Hong Kong-Based Airline Asks Staff To Take Unpaid Leave Due To Virus

Cathay Pacific is facing significant challenges due to the coronavirus outbreak, with a notable decline in visitors to Hong Kong and mainland China. The company has introduced an unpaid leave scheme for employees to protect the business. This measure is similar to actions taken during the 2009 financial crisis. Cathay Pacific plans to cut 30% of its capacity, including 90% of flights to mainland China. The virus has led to over 28,000 confirmed cases and more than 500 deaths in China.

What was the main reason for the decline in visitors to Hong Kong and mainland China according to Cathay Pacific's CEO?

• Natural disasters

• Political unrest

• Economic downturn

• Coronavirus outbreak

What measure did Cathay Pacific introduce to protect its business during the coronavirus outbreak?

• Hiring freeze

• Increased ticket prices

• Salary cuts

• Special unpaid leave scheme

When was the last time Cathay Pacific implemented a similar measure to the unpaid leave scheme?

• During the 2014 Ebola outbreak

• During the 2011 earthquake in Japan

• During the SARS outbreak

• During the 2009 global financial crisis

By what percentage did Cathay Pacific plan to cut its capacity over the next two months?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

How many confirmed coronavirus cases were reported in China as of the statement?

• Over 10,000

• Over 20,000

• Over 28,000

• Over 50,000