“Taylor Swift held 66 concerts in the United States and she earned US$1 billion,” said Regina Ip Lau Suk-yee, a lawmaker and the convenor of the government’s top decision-making body.
“In Asia, she went to Singapore, we lost this opportunity. This year, we have a large-scale venue being completed in Kai Tak.
“Will the government actively try to pursue similar top-level artists such as Beyoncé or top mainland Chinese artists? And do a more proactive job?”
Swift previously announced multiple dates for her 2024 world tour, including Japan and Singapore in February and March, respectively. Her decision to include only two Asian countries left fans across the continent disappointed, including in Hong Kong.
Similarly, British rock band Coldplay also skipped the city as…
