Hong Kong is adopting a new 21-indicator framework to define poverty, moving away from its previous income-based metric. This updated approach aims to provide a more accurate picture of underprivileged households by considering factors beyond just income, such as the value of public services like housing and healthcare. The government believes this change will allow for more precise targeting of poverty-alleviation policies and resource allocation. AI
RANK_REASON Policy change by a major city government regarding social welfare metrics. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]
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