Quote by Paul Theroux

The people of Hong Kong are criticized for only being interested in business, but it's the only thing they've been allowed to do.

The people of Hong Kong are criticized for only being intere

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This quote suggests that the people of Hong Kong have been unfairly criticized for their focus on business. It implies that their overwhelming interest in business is a direct result of the limitations imposed on them, possibly by external forces. The quote highlights the idea that the people of Hong Kong have not had the freedom to pursue a wide range of activities and interests, resulting in their exclusive emphasis on business as their primary means of engagement and livelihood.

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