Australian businesses urge Hong Kong to abolish quarantine

AustCham raised its concerns after its members, which include some of Australia's biggest corporates, said the restrictions were driving business, investment and talent away from Hong Kong. There were also fears that two major upcoming events, including the landmark Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament in early November, would flop as international travellers were not willing to come if they had to quarantine. The city is also due to host a major international banking summit in November. 'Major deterrent' Mr Quinlivan said one of the biggest concerns among members was the risk of travellers being placed in mandatory detention in a…