Hong Kong Officials Fear Major Local Outbreak

The video discusses a new COVID-19 outbreak in Hong Kong, with 19 new local cases reported, the highest since April 1st. Six cases are from unknown origins, raising concerns about the virus's spread. Hong Kong's economy, already shrinking by 8.9% in Q1, could suffer further. Meanwhile, Melbourne is under lockdown, impacting Australia's economy, which is expected to shrink by 4.2%. The lockdown affects Victoria's GDP, contributing to a nationwide recession, the first in 30 years. Australia's early success in handling the virus is challenged by complacency and quarantine errors.

What is the significance of the new resurgence of cases in Hong Kong?

What measures did Australia implement in its early response to the virus outbreak?