Fifa World Cup: Hong Kong pubs, restaurants enjoy net gains from big matches
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Hong Kong's bars, restaurants, and shopping centres have experienced increased business due to the World Cup, with Lan Kwai Fong seeing a 70% rise in patronage for major matches. Lan Kwai Fong Group chairman Allan Zeman attended the England-Norway game and noted the lively atmosphere. The trend highlights the economic boost from the tournament for local hospitality venues.
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Football fans gather in Lan Kwai Fong
Allan Zeman joined football fans in Lan Kwai Fong to watch the England-Norway game during the early hours of Sunday morning.
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Allan Zeman described the night as 'crazy' and implied it will continue.
Opinion- Football fans gather in Lan Kwai Fong
- Allan Zeman joined fans to watch a game
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Loaded language removedMany bars, restaurants and shopping centres in Hong Kong have reported increased business due to the World Cup, with top nightlife district Lan Kwai Fong recording an up to 70 per cent rise in patronage for this year's matches.
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Allan Zeman described the night as 'crazy' and implied it will continue.
OpinionLan Kwai Fong recorded an up to 70% jump in patronage for this year’s big matches.
South China Morning PostAllan Zeman joined football fans in Lan Kwai Fong to watch the England-Norway game during the early hours of Sunday morning.
South China Morning PostMany bars, restaurants and shopping centres in Hong Kong have enjoyed brisk business thanks to the World Cup.
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