From 1978 to September 1980, nearly 23,000 illegal immigrants from Mainland China entered Hong Kong. The government abolished the "touch-base" policy on 23 October 1980. After this date, any illegal immigrants captured would be sent …

The 1980s in Hong Kong’s history is marked as the era of rapid development and steady economic growth, the population topped five million in the early years of the 1980s. The additional 700,000 residents raised the population to 5.73 million at the end of the decade.

During the 1980s, Hong Kong was known for its wealth and lifestyle. Politics, entertainment, and skyrocketing property prices would make Hong Kong a global phenomenon. Hong Kong’s population reached five million just at the beginning of the 1980s, and grew by 1.3% per year over the next decade.

If you are pro-China, the peak is forever tomorrow. The 80s would have been best overall if not for the shadow of Sino-British negotiation over Hong Kong.

Dec 25, 2024 · Explore captivating black-and-white photos of 1980s Hong Kong, showcasing its vibrant culture, iconic moments, and transformative era of growth and change.

Jun 11, 2023 · Hong Kong scenes of daily life in the 80s in 1080p. 35mm restored footage: Some of these clips are from real daily life, some are from documentaries and others are from movies, but they show...

Nov 25, 2021 · In a new exhibition, HK UNSEEN, Girard offers an inside look at the city as it became an international player on the world stage during the 1980s. With money flowing freely, the “Hong Kong Dream” afforded many a possibility for success as never before, with music, culture, film, and business reaching global audiences.

Jul 30, 2024 · 1980s in Hong Kong marks a period when the territory was known for its wealth and trademark lifestyle. Still a crown colony (later dependent territory) of the United Kingdom, …

Sep 4, 2008 · Hong Kong was considered a goldmine at the time because of the booming economy. The entertainment business was in its golden age as well. In music, records were selling by the thousands....

Canadian photographer Greg Girard spent the 1980s roaming the streets and capturing Hong Kong as he saw it. An exhibition of previously unseen images from this period is on display at Blue...