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Hong Kong civil servants to receive 2% pay rise amid fiscal prudence

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Hong Kong's top decision-making body has approved a 2% pay increase for civil servants, effective from April. This decision was made with fiscal prudence in mind, considering the current economic climate and geopolitical factors. The raise is expected to add HK$6 billion (US$765.7 million) to the government's annual spending. AI

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Hong Kong civil servants to receive 2% pay rise amid fiscal prudence

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