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Investing in Hong Kong’s mental health makes good economic sense

Investing in Hong Kong’s mental health makes good economic sense
South China Morning Post Friday 02 October 2026, 01:30 UTC By Paul Yip,Raymond Lap-Ming Tang,Zoie Ma 1 min read
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Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s recent policy address set out an ambitious reform agenda designed to sharpen Hong Kong’s competitive edge while enhancing people’s livelihoods. As we enter Mental Health Awareness Month, we should reflect on the role mental well-being can play in the city’s fortunes. Lee’s address mentioned an integrated approach featuring 11 measures as part of efforts to promote mental health.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s recent policy address set out an ambitious reform agenda designed to sharpen Hong Kong’s competitive edge while enhancing people’s livelihoods. As we enter Mental Health Awareness Month, we should reflect on the role mental well-being can play in the city’s fortunes. Lee’s address mentioned an integrated approach featuring 11 measures as part of efforts to promote mental health. These include extending the Three-Tier School-based Emergency Mechanism, expanding...
Hong Kong’s (LOCATION) John Lee Ka-chiu (PERSON) Mental Health Awareness Month (ORG) Lee (PERSON)
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