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- The Hong Kong government plans to cut more than 10,000 civil service posts by June 2027.
- Nearly 60% of the cuts would affect junior roles, with about 3% in senior positions.
- The cuts aim to optimize the workforce, not fatten the top, according to Civil Service Minister Ingrid Yeung.
- The policy follows a zero-growth stance since 2021-22 to address a projected deficit, while departments can request new hires if necessary.
