Hong Kong Ends One of World’s Longest Mask Mandates After 945 Days

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Hong Kong Ends Mask Mandate After 945 Days
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Hong Kong will stop requiring masks to be worn in public places from Wednesday, drawing to a close the prolonged Covid era that damaged its economy and standing in the world.

Masks will no longer be needed outdoors, indoors or on public transport, Hong Kong leader John Lee told reporters on Tuesday.