Hong Kong is abolishing the face mask requirement that was introduced in connection with the coronavirus outbreak three years ago.

Hong Kong leader John Lee stated at a press conference on Tuesday that the requirement will be lifted from Wednesday, both outdoors and indoors - even on public transport.

The announcement comes a day after neighboring Macau eased its mask requirement.

People in Hong Kong have been required to wear face masks in public for most of the pandemic, and those who violate the requirement risk fines of HK$5,000 (around SEK 6,650).

Hong Kong has largely followed China's zero-COVID strategy during the pandemic.

John Lee says the return to normal is beneficial to Hong Kong's economic development and international competitiveness. (TT)

Source: Aftonbladet.se