Hong Kong Relaxes Covid-19 Protocols

Hong Kong made it known in Tuesday that it is relaxing it’s Covid-19 protocols.

Authorities confirmed that a host of some rules will still be in place including mandatory PCR checks for overseas arrivals, daily testing of school children, and compulsory mask wearing.

The latest measures come as authorities in mainland China navigate a rapid turn away from its zero-tolerance coronavirus strategy.

Hong Kong has been allowed to pursue a lighter version of China’s zero-Covid strategy but it has still kept in place a raft of restrictions that most of the world has long since abandoned.

For much of the pandemic entry to public and commercial venues has been controlled by an app called “LeaveHomeSafe” that is linked to their vaccination status.

Residents have to scan QR codes to enter most premises and may only do so if fully vaccinated.