Hong Kong begins China-led mass coronavirus testing, critics urge boycott

Hong Kong began free coronavirus testing for all residents in the Asian financial hub on Tuesday, as the mainland Chinese-led initiative faced scepticism from the cityࢀ™s medical community and public, with some activists urging a boycott. The initiative began at 8.00 am (0000 GMT), with a 60-strong mainland team conducting tests. It is the first direct help from Chinaࢀ™s health officials for the semi-autonomous city as it battles the pandemic. The scheme has emerged as a politically charged issue, with authorities in Hong Kong and China saying critics are trying to smear the central government. Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie…