THE PENINSULA'S GLOBAL "ART IN RESONANCE" PROGRAMME 2025 SHOWCASES GROUNDBREAKING CONTEMPORARY ARTWORKS

Three commissioned artworks — including one in partnership with the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) — celebrating innovation and cultural heritage launched to coincide with Art Basel Hong Kong

HONG KONG, March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Peninsula Hong Kong has announced the launch of its 2025 "Art in Resonance" programme, continuing its mission to champion emerging and mid-career artists since the programme's inception in 2019. Opening during Hong Kong Art Week, this innovative showcase features commissioned works from Hong Kong artists Phoebe Hui and Chris Cheung (widely known as h0nh1m), alongside Shanghai-based artist Lin Fanglu, in partnership with the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A).

From late March through May 2025, these boundary-pushing works will transform The Peninsula Hong Kong's public spaces, offering both hotel guests and art enthusiasts an opportunity to experience contemporary art at the iconic flagship hotel.

"This exhibition represents a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to nurturing artistic creativity and cultural exchange," said Gareth Roberts, Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of The Peninsula's parent company, The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited. "We are particularly excited to partner with the V&A to bring this work, and future artworks to the museum's display. Our collaboration will cultivate a broader audience for these superbly talented artists."

A Thought-Provoking, Immersive Exhibition

The first piece to greet arriving visitors is Lunar Rainbow, a monumental 56-square-metre celestial-themed installation on the hotel's façade by multimedia artist Phoebe Hui (Hong Kong SAR, mainland China). The work features fragmented images of the moon laser-printed on 49 pieces of plate aluminium, created through a custom programme that traces the evolution of lunar imagery from 17th-century scientific moon drawings to contemporary open-source archives, blending the past with the present through a contemporary lens. Custom lighting design echoes a rare natural phenomenon – the moonbow, reflecting on ideas of possibility and new perspectives. Hui's largest artwork to date, Lunar Rainbow pays homage to the moon, a powerful symbol of resilience and hope. Inviting viewers to move forward and embrace the unknown, a serendipitous surprise awaits when the moon installation 'comes together' from a specific angle, offering a perceptual adventure that sparks curiosity and wonder.

In The Lobby, textile artist Lin Fanglu (Dalian, China) presents She's Bestowed Love, curated by Dr Xiaoxin Li, the V&A's Curator, Asia Department. The large-scale work features vibrant red sculptural forms that celebrate feminine strength and power. Around this maternal core, smaller forms orbit like precious islands, each one telling its own story while remaining connected to the whole, representing the countless moments that shape a woman's journey. Drawing inspiration from the ancient textile traditions of Yunnan's Bai minorities and channelling the nurturing spirit of Greek goddess Gaia, the work creates a dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary expression. After its showcase at The Peninsula Hong Kong, the installation will travel to London, United Kingdom, and be displayed at the V&A South Kensington, where it will serve as the statement piece of the year-long "Dimensions: Chinese Contemporary Studio Crafts" on display beginning in Autumn 2025.

"This collaboration represents the intersection of tradition and innovation, which perfectly embodies the V&A's mission," said Dr Melissa Buron, Director of Collections and Chief Curator of the V&A. "By partnering with The Peninsula, we are creating meaningful dialogues between contemporary artistic expression and cultural heritage — sharing powerful creative voices with audiences worldwide."

At The Verandah, new media artist Chris Cheung (h0nh1m) (Hong Kong, China), presents The Flow Pavilion, an immersive installation created in partnership with Tai Ping. A one-way mirror structure modelled after a contemporary tea house is the centrepiece of a Zen Garden occupying the café space. Visitors are invited to experience the 'Flow State', a meditative journey of self-connection and tranquillity, by watching a kinetic sphere glide across an exquisite hand-tufted silk carpet, creating patterns reminiscent of the designs in a contemporary Zen Garden. This mesmerising movement is powered by the artist's recorded brainwave patterns during meditation, pairing ancient mindfulness practices with modern technology.

A Brand-wide Commitment to Contemporary Arts

The Peninsula has been committed to promoting the rich and vibrant cultural aspects of its properties' destination cities for generations by inviting its guests to engage with art through numerous channels. The group has hosted artist residencies; mounted enriching and culturally representative exhibits, talks, and symposia; and offered studio visits and workshops with local creators whose work exemplifies the distinctive flavour and energy of their home cities.

The exhibition works in this year's "Art in Resonance" will remain at The Peninsula Hong Kong through May, after which they will be displayed at other Peninsula properties, and joined by additional, newly commissioned installations from local and international artists.

Bringing Creativity to Life at The Peninsula Hong Kong

In tandem with the exhibition, The Peninsula Hong Kong offers a series of art-inspired experiences, including a celebratory Afternoon Tea at The Lobby featuring pastries inspired by the artworks on display; delicious chocolate bonbons and cookies modelled after specific artworks, and a set of Matcha Mochi paired with Sencha Green Tea at The Verandah. Additionally, guests can enjoy in-room chocolate amenities and postcards that echo the installations. Artistically inspired cocktails are also available at Felix and The Bar, with each drink crafted to complement the exhibited artworks. The hotel's exclusive "The Art of Luxury" stay package, which includes the "Art in Resonance" guided tour and afternoon tea experience, will further illuminate the city's vibrant art scene. Please visit the official hotel website for more details.

About Art in Resonance

Since 2019, The Peninsula's commission-based Art in Resonance programme has spotlighted the work of important emerging and mid-career artists. By providing funding, curatorial support, and exhibition space, Art in Resonance allows these creators to produce significant new public artworks – while simultaneously offering deeply immersive art experiences to Peninsula guests.

More information can be found at The Peninsula's Art in Resonance programme webpage, www.peninsula.com/art.

About the V&A
The V&A is a family of museums dedicated to the power of creativity —its power to entertain and move, to enrich our lives, open our minds and change the world. We celebrate and share that power through a programme of exhibitions, events, educational and digital experiences, a collection of 2.8 million objects, and through our support for new works and commitment to conservation, research and sustainable design. Together, our work tells a 5,000-year-old story of creativity, helping to advance cultural knowledge everywhere, and inspiring the makers, creators and innovators of today and tomorrow. We are always working to broaden our audiences so that everyone can be part of the V&A – because the V&A and the power of creativity belong to us all. 

About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH)
Incorporated in 1866 and listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (00045), HSH is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development and management of prestigious hotel, commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, The Peninsula London, The Peninsula Paris, The Peninsula Istanbul, The Peninsula Bangkok and The Peninsula Manila. The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower and St. John's Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong.

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THE PENINSULA'S GLOBAL "ART IN RESONANCE" PROGRAMME 2025 SHOWCASES GROUNDBREAKING CONTEMPORARY ARTWORKS

THE PENINSULA'S GLOBAL "ART IN RESONANCE" PROGRAMME 2025 SHOWCASES GROUNDBREAKING CONTEMPORARY ARTWORKS

THE PENINSULA'S GLOBAL "ART IN RESONANCE" PROGRAMME 2025 SHOWCASES GROUNDBREAKING CONTEMPORARY ARTWORKS

THE PENINSULA'S GLOBAL "ART IN RESONANCE" PROGRAMME 2025 SHOWCASES GROUNDBREAKING CONTEMPORARY ARTWORKS

THE PENINSULA'S GLOBAL "ART IN RESONANCE" PROGRAMME 2025 SHOWCASES GROUNDBREAKING CONTEMPORARY ARTWORKS

HONG KONG, March 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 24, the launch ceremony of ADC Submarine Cable's commissioning was successfully held at the Everbright Centre in Hong Kong. The event brought together over a hundred distinguished guests, including prominent figures from the political and business sectors, industry experts, and representatives from leading media organizations.

The ADC Submarine Cable project is jointly constructed by China Telecom, China Unicom, Singapore Telecom, Japan's SoftBank, TATA Communications, Vietnam's VIETTEL, Thailand's NT, and the Philippines' PLDT. As the only international submarine cable initiative launched in the Asia-Pacific region over the past nine years, it boasts the highest system transmission capacity and the largest number of fiber pairs in the region. Spanning 9,988 kilometers, the ADC Submarine Cable links mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, and multiple other countries and regions across the Asia-Pacific. Designed with an open cable architecture and cutting-edge high-capacity optical transmission technology, it features a per-fiber pair design capacity exceeding 20 Tb/s, with a total system capacity surpassing 160 Tb/s. By offering diverse routing options, the ADC Submarine Cable significantly strengthens network resilience and stability across the Asia-Pacific, reinforcing the region's digital infrastructure.

At the event, Prof. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, the Government of HKSAR, emphasized that as a key gateway for the country's opening-up, Hong Kong will fully harness its unique advantages under the "one country, two systems" framework. Leveraging its strategic roles as a "super connector" and "super value-adder," Hong Kong aims to facilitate the global expansion of mainland enterprises while attracting international businesses. The Hong Kong SAR Government remains committed to enhancing the innovation and technology ecosystem through institutional innovation, policy coordination, and international collaboration. He encouraged industry leaders, including China Telecom, to embrace national and SAR government initiatives, capitalize on the opportunities presented by the digital economy, and intensify R&D efforts to drive breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, big data, and other frontier technologies. At the same time, he expressed confidence that more enterprises would actively contribute to Hong Kong's innovation and technology landscape, fostering an open and inclusive ecosystem and reinforcing the city's position as a globally influential hub for technological advancement.

Ms. Liu Ying, Executive Vice President of China Telecommunications Corporation Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "China Telecom"), indicated that the official launch of the ADC Submarine Cable marks a significant milestone in international cooperation. This achievement not only reaffirms China Telecom's long-standing commitment to its global expansion strategy, cloud-network integration, and digital transformation but also ushers in a new era of collaboration with global partners to drive technological progress and shared prosperity. She also highlighted that China Telecom's international business will continue to leverage Hong Kong as a strategic hub, dedicated to fostering a more open and collaborative ecosystem, advancing digital technology innovation, and accelerating the growth of the digital economy. The company remains committed to delivering more efficient, secure, and intelligent communication services to global users while working with industry partners to build a dynamic, inclusive, and mutually beneficial digital landscape.

As one of the organizers of the ADC Submarine Cable project, Mr. Yin Jin, CEO of China Telecom Global introduced that the ADC Submarine Cable will add over 50 Tb/s of bandwidth capacity to the Asia-Pacific region, supporting the exponential growth in data demand driven by artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and cloud computing. By offering a high-speed and resilient submarine communication network, the project not only enhances international telecommunications cooperation but also plays a vital role in fostering the high-quality development of the digital economy. In alignment with Hong Kong's vision of becoming an International Innovation and Technology Hub, China Telecom Global is accelerating the development of major infrastructure projects, including the Tseung Kwan O Data Center, the Chung Hom Kok Cable Landing Station, and the New Eurasia and New Asia-Pacific submarine cables. The company is also strengthening its R&D capabilities through the establishment of AI and cybersecurity innovation centers, reinforcing its long-term commitment to driving technological progress and contributing to Hong Kong's continued prosperity.

As the backbone of the global internet, submarine cables serve as a vital lifeline for international data transmission. In the future, China Telecom will collaborate with major global operators to continuously promote more submarine cable construction projects, further reinforcing the infrastructure that underpins 5G, AI, and digital technologies. By enhancing global connectivity, the company aims to accelerate the digital transformation landscape and contribute to the high-quality advancement of the digital economy.

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Accelerating Connectivity in the Asia-Pacific: ADC Submarine Cable Empowers the Digital Future