Hong Kong removes hotel quarantine - in pictures
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Hong Kong says it will end mandatory hotel quarantining and scrap some of the world's toughest travel restrictions. AFP -
Plans are being put in place to welcome a surge of travellers at Hong Kong International Airport. AFP -
John Lee, Hong Kong's chief executive, announced the rule changes at a news conference in Hong Kong. Photo: Bloomberg -
Incoming travellers will still need to undergo three days of home monitoring. AFP -
Passengers arriving previously had to take buses to quarantine hotels from Hong Kong international airport. AP -
For nearly two years, Hong Kong required overseas arrivals to serve a period of mandatory quarantine in designated hotels. AFP -
At one point, the city had one of the world’s longest quarantine periods at 21 days of mandatory isolation. AFP -
As the rest of the world reopened, businesses urged Hong Kong authorities to come up with an exit strategy from the pandemic. AFP -
Several companies have also moved their offices to countries like Singapore as they sought relief from Hong Kong's restrictions. AFP -
Hong Kong chief executive Lee said authorities will keep monitoring the situation to determine if further relaxation is possible. AFP -
The streets of Shau Kei Wan district have been quieter owing to the lack of tourists. AFP -
Many residents hope the boost in visitors will alleviate financial pressures experienced during the pandemic. AFP
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