
Hong Kong vows to tackle ticket scalping for Kai Tak Sports Park opening show
[South China Morning Post] - 02/22/2025
Authorities contact police after tickets for March 1 opening ceremony reportedly being sold online for as much as HK$1,800.
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[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 22/02/2025