Rivals push insurance reforms, easier fire claims in Hong Kong election race

    Rivals push insurance reforms, easier fire claims in Hong Kong election race

    Hong Kong’s insurers should make it easier for residents affected by the deadly Tai Po fire to file claims and consider incorporating fire safety inspection results into underwriting, according to sector representatives contesting a seat in the legislature. Insurance sector candidates Chan Pui-leung and Simon Lam Yat-tung made the appeals on Wednesday during a government-led…

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    Hongkongers urged to secure travel insurance as bear attacks rise in Japan

    Hongkongers urged to secure travel insurance as bear attacks rise in Japan

    Hongkongers visiting Japan should purchase adequate travel insurance, remain vigilant and avoid entering sealed-off areas known for bear attacks, or they may risk losing their coverage, tourism industry leaders have warned. The warnings came after a rise in bear attacks in Japan over the weekend, prompting the closure of popular destinations known for autumn foliage…

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    Explainer | Will Hong Kong’s tobacco control bill cut smoking rates or hurt city’s attractiveness?

    Explainer | Will Hong Kong’s tobacco control bill cut smoking rates or hurt city’s attractiveness?

    Hong Kong recently passed a controversial tobacco control bill that sought to further reduce the city’s smoking rate, prompting some lawmakers to raise concerns about the possible impact on tourism and the illicit cigarette trade. The bill covers eight of the 10 tobacco control measures raised by the government in June last year, including a…

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