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ArticleWhy Having Two Weddings Can Have Unintended ConsequencesSince early 2020, the world has been experiencing an unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic which is affecting many aspects of people's lives, including travelling plans...Hong KongFamily and MatrimonialGall
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ArticleThe Impact Of COVID-19 On Temporary Removal Of Children Out Of Hong KongEvery year before long holidays i.e. Christmas, Easter and Summer, family law practitioners would often be busy dealing with their clients' applications for temporary removal of children out of Hong Kong for their holiday travel. 2020 has been very different.Hong KongCoronavirus (COVID-19)Gall
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