Letter from Hong Kong - #10

A little news from the China Daily. It appears that the local government wants to increased old age payments to anyone over 70 years to HK$2200, or about US$285. This payment is about double of the current payment. Also for the first time, the government wants to implement means testing. I thought this was interesting. I can remember when this payment to seniors didn't exist.

Now on the lighter side and a few more "walking around" photos:

Jenny buying lunch!

A couple of shops in Tuen Mun. I always amazed at what the locals can do with such small stores. These stores are about 200-300 sq. ft. Compared that to a Wal-Mart or Target store with thousands of sq ft. 

Shot in Tuen Mun from a pedestrian overpass.

A shot of an incoming light rail car. These electric cars run in the New Territories to connect with the MTR (Mass Trans Railway) and they are free, I think! I have never paid and no one as ever asked for payment. However, I think I see some locals paying! Haven't figured it out yet and Jenny doesn't want to know!