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Hong Kong immigration chief: Snooker stars choose city for safety, not just low tax

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Hong Kong's Director of Immigration, Benson Kwok, has refuted claims that snooker stars are relocating to the city solely for tax benefits. He stated that destinations in the Middle East offer zero tax, making them a more logical choice if tax avoidance were the sole motivation. Kwok emphasized that Hong Kong's appeal lies in its safety, efficient transportation, and quality education system, which attract global talent. Since 2023, over 138 athletes, including more than 10 snooker players like Jimmy White, have utilized Hong Kong's talent schemes. AI

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Hong Kong immigration chief: Snooker stars choose city for safety, not just low tax

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Leopold Chen ·

    Snooker stars not in Hong Kong just for low tax, immigration chief says

    Hong Kong’s immigration chief has rejected claims that world‑class snooker players are using a local talent scheme primarily to cut their tax bills, saying zero‑tax Middle Eastern destinations would be more logical if avoidance were the only goal. Director of Immigration Benson K…

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