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In this episode of Jamaicans to the World, Xavier Murphy speaks with Monique Lai, a Jamaican creative currently living in Hong Kong. Monique shares her incredible story of growing up between Montego Bay and Asia, her mixed Jamaican-Chinese heritage, her journey into photography and filmmaking, and what it’s like living, working, and thriving as a Jamaican in Hong Kong. From childhood summers in China to representing Jamaica through her art, Monique’s story is a beautiful example of what it means to carry Jamaican culture wherever you go. Check out Monique’s striking photography and film projects on her website: 👉 https://moniquelaipicture.com 🌍 Subscribe to learn more about Jamaicans across the globe 👍 Like 💬 Comment and 🔔 Turn on notifications for more inspiring stories. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Meet Monique Lai 00:23 – Growing up in Montego Bay, Jamaica 01:18 – From theatre to photography and film 02:29 – Exhibiting in Venice & creative projects 03:56 – Her Hong Kong and Chinese family roots 06:00 – Her mother’s life and love for Jamaica 07:19 – A blended Jamaican-Chinese family 08:07 – Visiting ancestral village in China 11:16 – Transitioning from Jamaica to Hong Kong 12:11 – School life and language learning 13:02 – Speaking Cantonese & Hakka 14:05 – Work-life balance in Hong Kong 15:34 – Making friends and building a community 16:22 – Being “the first Jamaican” many people meet 18:41 – Adapting to Hong Kong life 20:04 – Transport, tech, and lifestyle 22:50 – Must-do: Hiking in Hong Kong 23:37 – Cost of living & shopping culture 25:20 – Residency and life as an expat 26:24 – Diversity and Caribbean community 28:06 – Jamaican food she misses most 30:14 – Healthcare and public services in HK 31:30 – Running a business as a creative 32:57 – Setting up shop & advice for others 33:57 – Final thoughts & advice for Jamaicans abroad 36:33 – Outro & Thanks 📩 Are you a Jamaican living abroad? We’d love to hear your story! Email us at info@jamaicans.com to be featured in an upcoming episode of Jamaicans to the World. #JamaicansToTheWorld #JamaicansAbroad #HongKong #DiasporaStories #MoniqueLai #jamaicansdotcom ✅ Follow Jamaicans.com on Social Media : ▪️Facebook:   / jamaicansdotcom   ▪️Instagram:   / jamaicansdotcom   ▪️Pinterest:   / jamaicans   ▪️Twitter:   / jamaicansdotcom   🇯🇲 Jamaicans to the World Playlist: ▪️    • What It’s Like to Be a Jamaican Living in ...   ▪️    • What is it like Being a Jamaican Living in...   ▪️    • What's It Like Being a Jamaican Living in ...   ▪️    • Jamaican living in The Republic of Congo   Visit https://jamaicans.com/ for recipes, Jamaican Food, Jamaica Travel Tips, Jamaican Proverbs, Jamaican News Stories, Information on Jamaican Culture, Jamaican Entertainment & Articles You’ll Want To Share.