HONG KONG : HONG KONG—Private companies are racing to bolster sluggish demand for coronavirus vaccines by offering people giveaways and prizes such as a million-dollar apartment, shopping vouchers and a private airplane party.In the past week, corporate initiatives have been announced almost every few hours, with some companies extending cash bonuses, share giveaways and extra time off.
The city’s Disneyland theme park, which has been battered by sinking tourism, is giving out goody bags with about $30 of swag and vouchers for guests who have gotten at least one shot of a Covid-19 vaccine.Private businesses are stepping in with the blessing of city officials, who have spurned calls to themselves offer U.S.-style lotteries, cash handouts or.