According to the WHO, around 40 percent of the world’s population has allergies. This makes them one of the most common chronic illnesses and includes food allergy, asthma, atopic eczema, ocular allergy, insect allergy, nasal allergy, and more. The proportion of allergy sufferers in big cities is on the rise, and Hong Kong is by …

Taking that big step towards having a baby can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Considering the more practical side of pregnancy planning – such as preparing for the cost of giving birth in Hong Kong – can, however, be quite daunting. This is especially the case for expats, most of whom prefer to deliver their …

Did you know that, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), the leading cause of death worldwide is chronic conditions, with an estimated 41 million deaths a year being attributed to the diseases that make up this large umbrella term?  In this Pacific Prime Hong Kong article, we’ll take a look at an interesting habit …

Moving to another country is never an easy task, especially for expats/foreigners. The first thing to ponder over will always be where to live. But without knowing the exact details, deciding where to live can be a daunting experience. For expats planning to move to the Asia-Pacific region, Hong Kong is considered to be one …

Taking that big step towards having a baby can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Considering the more practical side of pregnancy planning – such as preparing for the cost of giving birth in Hong Kong – can, however, be quite daunting. This is especially the case for expats, most of whom prefer to deliver their …

Did you know that, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), the leading cause of death worldwide is chronic conditions, with an estimated 41 million deaths a year being attributed to the diseases that make up this large umbrella term?  In this Pacific Prime Hong Kong article, we’ll take a look at an interesting habit …

Moving to another country is never an easy task, especially for expats/foreigners. The first thing to ponder over will always be where to live. But without knowing the exact details, deciding where to live can be a daunting experience. For expats planning to move to the Asia-Pacific region, Hong Kong is considered to be one …

You are not alone if you are a small business owner struggling to keep your finances in check or worried about a business emergency. Unexpected events can sabotage your efforts – and you would be surprised to know that these events happen more often than you think. That being said, about 25 percent of businesses …

According to an article by Eames Consulting in 2017, research from QBE insurance indicated that 26% of businesses in Hong Kong suffered lost income due to a business interruption. And if you thought that things were better by now, think again. The uncertain economic situation, global supply chain disruption, rising inflation, and other macro factors …

The announcement of three types of COVID-19 vaccines for Hong Kong’s residents creates hope of the situation returning to business-as-usual for employers across the SAR. Recent news from Bloomberg indicates it could be as soon as early March 2021, once the first batch of vaccines from the German firm BioNTech SE arrives around the end …

Taking revenge isn’t a concept that normally conjures up images of smiling faces or happy sharing among friends. Then again, 2023 is not your average year in Hong Kong – it is the first full year since 2019 when people can take foreign trips like they used to (for the most part), and understandably, revenge …

Today’s parents are spoilt for choice when it comes to their child’s education. Whether it’s the curriculum the school follows, their teaching philosophy, the student-to-teacher ratio, the extracurricular activities on offer, and more, you can tailor your little one’s learning experience. To add to the mix, forest schools are also emerging as a new and …

Living abroad in Hong Kong can be a wonderful experience for children. But it can also be a tough one if their school isn’t a good fit. Whether it’s facing a different educational system or adapting to a new learning culture, there’s a multitude of things expat children might struggle with. So, without further ado, …

According to the WHO, around 40 percent of the world’s population has allergies. This makes them one of the most common chronic illnesses and includes food allergy, asthma, atopic eczema, ocular allergy, insect allergy, nasal allergy, and more. The proportion of allergy sufferers in big cities is on the rise, and Hong Kong is by …

Despite the fact that Hong Kong’s healthcare system always attains high rankings in different global studies and indexes, it is an undeniable disgrace that the city’s medical system is at a “bursting point”. The phenomenon was more obvious during the annual influenza season when hospitals were so congested that the occupancy rate exceeded 100 percent, …

As an expat in Hong Kong, it’s essential to know your way around the city when it comes to seeing doctors. Fortunately, you have plenty of options to choose from in the SAR, including public hospitals, private hospitals, or Traditional Chinese Medicine clinics. Many expats who are moving to Hong Kong wonder whether the city …

Benefits are a standard part of most employee compensation packages these days. For businesses looking to attract and retain the best talent in their industry, offering things like leave allowances, flexible working arrangements, and fringe benefits is vital. Employee health benefits are one of the most common, and most important, perks for both employers and …

Despite gender equality being widely discussed in 2023, discrimination in the workplace continues to be a prevalent issue. Gender inequality in the workplace negatively impacts both companies and employees, underscoring the importance of addressing it. Whether you are a business owner, manager, or employee who is interested in this issue, Pacific Prime Hong Kong is …

Do your employees have a lot of freedom while they’re working? If so, it’s likely that you have a highly autonomous team that is easier to manage, frees up your time, and even yields better results. If not, it could signal a poor organizational culture where you have little or no trust in your staff. …