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South China Morning Post on 2022-11-25 13:03

Hong Kong’s Star Ferry went overboard with proposal to double fares, transport authorities say

Deputy transport secretary Amy Wong says government will weigh up public acceptance and lawmaker feedback before deciding on final price rises.

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