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Business● Low18m ago · Nov 9, 2026, 1:30 AM

To be Asia’s events capital, Hong Kong must offer ticketing that works

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from South China Morning Post · East Asia

Hong Kong has set its sights on becoming Asia’s events capital. China’s five-year plans support the city’s role as an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. The chief executive’s latest policy address commits the Tourism Board to strengthening Hong Kong’s reputation as the “events capital of Asia”. The economic benefits could be huge. International events bring tourists and business for hotels, restaurants, shops and transport operators. The South China Morning Post...

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