Hong Kong’s third runway: Game-changer or HK$140 billion white elephant?

[HKFP] - 12/15/2024

The third runway system, the latest expensive adornment to Hong Kong International Airport, came into full-time operation in November. This should be distinguished from the third runway itself, which opened in 2022. During the ensuing two years, one of the older runways was closed for (…)



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