Hong Kong Cinema Shines at Stockholm's Asian Film Festival with 'Eyes on Hong Kong' Specials

London ETO celebrates Hong Kong Cinema in Stockholm

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO), the Film Development Fund and the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency of Hong Kong supported the Asian Film Festival's "Eyes on Hong Kong" specials held in Stockholm, Sweden, from September 11 to 13 (Stockholm time). A reception was held on September 12 before the screening of "The Lyricist Wannabe" to celebrate Hong Kong cinema, greeting over 30 guests from the local cultural and business sectors.

The Director-General of the London ETO, Mr Gilford Law, addressed the audience before the screening. Mr Law said, "As outlined in the National 14th Five-Year Plan, Hong Kong is dedicated to becoming an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. Sharing a similar vision, the Asian Film Festival provides a platform for Hong Kong's unique stories and artistic expressions to reach global audiences."

Mr Law added, "We are delighted to present "The Lyricist Wannabe", a film that reflects not only the story of a young girl's pursuit of her dreams but also the resilient spirit of Hong Kong, a city that continually aspires, innovates, and reaches new heights. In the first half of 2024 alone, Hong Kong welcomed over 21 million visitors, marking a significant increase of more than 60 per cent compared to the same period last year. This growth underlines Hong Kong's appeal as a vibrant destination where ambition and culture blend seamlessly, offering a unique experience to all who visit."

The three-day film festival featured three Hong Kong films, namely "The Moon Thieves", "The Lyricist Wannabe" and "Fly Me To The Moon".

London ETO celebrates Hong Kong Cinema in Stockholm Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

London ETO celebrates Hong Kong Cinema in Stockholm Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

London ETO celebrates Hong Kong Cinema in Stockholm Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

London ETO celebrates Hong Kong Cinema in Stockholm Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

London ETO celebrates Hong Kong Cinema in Stockholm Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

London ETO celebrates Hong Kong Cinema in Stockholm Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CHP reminds public on precautions against heat stroke during very hot weather

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH) today (September 18) reminded members of the public, particularly those undertaking outdoor activities, to take heed of necessary measures against heat stroke and sunburn in very hot weather.

"The public should carry and drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration while engaging in outdoor activities," a spokesman for the CHP said.

"Those engaged in strenuous outdoor activities should avoid beverages containing caffeine, such as coffee and tea, as well as alcohol, as they speed up water loss through the urinary system," the spokesman explained.

"Infants and children, the elderly, pregnant women, those with chronic illnesses such as heart disease or high blood pressure, outdoor/manual workers, and individuals who are overweight are more vulnerable to heat stroke. They should pay special attention," the spokesman added.

The public should adopt the following precautions:

Wear loose and light-coloured clothing to reduce heat absorption and facilitate sweat evaporation and heat dissipation;

Avoid vigorous exercise and prolonged activities like hiking or trekking as heat, sweating and exhaustion can place additional demands on the physique;

Perform outdoor activities in the morning or the late afternoon, if possible;

For indoor activities, open all windows, use a fan or use air-conditioning to maintain good ventilation;

Do not stay inside a parked vehicle; and

Reschedule work to cooler times of the day if feasible. If working in a hot environment is inevitable, introduce shade in the workplace where practicable. Start work slowly and pick up the pace gradually. Move to a cool area for rest at regular intervals to allow the body to recuperate.

​The public should also note the latest and the forecast Ultraviolet (UV) Index released by the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO). When the UV Index is high (6 or above):

Minimise direct exposure of the skin and the eyes to sunlight;

Wear long-sleeved and loose-fitting clothes;

Wear a wide-brimmed hat or use an umbrella;

Seek a shaded area or put on UV-blocking sunglasses;

Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen lotion with a minimum sun protection factor (SPF) of 15, preferably higher. Reapply every two hours if you stay out in the sun, and after swimming, sweating or towelling off; and

While using DEET-containing insect repellents for personal protection against mosquito-borne diseases, apply sunscreen first, then insect repellent.

​If symptoms develop, such as dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath or confusion, rest and seek help immediately, and seek medical advice as soon as possible.

​The public may obtain more information from the DH's Health Education Infoline (2833 0111),heat strokepage andUV radiationpage; the HKO's Dial-a-Weather (1878 200),latestweather report and forecast,UV Indexand weather information forhiking and mountaineering; andpress releasesof the Labour Departmenton precautions against heat stroke for outdoor workers and their employers when the Very Hot Weather Warning is in force.