S’pore community in HK raises over $304,000 to support victims of Tai Po fire

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The Singapore community in Hong Kong said it was deeply saddened by the tragedy, expressing condolences to families who lost their loved ones in the fire.

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SINGAPORE - The Singapore community in Hong Kong has raised over $304,000 to support victims of

Hong Kong’s deadliest blaze

In a statement on Dec 17, the Singapore Consulate-General in Hong Kong, Singapore International School (Hong Kong),Singapore Chamber of Commerce (Hong Kong) and Singapore Association Hong Kong said they had together raised HK$1,830,482.5 (S$304,138.09),which will be contributed to the support fund set up by the Hong Kong government to assist the victims of the fire.

Several Hong Kong-based Singapore companies and individuals have also separately made donations and contributions in the immediate aftermath of the disaster, said the organisations.

The community said it was deeply saddened by the tragedy, expressing condolences to families who lost their loved ones in the fire.

“The Hong Kong people have proven time and time again that their Lion Rock Spirit and resilience will always shine through in the face of adversity,” the organisations said, referring to the term for Hong Kong’s collective never-say-die attitude, coined in the 1970s

“During this difficult time, the Singapore community in Hong Kong stands together with Hong Kong and its people.”

Those who still wish to make donations can contact these Singapore entities for more information:

• Singapore International School (Hong Kong)