Health Chief Says Hong Kong Officials United in Covid Fight

The transcript discusses a report on potential divisions among Hong Kong officials regarding quarantine policy. Businesses in Hong Kong are eager to reopen, and the report suggests that Chief Executive John Lee favors lifting hotel quarantines before major events. Doctor Lowe, the health secretary, criticized foreign media for misrepresenting the government's stance. The quarantine policy is seen as a barrier to attracting international visitors for upcoming events like a financial forum and the Rugby 7 tournament.

What is the main concern of businesses and trade associations in Hong Kong regarding the quarantine policy?

• They prefer to keep the current quarantine policy.

• They are eager to reopen for business.

• They are indifferent to the quarantine policy.

• They want stricter quarantine measures.

Who did Doctor Lowe blame for stirring up confusion about the quarantine policy?

• Local businesses

• The Hong Kong government

• The health department

• Foreign media

What is the stance of Chief Executive John Lee regarding hotel quarantines?

• He prefers to maintain the current quarantine policy.

• He supports lifting hotel quarantines completely.

• He wants to increase the quarantine duration.

• He has not expressed any opinion on the matter.

Which upcoming event is mentioned as being potentially affected by the quarantine policy?

• Hong Kong Film Festival

• Rugby 7 sporting event

• Hong Kong Marathon

• International Art Fair

What misconception did Doctor Lowe address regarding the Hong Kong government's stance on the epidemic?

• That the government is ignoring the epidemic.

• That the government has no policy on the epidemic.

• That the government is united and consistent.

• That the government is divided and contradictory.