Hong Kong fire exposes entrenched triad networks in building renovation industry

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A fire in Hong Kong has exposed alleged links between triad networks and the building renovation industry. The government plans to criminalize bid-rigging in renovation projects and strengthen laws targeting triads, with proposed penalties of up to 10 years in prison and a HK$10 million fine.

The government proposes to make bid-rigging in building renovation a criminal offense, punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a HK$10 million fine. Laws against triads will also be tightened.