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Hong Kong waives passport and ID-card replacement fees for Wang Fuk Court fire victims

Hong Kong waives passport and ID-card replacement fees for Wang Fuk Court fire victims

Victims of the Wang Fuk Court fire can now replace destroyed Hong Kong passports, ID cards and Home Return Permits free of charge, with issuance times cut to 48 hours. The fee waiver removes an immediate barrier to mobility for displaced residents, foreign domestic workers and business travellers, and forms part of a wider financial-relief package. Quick restoration of identity documents is vital for maintaining cross-border employment and underscores Hong Kong’s commitment to safeguarding global mobility even in crisis.

Dec 5, 2025
Business of Design Week 2025 opens, drawing thousands of international delegates to Hong Kong

Business of Design Week 2025 opens, drawing thousands of international delegates to Hong Kong

The 2025 edition of Business of Design Week has kicked off in Hong Kong, attracting some 6,000 overseas and local delegates and pushing hotel occupancy above 90 per cent. The event’s international turnout showcases the rebound of Hong Kong’s MICE sector and the effectiveness of streamlined short-term visa rules for visiting professionals, offering positive signals for companies planning conferences, incentive trips and regional headquarters moves.

Dec 5, 2025

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