Opinion | Hong Kong’s new Octopus card for mainland travel aids integration
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The new Octopus card allows users to top up in Hong Kong dollars and tap for rides in public transport across 336 mainland cities. Unlike previous cross-border Octopus cards, the new Octopus-China T-Union Card holds up to HK$3,000 in stored value and fares will be deducted in yuan. The new card enables users to travel on 38,000 mainland public bus routes and 285 rail or ferry services. It cannot be used for retail or other transactions across the border. The recent trend of Hongkongers going north for shopping, dining, and entertainment may be boosted by the convenience of the new card.
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