Totals 786 Events in FY 2025–2026; Reinforcing Hong Kong’s Position as the “International Convention and Exhibition Hub” HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 October 2026 – The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (“HKCEC”) has reaffirmed its standing as the venue of choice for leading global and Chinese Mainland organisers. Throughout the…
By Reuters Published August 31, 2026 Hong Kong’s retail sales jumped 4.5% in value in July from a year earlier to HK$31 billion ($3.96 billion), the 15th month of gains, government data showed on Monday. A view over Hong Kong – Reuters In June, Hong Kong’s retail sales rose by 4.6% on the year. In…
Delegates from Bahrain at the UFI Global Congress in Hong Kong; photo by Prudence Lui The UFI 92nd Global Congress concluded on a high note in Hong Kong in mid-November 2025, drawing over 600 global industry leaders from 47 countries. Hosted by AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE), the event marked a double celebration: AWE’s 20th anniversary and UFI’s…
Remarks by SCED at media session Following are the remarks by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, at a media session after attending The Festival of Connoisseurs Press Conference today (September 3): The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, Photo source: reference image Reporter: Secretary, could you please…
Digital Policy Office convenes special meeting with Internet infrastructure and cybersecurity industry The Digital Policy Office (DPO) convened a specialmeeting of the Internet Infrastructure Liaison Group today (September 3) to exchange views on cybersecurity protection, information sharing, and co-ordinated response arrangements to ensure robust cybersecurity support for major events. Representatives of the Hong Kong Cybersecurity…
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) hosted a major tourism networking conference in Chengdu on Friday, partnering with Hong Kong trade delegates to showcase the city’s latest global promotional campaign, key second-half mega events, and bespoke travel itineraries to more than 100 media and industry representatives from across Western China. Held on the sidelines of…
“Tiangong Class” Hong Kong and Macao Designated Session enhances Hong Kong and Macao youths’ understanding of aerospace science and national aerospace achievements A government spokesman announced today (September 5) that a “Tiangong Class” Hong Kong and Macao Designated Session will be held soon. This will be a valuable aerospace science education activity, allowing students to…
Hong Kong is set to host a new electronic music industry conference this November with the launch of Asia Music Event (AME). The inaugural edition will take place at Soho House Hong Kong on November 26 and 27, bringing more than 1,000 music professionals and 200 companies together for two days of panels, keynotes, workshops,…
If you don’t like Negronis, close this tab because you don’t belong here! This month sees the return of the 14th edition of Negroni Week, featuring a global series of events in bars and restaurants that is the most extensive programme to date. Acclaimed bartenders from globally recognised bars will be doing guest shifts, collaborations,…