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Hong Kong's New Transport Fare Scheme Sparks Concerns Over Cost for Elderly

A revised transport fare scheme in Hong Kong has raised concerns among low-income elderly residents, with some avoiding higher-charging buses. The government claims the new scheme has gone smoothly, but critics argue it will disproportionately affect vulnerable groups.

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