Hong Kong, 30th November: The Hong Kong government has announced a further HK$600 million (US$77.4 million) in COVID-19 relief aimed at the city’s tourism industry as Hong Kong ensure a fourth wave of infections. The measures were unveiled as part of Chief Executive Carrie Lam’s policy address.

Under the scheme, each licensed travel agent in Hong Kong will receive a cash subsidy. The plan is expected to benefit some 1,700 agents. The amount received will depend on the number of staff. Agents with 10 or less staff will receive a fixed amount, HK$100,000 (US$12,900). Larger agents will receive HK$10,000 per staff member.