‘Immersive Hong Kong’ Exhibition Launches in Dubai to Boost Cultural and Business Ties

2024-12-24 23:42 Last Updated At：23:58

"Immersive Hong Kong" roving exhibition in Dubai fostering mutual relations and exchanges

The "Immersive Hong Kong" roving exhibition is now being held in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), by the Information Services Department (ISD) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSARG) in collaboration with the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Dubai (Dubai ETO) to promote business and cultural relations and exchanges between the two places.

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"Immersive Hong Kong" roving exhibition in Dubai fostering mutual relations and exchanges Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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"Immersive Hong Kong" roving exhibition in Dubai fostering mutual relations and exchanges Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

"Since the establishment of the Dubai ETO in 2021, we have witnessed ever closer ties between Hong Kong and the Middle East, with the Chief Executive and various Principal Officials from the HKSARG having visited the Middle East to strengthen bilateral ties and explore opportunities for collaboration on all fronts. We will continue to engage stakeholders in the Gulf Cooperation Council for deepening relations and telling the good stories of Hong Kong in the region," said the Director-General of the Dubai ETO, Mr Damian Lee.

"In this regard, we have brought the 'Immersive Hong Kong' exhibition to Dubai to introduce to the cosmopolitan population here the wonderful and exciting facets of Hong Kong," he added.

The Minister of State for Foreign Trade of the UAE, His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, who visited the exhibition today (December 24) at the invitation of the Dubai ETO, said the exhibition provides an important platform for the people of the UAE to explore the potential of Hong Kong across tourism, business and investment sectors.

Highlighting the city's distinctive role as a gateway to Mainland China, he emphasised that strengthening investment and trade partnerships with Hong Kong plays a key role in supporting broader strategic co-operation between the UAE and China, whilst helping to unlock new business opportunities between the Emirati-Chinese business communities.

The Consul General of the UAE in Hong Kong, His Excellency Shaikh Saoud Ali M. A. Almualla, who earlier visited the exhibition, also noted the huge potential for closer bilateral ties.

"There are many similarities between the UAE and Hong Kong, such as economic ambition, cultural inclusivity, and a vision of continued growth and global collaboration. Both places offer a thriving environment for business and personal development, making them ideal partners in fostering deeper trade and investment ties across regions," he said.

Themed "Hong Kong - Where the World Looks Ahead", the "Immersive Hong Kong" roving exhibition is part of the ISD's external promotional campaign to showcase the city's new attractions, advantages and opportunities. It is now on display at The Beach, Jumeirah Beach Residence, until January 5, 2025. Admission is free.

More information on the exhibition is available on the dedicated page of the Brand Hong Kong website (www.brandhk.gov.hk/en/campaign/hkpromotion-middle-east) as well as the website of the Dubai ETO (www.hketodubai.gov.hk/en/index.html).

Hong Kong Students Return from National Security Education Tour in Beijing and Shanghai

2024-12-24 20:59 Last Updated At：12-25 00:28

Second National Security Education Study Tour returns to Hong Kong after visiting Beijing and Shanghai

The second National Security Education Study Tour organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government concluded and returned to Hong Kong this afternoon (December 24). A total of 131 principals, teachers, and students from 19 primary and secondary schools in Hong Kong departed for Beijing on December 18. The primary school group completed their tour and returned to Hong Kong on December 22, while the secondary school group proceeded to Shanghai on the same day and returned today. Members of the study tour were primarily from the winning teams with outstanding performance and achievements, as well as their coaching principals and teachers of schools that excelled in the Territory-wide Inter-school National Security Knowledge Challenge, jointly organised by the Department of Justice, the Security Bureau, the Education Bureau, and the Hong Kong Shine Tak Foundation. Among the participants were non-Chinese speaking students joining both the challenge and study tour for the first time. The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, the Secretary General of the Committee for Safeguarding National Security of the HKSAR, Mr Au Chi-kwong; and the Chairman of the Hong Kong Shine Tak Foundation, Mrs Tung Ng Ling-ling, accompanied the study tour to Beijing, while the Under Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, joined the study tour on December 21 in Beijing and travelled with them to Shanghai. On December 22, members of the study tour were warmly received by Deputy Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the Central People's Government, Mr Nong Rong.

In the past few days, the study tour visited the Museum of the Communist Party of China and participated in interactive exchanges with teachers and students from the Branch of the High School Affiliated to Renmin University of China and Zhongguancun No. 3 Primary School. They also watched the solemn flag-raising ceremony on the viewing stage of Tiananmen Square. Other sites visited included the National Museum of China, the National Archives of Publications and Culture, the China Academy of Space Technology, the China Science and Technology Museum, the China National Arts and Crafts Museum, the Shanghai National Security Education Center, and the Sihang Warehouse Memorial of War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.

During the tour, students demonstrated great enthusiasm and curiosity about the country's system, history, culture, economy, science and technology, and social development. They eagerly embraced this opportunity to move beyond textbooks for on-site visits, particularly being deeply moved when watching the national flag rise on the viewing stage at Tiananmen Square. The visit to the China Academy of Space Technology enhanced their understanding and aspirations regarding the country's aerospace technology development. During their interactions at key primary and secondary schools in Beijing, they were also impressed by the diverse learning environment and the enthusiasm of local students.

Yang, a student from Ng Clan's Association Tai Pak Memorial School, remarked that the Museum of the Communist Party of China left the deepest impression on him, especially the history of the Long March. He felt both pained and moved by the pioneers' contributions and efforts in building New China. Lam, a student from Munsang College (Hong Kong Island), said that as Chinese people, everyone should unite, contribute together, and actively participate in the country's future development. She believes that their generation, blessed by the protection and guidance of their predecessors, also bears the responsibility of safeguarding national security. Kabra, a non-Chinese speaking student from Queen's College, said the tour broadened his understanding of China's history, culture, and national security. He emphasised that he returned to Hong Kong not only with knowledge but also a commitment to applying these insights to help build a more secure world.

The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, encouraged students at the opening ceremony to understand the history and culture of the country through their footsteps, comprehend China's modernisation through their eyes, listen to the thoughts and voices of the Chinese people with their ears, and to grasp the essence of China's spirit with their hearts. He urged them to deeply appreciate the historical depth, cultural richness, and warmth of lives in the Motherland, develop positive viewpoints on state, history and nation, thus proactively safeguarding national security and better contributing to Hong Kong and the Motherland. Secretary General, Mr Au Chi-kwong, expressed his encouragement towards the students' enthusiasm for exploring national security knowledge, urging them to learn more about the country's history, culture, and achievements in various fields through on-site visits and to deepen their understanding of the principle of "one country, two systems", becoming proactive contributors to Hong Kong's future development. At the closing ceremony, the Under Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, encouraged students to share their experiences and insights from the study tour with their teachers and classmates. He emphasised the importance of combining reading extensively with traveling widely to deepen their understanding of the country's history, culture, and current realities. He encouraged them to maintain their enthusiasm for learning and to aspire to become pillars of society in the future.

‘Immersive Hong Kong’ Exhibition Launches in Dubai to Boost Cultural and Business Ties

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