Gary Ng is senior economist for Asia-Pacific thematic research at Natixis in Hong Kong.
Newly inaugurated Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee has vowed to revive the global image of a place that previously billed itself as "Asia's world city."
John Lee should come to terms with the economic costs of current policy

John Lee, now Hong Kong's chief executive, speaks at a news conference on Feb. 12: The territory's current COVID policies may bring more costs than benefits. © Reuters
Gary Ng is senior economist for Asia-Pacific thematic research at Natixis in Hong Kong.
Newly inaugurated Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee has vowed to revive the global image of a place that previously billed itself as "Asia's world city."