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Hong Kong fire survivors demand accountability after inquiry concludes

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Survivors of a deadly fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court expressed anger and exhaustion following the conclusion of an independent committee's inquiry. Residents criticized government departments for evading responsibility and are seeking accountability and apologies. The inquiry, which investigated the fire that killed 168 people and displaced thousands, has concluded its hearings, with survivors emphasizing that the committee's final report will be the true beginning of their pursuit for justice. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Emily Hung ·

    Tears of anger as Tai Po fire survivors slam negligent authorities after hearing

    Tears, anger and exhaustion marked the conclusion of an inquiry into the deadly fire at Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court, as survivors condemned government departments for passing the buck and demanded accountability. Residents have reacted to the conclusion of an inquiry into the dead…

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