Hong Kong Unrest Rages on

The video discusses the impact of recent election results in Hong Kong, which have emboldened protesters following victories by pro-democracy candidates. Despite these results, the local government, led by Carrie Lam, has not made concessions, leading to continued unrest. Protests have escalated, with incidents of vandalism and clashes with police. The Chinese government has condemned international calls for an independent inquiry into police actions. The unrest has severely impacted Hong Kong's retail sector, with significant declines in sales and tourism, leading to potential retail closures.

How have the protests affected retail sales in Hong Kong according to the economists?

What predictions were made regarding the future of retail outlets in Hong Kong?