A spokesperson for the Hong Kong government said it would"keep a close watch on the latest situation and respond in a timely manner," but gave no further details.
Chinese visitors typically spend more per day than the average resident on baby formula, cosmetics and luxury goods, driven by a perception that Hong Kong has better quality standards than at home. That source of spending was cut off in early February, when Hong Kong sealed its borders to China, with exemptions only for a small number of business travellers.Visitor arrivals have been down 96 per cent to 99 per cent year-on-year every month since February, according to government figures.
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has said reopening the border with China remains a priority, but Chinese officials have shown no indication they are willing to do so until virus cases fall to zero in Hong Kong.The city's government has been trying to spur local tourism by offering free tours for small groups, but operators say it has been little help.
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