HONG KONG -- Hong Kong's population slipped 0.3% to 7.403 million last year, according to government estimates, raising further concerns over the city's future as a global financial center as pandemic isolation and political turmoil feed an exodus of talent.
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Hong Kong population drop accelerates amid worst COVID outbreak
Exodus of skilled workers worries business groups
Though Hong Kong's airport arrival halls are now eerily quiet, many people come to its departure gates to say goodbye to emigrating residents. © Reuters
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