This translation has been automatically generated and has not been verified for accuracy.Kenny Zhang is president of A2Z Capital. Don J. DeVoretz is professor emeritus of Simon Fraser University. Both were major contributors to Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada’s “Canadians Abroad” research project, which was completed in 2011.
But that could change. Hong Kong’s leading role as an international financial centre has been undermined, as confirmed by the 10 per cent decline in the Hang Seng Index since the protests began in early June. The threat of potential further interruptions at one of the busiest airports in the world jeopardizes Hong Kong’s reputation as a global hub for international trade and business.
Regardless of the size of the return migration to Canada, the potential effects on Canada’s housing market, health-care system, job market and overall social coherence represent a significant challenge. As well, regardless of where they live, Canadians living in Hong Kong – or anywhere overseas, for that matter – will have an impact in the coming federal election.
Can any party afford to lose a significant portion of these potential votes in the next election? Certainly not, especially since many will be in crucial Vancouver and Toronto ridings.
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GlobeDebate WELL I GUESS IF THE WHAT300,000++ CHINESE CANADIANS DECIDE TO LEAVE HK IT WOULD POSE A BIG PROBLEM FOR CANADA, THANKS 'CASH FOR ACCESS!!''SHADY DEALS!!''COMMUNIST CHINESE STATUE!!''NATIONAL SECURITY THREAT!!''UNETHICAL!!' LYING!!' TRUDEAU FOR HANDING OUT VISA TO THE CHINESE LIKE
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