HONG KONG, Jan 19 (SCMP): An expected U-turn by the Hong Kong government to allow Lunar New Year flower markets at traditional major venues has caused confusion among florists, with some saying the reversal is too late as they have already sought alternative locations or changed sales strategy.
Politicians across the political divide, however, welcomed the move, although they accused the administration of mishandling the situation and failing to communicate with florists before they cancelled the popular markets to guard against the coronavirus.
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