Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong announced today that the Government will boost a mega events economy and consolidate Hong Kong’s status as an international city through reaching out more proactively.
Over 80 mega events will be held in the first half of 2024, covering culture and art, sports, finance, and trade exhibitions.
At a press conference this afternoon, Mr Wong said the Tourism Board will make use of its existing network, work with the Trade Development Council and the Government’s economic and trade offices, and identify mega events that could be staged in Hong Kong.
To add value to scheduled mega events, the government bodies will discuss with the event organisers on offering extra activities that add local elements.
Apart from that, Mr Wong said the Government will establish an inter-departmental co-ordination group which will aim to ensure that mega event organisers get sufficient cross-departmental support, and make certain that bureaus,…
