Why is Hong Kong charging everyone more for hotel stays and air travel?

Why is Hong Kong charging everyone more for hotel stays and air travel?

[South China Morning Post] - 01/1/2025

Authorities have introduced new hotel accommodation tax and increased airport security fee to help boost public coffers.



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