To better understand the Nepalese, who have put down roots here in Hong Kong, we might start with a mostly forgotten name - Gurkha.
Gurkhas were professional soldiers hired from Nepal before the handover. When Gurkha soldiers were serving in Hong Kong,...

To better understand the Nepalese, who have put down roots here in Hong Kong, we might start with a mostly forgotten name - Gurkha. Gurkhas were professional soldiers hired from Nepal before the handover. When Gurkha soldiers were serving in Hong Kong,...

Three Generations of Gurkhas (Part 1)

Hong Kong is truly a world city. Here you can find nationalities from all over the globe. According to the 2011 census, there are 451,000 ethnic minorities living in Hong Kong, making up 6.4% of the total population. It is a threefold increase from ten years ago. 
This series documents the lives of ethnic minorities with long-term residency in Hong Kong, especially how they live among the local Chinese. The subjects include the grassroots, those who have a certain degree of success in their careers and the professionals. It weaves a picture of joy and sorrow, of frictions, disputes and mutual support.
The series delves into the religion, culture, education, career, entertainment, friendship, marriage, and food of the ethnic minorities in Hong Kong. The goal is for viewers of different nationalities and racial origins to understand how to live with each other by breaking down the wall of language and cultural differences, and to live with each other with understanding and without prejudice.

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Hong Kong is truly a world city. Here you can find nationalities from all over the globe. According to the 2011 census, there are 451,000 ethnic minorities living in Hong Kong, making up 6.4% of the total population. It is a threefold increase from ten years ago. This series documents the lives of ethnic minorities with long-term residency in Hong Kong, especially how they live among the local Chinese. The subjects include the grassroots, those who have a certain degree of success in their careers and the professionals. It weaves a picture of joy and sorrow, of frictions, disputes and mutual support. The series delves into the religion, culture, education, career, entertainment, friendship, marriage, and food of the ethnic minorities in Hong Kong. The goal is for viewers of different nationalities and racial origins to understand how to live with each other by breaking down the wall of language and cultural differences, and to live with each other with understanding and without prejudice.

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