Indian nationals to face tighter rules on visiting Hong Kong
Former Indian Association president says he is willing to accept new measures as way to tackle problem of nationals seeking refugee status in city
An Indian community leader in Hong Kong says he is prepared to accept new entry restrictions on nationals visiting the city in a bid to reduce the problem of Indians seeking refugee status.
Indian nationals will need to obtain prior approval from the Immigration Department from early next year before they can enter the territory.
Former Indian Association of Hong Kong president Mohan Chugani described the new measures as “a step in the right direction”, saying it was a solution to the problem of economic migrants and would also restore the reputation of Indian nationals.
“I do not say it is the best way out, but it is the solution for the time being. Hong Kong is not equipped to handle that many refugees who abuse the system,” Chugani told the Post.
“People and the media will only keep attacking our people if the number continues to rise. That won’t do us any good.”