Hong Kong’s tourism sector is showing a robust recovery. The Hong Kong Tourism Board reported a 9 percent increase in visitor arrivals in the first quarter of 2025 compared with the same period last year, with over 1.7 million tourists visiting during the Easter and Labor Day holidays alone. This surge is a vital economic boost — overnight tourism revenue reached approximately HK$120.5 billion ($15.4 billion) in 2024 — and tourism now accounts for about 1.7 percent of Hong Kong’s GDP, with nearly 150,000 jobs supported by the industry. Yet, alongside this growth come significant challenges that must be addressed to ensure sustainable development.
Popular tourist districts such as Tsim Sha Tsui and Sai Kung have become…
