Thousands of anti-government protesters occupied Hong Kong’s airport on Monday, prompting officials to cancel thousands of flights, causing travel chaos. All departures from Hong Kong International Airport were canceled Monday, and arrivals faced delays — though officials said inbound flights already on their way would be allowed to land. “Other than departure flights that have completed the check-in process and the arrival flights already heading to Hong Kong, all other flights have been cancelled for the rest of [Monday],” airport authorities said in a statement. Protesters occupied the airport — one of the world’s busiest and a major regional hub — in defiance of police who they accuse of brutality.
Hong Kong’s Airport Is Shut Down Amid Protests. Here’s What Travelers Should Know
Billy Perrigo, Time: World
Mon, 08/12/2019 - 5:18am
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