Poverty line a limited marker, Hong Kong minister says, as aid focus expands to carers

Hong Kong's welfare minister, Chris Sun Yuk-Han, defended the government's decision to discontinue using the poverty line as the sole indicator for aid allocation. He stated that the poverty line is a limited statistical concept that overlooks vulnerable groups beyond those with low incomes, such as carers. This statement followed the government's release of a new 21-indicator framework designed to identify vulnerable populations. The authorities plan to expand their focus to include support for carers, recognizing their varied needs and difficulties. A new commission on targeted poverty alleviation will be established to address these issues.