The Challenges of Emergency Evacuation and Medical Repatriation

For expats who are working or living in remote locations where medical facilities are either lacking or not up to standard, it may be important to include emergency evacuation and medical repatriation cover in their health insurance. In this Pacific Prime Hong Kong article, we’ll discuss what emergency evacuation and medical repatriation are, the challenges, …

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Online Pharmacies in Hong Kong: What You Need to Know

As online pharmacies become increasingly popular worldwide, expatriates in Hong Kong are also turning to these services for convenience and access to medications. While online pharmacies can save time and effort, they also come with risks, particularly for those unfamiliar with local regulations.  As part of the Where to Buy Medicine in Hong Kong Guide, …

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What Expats Should Know about the 2024 Policy Address

Chief Executive John Lee’s 2024 Policy Address outlined various actions Hong Kong’s residents could expect from its government in the year to come. For expats, certain reforms might catch your attention including talent admission, healthcare, housing, and elderly and childcare. In this Pacific Prime Hong Kong article, we will unpack Hong Kong’s vision for the …

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Group Medical Insurance in Hong Kong: Startups, SMEs & MNCs

In today’s ever-evolving business landscape in Hong Kong, talent attraction and retention have become one of the top priorities for businesses, no matter startups, SMEs, or MNCs. As such, many employers have chosen to offer group medical insurance to take care of them and keep them in business. The two types of insurance policies for …

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