news Scmp World 2026-09-19

Hong Kong's New Carer Scheme Sparks Concerns Over Wages

A pilot program to recruit foreign domestic carers in Hong Kong faces backlash over fears it will drive up labor costs and reduce support for low-income seniors.

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