HK unveils expansionary budget with push on innovative industries

Published Wed, Feb 28, 2018 · 09:50 PM

    Hong Kong

    HONG KONG rolled out tax cuts, relief measures and capital spending in an expansionary budget on Wednesday, after the city racked up a hefty budget surplus, targeting investments in high-technology industries to help raise its competitiveness.

    Financial Secretary Paul Chan unveiled measures to address economic challenges and longstanding livelihood strains in the former British colony, including a gaping wealth gap and lofty property prices.