- Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po faces a significant HK$100 billion deficit yet hesitates to involve transport operators in the HK$2 fare scheme.
- The scheme has yielded increased ridership and revenue for transport operators, benefiting their bottom line.
- Without government subsidies, many elderly residents would likely reduce their public transport usage.
- A proposal suggests conducting a detailed analysis to assess additional profits gained by operators from the scheme, advocating for partial rebates.
- In a separate letter, concerns are raised about Macau's booming economy not translating into happiness for its residents due to high living costs and job scarcity.
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