Hong Kong’s problems trace back to China. And also America
The “superconnector” suffers the worst of both worlds
Sevva, a swanky bar and restaurant with electrifying views, has been serving bankers and sightseers for more than 15 years. From its terrace, you can peer over a cocktail and through the office windows of HSBC across the road. The restaurant’s cuisine is meant to be “fresh, simple and honest”. Yet it is not cheap. An oversized dosa, a humble South Indian breakfast food, will set you back HK$380 (almost $50). Some patrons eat them with a knife and fork.
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This article appeared in the Finance & economics section of the print edition under the headline “Lost half-decade”
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