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Hong Kong to import hundreds of foreign carers by late 2027

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Hong Kong plans to import hundreds of foreign domestic carers starting in the latter half of 2027. These carers will undergo a 150-hour training course in their home countries before arriving in Hong Kong. The initiative aims to address the city's growing elderly care needs, with these specialized carers expected to earn 10-20% more than general domestic helpers. AI

RANK_REASON Government policy announcement regarding labor import for a specific sector. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Hong Kong to import hundreds of foreign carers by late 2027

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jess Ma ·

    Hong Kong set to begin importing hundreds of carers from second half of 2027

    Hong Kong will begin importing hundreds of foreign domestic carers as early as the second half of 2027 under a new pilot scheme, with their pay up to 20 per cent higher than that of domestic helpers, the city’s labour minister has said. Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun …

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