Show me the money: unveiling Hong Kong’s 10 biggest spenders in government

Show me the money: unveiling Hong Kong’s 10 biggest spenders in government

[South China Morning Post] - 02/22/2025

As finance chief urges tightening of purse strings ahead of next budget, the Post looks at which government agencies have the highest bill.



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