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Culture
[edit] Education
In the early 1980s Hong Kong's education system could only accommodate 2% of the youth who wanted to seek higher education. It wasn't until 1989 when the government decided to expand the programs domestically. Prior to this, it was expected that higher education be gained abroad[5].
[edit] Entertainment
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Chow Yun-Fat
The mid 80s saw the popularizing of the walkman. It was one of the key factors in contributing to the rise of the cantopop culture. Anita Mui and Alan Tam were some of the biggest popstars. Other shows related to Super Sentai and Transformers were translated and broadcasted regularly. The franchising of toy stores such as Toys "R" Us flooded the malls of Hong Kong. Japanese import stores like Sogo in Causeway Bay also made Hello Kitty a cultural icon.
[edit] Cinema
Domestic movies in the late 80s would put Hong Kong cinema on the international map. Jackie Chan was recognized for his acrobatic displays and his stunt team. Chow Yun-Fat, while having been known for his TV drama performances. His collaboration with John Woo set the de facto standard for triad films in A Better Tomorrow.
[edit] Natural disasters
In 1983, Typhoon Ellen came to Hong Kong and caused extensive damage, forcing the hoisting of Hurricane Signal No. 10.
[edit] Demographics
[edit] Population
Population in 1980 and 1985 was 5 million and 5.5 million respectively[1]. The average household size was 3.9 people[2].
[edit] Immigration & Emigration
From 1978 to September 1980 nearly 23,000 illegal immigrants from mainland China entered Hong Kong. By October 1980, the government abolished the "reached-base" policy on October 23, 1980. After this date, any illegal immigrants captured would be sent back to their originating countries immediately. Other public outcries in the early 80s include a decrease in wages due to the large influx of mainland immigrants raising supply against demands[3].
On the contrary, citizens who were originally born in Hong Kong were beginning a migration to US and Canada in masses due to the uncertainty of the handover in 1997. From 1980 to 1986, an estimated 21,000 left Hong Kong permanently each year. Beginning in 1987 the numbers rose sharply to 48,000 people a year[4].
