‘Smile more,’ Chief Executive John Lee tells residents, in bid to promote Hong Kong’s hospitality

To make tourists feel more welcome in Hong Kong, Chief Executive John Lee has asked residents to smile more, and be more helpful to one another and visitors.

The Hong Kong government on June 3 launched a campaign – titled Let’s Go the Extra Mile – which aims to promote hospitality and boost the city’s position as a top tourist destination, according to reports by Hong Kong media outlets.

Speaking at a press conference on June 4, Mr Lee urged Hong Kongers to be more courteous and helpful, to smile more, and to “go the extra mile to promote Hong Kong’s hospitality”.

Mr Kevin Yeung, Hong Kong’s Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, said a “handful of black sheep” have tarnished the reputation of front-line staff…