Poverty of Hong Kong

Jan 31, 2013, 04:14 PM

Indeed, the above reasons for poverty of Hong Kong direct us exactly to where the solutions lie. The government should take an active role in responding to the needs of those living below the breadline. A more generous policy should be adopted in regard to public assistance. Also, a compulsory and central pension scheme will be a guarantee to dignify the lives of the now miserable elderly. What is more, efforts should be taken to develop retraining schemes for the unemployed, as well as positive policies to combat the over-heated speculative activities. On the other hand, the poor can also find some relief from various charitable organizations, ranging from recreational activities, medical resources to counseling services, etc.