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Authors :
Granitsas, Alkman
Source :
Far Eastern Economic Review. July 30, 1998, Vol. 161 Issue 31, p51, 2 p.
Publication Year :
1998

Abstract

Cargo problems at Hong Kong's Chek Lap Kok airport are creating difficulties for Hong Kong's small businesses. These businesses rely on receiving regular small import shipments of parts, quickly assembling and exporting the finished products and receiving payment to purchase the next input. The government estimates that the cargo delays could cost the Hong Kong economy $590 million, but other experts believe the cost could be higher. Hong Kong's 1,500 watchmakers have been particularly badly affected. Watchmaker Enders Lam describes his problems.

Details

ISSN :
00147591
Volume :
161
Issue :
31
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Far Eastern Economic Review
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.20997347