Hong Kong's new smoking rules just kicked in. Listen to this articleHong Kong's new rules includes a ban on anyone smoking at designated boarding points for public transport when waiting in a queue of two or more people. The new rules that took effect on Thursday included a ban on anyone smoking at designated boarding points for public transport when waiting in a queue of two or more people. The man, a freelance worker who only gave his name as Ray, said he was unaware of the new rules. Under the new rules, smoking is still allowed near rubbish bins unless they are inside non-smoking spaces.

Source: Bangkok Post January 02, 2026 09:03 UTC