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POLITICSJun 15 · 00:30 UTCSCMP CHINAMatthew Cheng

Baby bonus to continue? We’ll consult widely, John Lee says

The Hong Kong government plans to consult on pro-baby incentives as birth rates remain at historic lows. Chief Executive John Lee cited delayed marriage and cultural shifts as challenges to policy effectiveness. The city recorded 31,100 registered births in 2025, despite initiatives like a HK$20,000 newborn bonus introduced in 2023.

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