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- The Hong Kong government will allow pet dogs in select restaurants by mid-2026 to boost catering sector and the pet economy.
- Environment Secretary Tse Chin-wan announced the plan at a Legislative Council meeting.
- Restaurant operators can apply for special licenses to allow dogs on premises for first time in 30 years.
- Chief Executive John Lee noted the city’s pet ownership, with over 400,000 cats and dogs in over 240,000 households.
