HKA union representing over 1,000 foreign domestic helpers in Hong Kong is demanding a significant increase in their monthly food allowance, currently HK$1,236, to HK$2,770, arguing that the existing rate is inadequate due to inflation. The Federation of Asian Domestic Workers Unions (FADWU) met with Labour Department officials after organizing a protest, also calling for a raise in the minimum wage to HK$6,670 and changes to employment contracts to protect workers during extreme heat. Currently, domestic helpers earn a minimum of HK$5,100, and those not provided free meals must cover their food expenses separately. Union representatives demonstrated the impact of the current allowance by showing what HK$40.60 per day could purchase, highlighting the difficulty of affording basic meals. Chairwoman Phobsuk Gasing emphasized that the financial strain leads to health issues and called for improved living conditions.
Bias read (Left): The article frames the issue as a social justice concern, emphasizing the hardship faced by domestic helpers due to inflation and low wages. It highlights the disparity between the cost of food and the current allowance, portraying the situation as unjust and in need of urgent reform. While the tone
