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Hong Kong's economic recovery overlooks low-skilled workers and struggling businesses

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Hong Kong's economic recovery, marked by a strong stock market and stable unemployment, is not benefiting all residents. Low-skilled workers like Molly Lam, who earns HK$12,000 a month, feel overlooked as the administration prioritizes high-end IT industries. Businesses in sectors like food and retail, represented by Celeste Yeung of Time To Gold, are also struggling, with some experiencing worse conditions than during the pandemic. AI

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Hong Kong's economic recovery overlooks low-skilled workers and struggling businesses

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