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Hong Kong exodus: Beijing is certainly not losing sleep over it
A view of the Hong Kong International Airport on June 30. Photo: Felix Wong
There are no numbers yet, but chances are, many of us know at least a family which has recently called it quits on Hong Kong. And for some of us, it might feel almost apocalyptic.
A few countries' newly relaxed immigration policies for Hongkongers have encouraged many who might not have considered emigrating otherwise; they never felt they had the option to leave, and so quickly. Besides, the West's welcome mat may be temporary, so they'd better move when they can.