Hongkongers can have string of 9 days off over Lunar New Year holiday
[South China Morning Post] - 01/5/2025
There are 17 public holidays in 2025 and residents can enjoy extended breaks if they take leave in between those dates.
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[South China Morning Post] - 4/01/2025
Hongkongers can have string of 9 days off over Lunar New Year holiday
There are 17 public holidays in 2025 and residents can enjoy extended breaks if they take leave in between those dates.
[South China Morning Post] - 5/01/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 4/01/2025