Resumption of multiple-entry visas for Shenzhen residents ‘unlikely’ to give rise to parallel traders, John Lee says

[HKFP] - 12/3/2024

The resumption of multiple-entry Hong Kong visas for Shenzhen residents is unlikely to give rise to the smuggling practices that once brought overcrowding to northern districts, leader John Lee has said as he cited changes in consumer habits. Lee made the comments at his weekly press conference (…)



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