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Whatever your thoughts are on the laying of bets, Chinese beliefs in superstition and luck unfortunately play neatly into what some would call a national mania with gambling. Whether it be mahjong, cards, casino bets, or other games of chance, gambling flourishes (oftentimes illegally) in the region. It is no coincidence that The Hong Kong Jockey Club,… |
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which operates the horse races at Happy Valley Racecourse along with other forms of betting, is both Hong Kong's largest single taxpayer as well as its biggest and most important charitable donor. For the year 2010-11, the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust donated an incredible HK $1.62 billion to help the needy and support local community projects. |
