(AFP)Cathay Pacific is being investigated and faces possible legal action over an Omicron variant coronavirus outbreak in Hong Kong that began with the airline's employees, Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor said Tuesday. But the mainland is battling its own outbreak and appears to be in no rush to open to Hong Kong, leaving the city facing a double isolation. In a statement on Tuesday night, Cathay Pacific said it has been proudly serving Hong Kong for more than 75 years. Cathay Pacific aircrew have shown tremendous courage, resilience and professionalism as they have worked selflessly in extraordinarily demanding conditions,” it said. “More than ever, now is the time to keep working together and we will continue to work in partnership with the government and the people of Hong Kong as we do all we can to keep Hong Kong safely connected with the world.”(Staff and AFP)

Source: The Standard January 11, 2022 20:19 UTC