Record-breaking 1.19 million Filipino tourists flock to Hong Kong in 2024

Record-breaking 1.19 million Filipino tourists flock to Hong Kong in 2024

[South China Morning Post] - 03/4/2025

Strong economic growth and targeted initiatives result in Filipinos becoming third-largest group of visitors to city.



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