‘Greens’ fear cupboard will be bare in budget
China Daily
Hong Kong Edition
Timothy Chui
Nearly two years into the economic meltdown, environmental groups are a little worried that environmental issues will be given much priority in this year’s Hong Kong budget.
The greens expect their agenda will be set aside because of the pressing need to alleviate poverty.
Political scientist James Sung Lap-kung predicts a surplus this year and believes, the government is likely to introduce sweeteners for the underprivileged and working groups.
