The Hong Kong government announced last week to relax the immigration policy to "0+3", and the political and business circles were applauded, but they also continued to demand that the restrictions be relaxed to "0+0" as soon as possible. Gradually provide more space for other activities, but at the same time emphasize the need to "play steadily" and guard against rebound, and have never explained the implementation of the "0+0" timetable.
Official sources said that the guild also discussed the development of the epidemic yesterday. During this period, some unofficial members suggested that in response to the sharp increase in the number of people traveling abroad, the government could consider providing oral medicine for the new crown for "next to body" use. Criticism from some colleagues.
New crown oral medicine requires a doctor's prescription
The Hong Kong government purchased two new crown oral drugs in March this year, namely Molnupiravir of Merck and Paxlovid of Pfizer. However, due to confidentiality clauses, the government did not disclose the number and amount of oral drugs. Price.
Oral medicines are initially available for all patients aged 60 or above, regardless of whether they have been vaccinated or not, and can be prescribed; in July this year, the government relaxed the regulations on the use of oral medicines. Symptoms, and clinical judgment that there are no inappropriate factors, can be prescribed oral medication to reduce the risk of death and severe illness.
The government launched the "0+3" plan this time, and the most beneficiaries are the citizens who have been trapped for three years and cannot travel abroad. Many Hong Kong people immediately went online to grab air tickets, and they no longer have to worry about nucleic acid positive before boarding. .
However, there is also the risk of “successful recruitment” when traveling abroad. Taking Tokyo, Japan, which is loved by Hong Kong people as an example, there were 5,247 new confirmed cases on September 27 (the latest notification is only for the elderly and those at risk of severe illness).
An official revealed that Tang Jiahua, a member of the guild, proposed at the meeting yesterday that the government could consider providing oral medicines for the novel coronavirus to "beside themselves" for outbound citizens, and if they are diagnosed, they can also receive timely treatment.
However, it is reported that this suggestion has aroused a lot of repercussions. Some people privately pointed out that it is "ridiculous". Because the new crown oral medicine requires a doctor's prescription and is expensive, there is no reason to be "around the party". You can bring your own traditional Chinese medicine such as "Lianhua Qingwen Capsule" or buy insurance.
Guild member Tang Jiahua.
(file picture)
Tang Jiahua: Experts say it is not feasible to reflect the opinions of friends
When Tang Jiahua accepted the inquiries of "Hong Kong 01", he admitted that some friends expressed their opinions to him. Once diagnosed in other places, he would "have medicines". However, he quoted government experts as saying that the suggestions were not feasible. Some medicines are dangerous and cannot be prescribed casually; secondly, the cost of oral medicines is about 6,000 yuan, and the cost is high.
Tong Jiahua pointed out that the government's attitude is clear. If Hong Kong people are recruited from other places, they should follow the local medical system.
As for why he didn't ask his friends to take "Lianhua" out in case of emergency, he said that "Lianhua" is not effective enough for oral medicine, and it is not suitable for everyone.
Although the Hong Kong government's launch of the "0+3" plan has won applause, it is obvious that the government and business circles have not received the goods, and continue to promote the implementation of "0+0" as soon as possible.
A senior pro-establishment faction said that the government has just relaxed the "0+3", and the outside world can't wait to demand "0+0", which inevitably makes people feel that it is "an inch". From the government's point of view, the fight against the epidemic must be stable and balanced. There are risks in all aspects, but how to face the pressure from all directions depends on the political wisdom of the government.
Rumors in the political circles︱The Hong Kong government holds a National Day reception on the “November 11th”, and pan-democrats who hold yellow codes are banned from entering the venue. The rumors in the political circles have not been invited yet. Rumors in the political circles.
Members point out that three sets of political circles are still needed | Singapore will make another move to "grab customers" in Hong Kong. November fintech activities rarely hit political circles | Chief executive election report will be released next week.
