 2023
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The first high-speed train from Hong Kong to mainland China departed on the morning of January 15, 2023, after the resumption of service following a three-year suspension because of Covid. Launched...02:32
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong’s high-speed rail service to mainland China resumes
January 15, 2023
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Eager travellers descended on newly reopened border checkpoints between Hong Kong and mainland China early on January 8, 2023, as they headed to family reunions or made business trips for the first...01:54
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Hong Kong-mainland China land border reopens
January 8, 2023
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From battling a fifth wave of Covid-19 to marking the 25th anniversary of its handover to China, Hong Kong underwent momentous events and challenges in 2022. Here’s a look back at the city’s...07:47
Hong Kong society
To hell and back: Hong Kong’s biggest news events of 2022
January 2, 2023
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Chinese Premier Li Keqiang says Hong Kong has the country’s full backing for the city’s integration with the motherland. Li made the remarks in his meeting with Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee...01:04
Hong Kong politics
Hong Kong leader meets Chinese Premier Li Keqiang
December 22, 2022
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Hong Kong scrapped the use of its “Leave Home Safe” app and removed most of its Covid restrictions for incoming travellers, starting on December 14, 2022. Previously, all arriving passengers had...02:58
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Hong Kong's easing of Covid restrictions welcomed by travellers
December 14, 2022
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Hong Kong will scrap the use of its controversial “Leave Home Safe” app from December 14, 2022, and remove most restrictions on incoming travellers. Previously, all arriving passengers have been...02:33
Coronavirus Hong Kong
Hong Kong eases Covid curbs, ends use of controversial app
December 13, 2022
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As the global airline industry recovers from the Covid-19 pandemic and more people are flying, airfares are hitting significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels. Passengers are also finding it...11:36
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Explainer: Why are airfares so expensive and when will they get cheaper?
July 29, 2023
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The 2023 “golden week” holiday period which includes May Day did more than just reveal how badly people in mainland China wanted to travel and visit tourist sites. Beijing-based reporter Luna Sun...27:15
China's economic recovery
274 million Chinese take a holiday: why ‘golden week’ 2023 was different
May 5, 2023
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As Hong Kong's international music and arts festival, Clockenflap 2023, returns after four years, several local bands have been eagerly awaiting their debut on the Clockenflap stage. Among the...04:26
Clockenflap Music Festival
What does it feel like to perform at Clockenflap?
March 5, 2023
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Four and a half years since Hong Kong’s last Clockenflap festival, the city’s largest outdoor music and arts festival is back, the first one to be held since the Covid pandemic. The 2023 edition,...02:33
Clockenflap Music Festival
Clockenflap back at Hong Kong harbourfront after 4.5-year-hiatus
March 4, 2023
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Hong Kong face-mask manufacturers and retailers were quick to respond when the Covid-19 pandemic broke out in 2020. But with the near three-year-long citywide mask mandate finally ending on March 1...03:12
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Hong Kong mask-maker prepares for post-masking era
March 2, 2023
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Hong Kong will end its indoor and outdoor mask requirements from March 1, 2023, according to the city’s leader. Chief Executive John Lee announced the move on February 28, the day after...01:47
Hong Kong reopens: life after quarantine
Hong Kong to end mask mandate starting March 1
February 28, 2023
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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee announced on February 28, 2023, that the city’s Covid mask mandate would be scrapped from March 1. Rules about wearing face coverings in some locations including...01:57
Hong Kong reopens: life after quarantine
Hong Kong set to end mask mandate
February 28, 2023
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Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po has ruled out introducing a controversial capital gains tax in the foreseeable future. In an interview with the Post, Chan noted the potential impact...08:39
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Hong Kong finance chief rules out capital gains tax for ‘foreseeable future’ for city
January 17, 2024
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February 21, 2025
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John Lee
John Lee: Hong Kong will remain resilient like a snake
January 28, 2025
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Hong Kong Bar Association chairman Victor Dawes has called on residents to have faith in the judiciary amid a complicated geopolitical environment, defending the city’s judges as “first class” and...11:06
Hong Kong courts
Outgoing Hong Kong Bar Association chief urges public to have faith in Hong Kong's judiciary
January 19, 2025
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China’s aircraft carriers
China’s C919 makes first scheduled commercial flight to Hong Kong
January 2, 2025
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Macau
China's Xi meets Macau chief Ho ahead of 25th anniversary of handover
December 19, 2024
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Hong Kong population
Hong Kong lawmaker: baby photos could boost birth rate
November 5, 2024
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City leader John Lee delivered his annual policy address on October 16, 2024, rolling out a host of measures to attract foreign talent and investment, while also announcing a surprise easing of...04:09
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John Lee’s plan to attract talent and money to Hong Kong
October 16, 2024