While easy to understand, the income-based poverty line has limitations. Specifically, the median monthly household income measures only income without considering assets. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
Given the relativity concept, poverty cannot be eliminated. Indeed, an economic upturn with a broad improvement in household income does not guarantee… — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
It's clear that means testing can direct limited resources to the elderly in need and achieve better results in poverty alleviation. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
Relative poverty acknowledges that the definition of poverty should move with the times. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
Most elderly are retirees with relatively low incomes. But some may possess assets, and they will be classified as poor. As such,… — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
Governance under a chief executive elected by universal suffrage will give fresh impetus to economic and livelihood policies. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
Some people advocate public nomination and a three-track system - allowing voters and political parties to make nominations along with the committee. These people… — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
Let's face reality. To ensure Hong Kong remains competitive, we have to uphold a very low tax regime. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
I do have a lot of care, concern, and compassion for disadvantaged people. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
Usually, even when a bill draws extreme opinions, there can be a process of expression and negotiation. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
While easy to understand, the income-based poverty line has limitations. Specifically, the median monthly household income measures only income without considering assets. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
I believe the absolute majority of Hongkongers have never felt that Hong Kong independence is a viable option. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
The important thing for the government to do is to help people who cannot help themselves by providing a range of support. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
Instead of wasting time on proposals which are difficult to forge consensus on, such as public nomination and party nomination, it's better to focus… — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
Fashion design is an important part of the creative industry that means the most to women. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
I have no political issues that I need to seek central authorities' advice on. — Carrie Lam Copy Share Image
