Hospitals in Hong Kong hit 90% capacity as COVID-19 cases surge
Al Jazeera, 18 Feb 2022
Hong Kong is postponing picking a new leader as the city battles a surge in COVID-19 infections.
Chief Executive Carrie Lam confirmed the election, scheduled for March, will now take place in May.
She also said authorities are planning to roll out mandatory, citywide testing.
Al Jazeera's @Britt Clennet reports from Hong Kong.
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Chief Executive Carrie Lam confirmed the election, scheduled for March, will now take place in May.
She also said authorities are planning to roll out mandatory, citywide testing.
Al Jazeera's @Britt Clennet reports from Hong Kong.
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