Hong Kong city government
Coverage of Hong Kong city government in the Nexus archive.
- Committee hears final arguments in probe of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades
An independent committee investigating Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades, which killed 168 people in the Wang Fuk Court complex, began hearing final arguments as the inquiry nears conclusion. Testimony highlighted issues like disabled fire alarms, non-fire-retardant materials, and conflicting accounts from contractors. Residents expressed skepticism about achieving justice.
- Committee hears final arguments in probe of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades
An independent committee investigating Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades is concluding its hearings, focusing on factors like non-fire-retardant scaffolding and malfunctioning fire alarms. The November fire at Wang Fuk Court killed 168 people, and residents question if responsibility will be addressed as involved parties appear to deflect blame.