China’s zero covid policy has partially contained the new coronavirus in Hong Kong during the first two years of the pandemic, which has one of the world’s highest population densities.
However, with the arrival of a more contagious variant such as omycron, the transmission has grown and put tremendous strain on the healthcare system.
Add to this the challenges of social distancing and an elderly population reluctant to get vaccinated, Hong Kong recorded one of the highest death rates from covid in the world in March.
The danger is greater for those living in micro-apartments divided among several families, causing each individual to have a cage-like space.
The BBC visited some of these micro-apartments to meet their residents. For example, Mr. Feng lives in an area of 3m².
source: Noticias
