Business Standard – Print | Mumbai, Delhi, & Bangalore

Business Standard – Online

On July 1, 1997, the Chinese national flag was raised over Hong Kong for the first time, ending 156 years of British rule and beginning an unusual experiment in democracy by Beijing. As President Xi Jinping visits the city for the 20th anniversary, he’s facing new questions about China’s commitment to the handover deal and human rights in general.

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

Cathay Pacific and MIAT Mongolian Airlines announced a new codeshare agreement which is set to benefit the customers of both airlines.

Starting July 12, 2017, Cathay Pacific will place its “CX” code on MIAT’s four-times weekly service between Hong Kong and Ulaanbaatar, the vibrant and historic Mongolian capital, providing its customers with a new, direct link to one of the most unique and fastest-growing destinations in Asia. At the same time, MIAT Mongolian Airlines will place its “OM” code on selected Cathay Pacific services between Hong Kong and Singapore, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

Travel World Online – Online

Cathay Pacific and MIAT Mongolian Airlines today announced a new codeshare agreement which is set to benefit the customers of both airlines. Starting 12 July 2017, Cathay Pacific will place its “CX” code on MIAT’s four-times weekly service between Hong Kong and Ulaanbaatar, the vibrant and historic Mongolian capital, providing its customers with a new, direct link to one of the most unique and fastest-growing destinations in Asia.

Financial Chronicle – Print | Mumbai, Delhi, & Bangalore

Yahoo News – Online

Reuters – Online

Many Hong Kong residents, worried about growing encroachment by Beijing as the financial hub marks 20 years since its return to China, are rushing to secure British passports as a safety net in the case of social unrest or the erosion of civil liberties.

DNA – Print | Delhi

Many Hong Kong residents, worried about growing encroachment by Beijing as the financial hub marks 20 years since its return to China, are rushing to secure British passports as a safety net in the case of social unrest or the erosion of civil liberties. British government data, diplomatic sources and testimonials from six Hong Kong residents paint a picture of rising anxiety over the future and growing mistrust of Communist Party leaders in Beijing, especially among the younger generation.

Hindustan Times – Online

Modern-day Hong Kong is best known for its sprawl of skyscrapers, a bustling financial hub off the southern coast of mainland China and a regional conduit for trade.

Hindustan Times – Online

Modern-day Hong Kong is best known for its sprawl of skyscrapers, a bustling financial hub off the southern coast of mainland China and a regional conduit for trade.

But the territory was once a quiet backwater of rural hamlets and fishing communities, where mountainous terrain dominated sparse human settlement. Here’s how the city has changed twenty years since it was handed back to China by former colonial power Britain:

Travel And Tour World – Online

Last year, the number of mainland tourists to Hong Kong went to 42.77 million, roughly 18 times higher than the 2.36 million recorded in 1997, according to statistics released by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. Mainland visitors now account for about 76 percent of all tourists to Hong Kong.

EPEAK – Online

This last week, members of the Hong Kong government joined supporters from the religious and business communities to rally in support of Hong Kong’s bid to host the 2022 Gay Games. Evaluators from the Federation of Gay Games (FGG) recently visited the region to assess the city ability to host the Games.

EMIS – Online

Authorities are now eyeing the city’s untapped potential in cultural and green tourism. Hong Kong needs to step up efforts to stage more art fairs and by offering greater accessibility for artists. On the green tourism side, the city should highlight its parks that serve as habitat for migratory birds and numerous species of insects, industry experts told China Daily.

Travel World Online – Online

In keeping with the travel theme, this year’s Book Fair Art Gallery, to be located outside the 3/F convention hall, will showcase a thematic exhibition “Around the World Through Words”. The exhibition will feature a number of Hong Kong travel writers with varied backgrounds covering litterateurs, cruise expert, explorer, historians, war correspondent, novelist as well as writer and photographer, of which Leung Ping Kwan (Ye Si), Xi Xi, Rebecca Lee and Zhou Yijun are included.

The New Indian Express – Print | Bangalore

A towering shark fin sculpture is the latest addition to Hong Kong’s harbor front as part of an artistic push against the infamous trade. Hong Kong is one of the world’s biggest markets for shark fin, which is viewed by many Asians as a delicacy and is often served as a soup at expensive Chinese banquets.

The Statesman – Print | The Statesman

Hong Kong’s development over the past 20 years shows how well the system built on the one country, two systems principle works, Leung said. He spoke in Hong Kong at a recent group interview focused on the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to China.

Travel World Online – Online

The inaugural Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will be held 21-25 July at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. More than 90 exhibitors from Hong Kong, the Chinese mainland, Japan and Korea will showcase sports and leisure products as well as services from more than 120 brands. To provide visitors with a new shopping and leisure experience, the HKTDC will also organise over 40 on-site events. The new expo offers prime summer activities to cater for different age groups and interests.

The Telegraph – Online

It was supposed to be for a year. That’s such a Hong Kong cliché, I hesitate to write it: when I arrived in 1993, the colony (the word had fallen out of favour by then but the Union Jack still flew in its most remote corners) was full of people who’d never intended to stay. I don’t just mean the backpacking expats who came for a week and lingered. Most of the Hong Kong Chinese population had fled across the border from the mainland after Mao came to power in 1949. They thought they’d be going home soon, but they never did.

Yoga Wine Travel – Online

Let me start by saying, nay, declaring that Hong Kong is one of the safest places in the world. The crime rate is one of the lowest in the world and most of that involves petty crime. Having lived in the city for nearly 3 decades (oops does that give my age away?), I am passionate about sharing the best of what Hong Kong has to offer and truly believe that it is a destination that has something for every single type of traveler.

Travel Press – Online

Arriving in 1841, British occupiers saw enormous potential in the way that Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon mainland circled Victoria Bay (now Victoria Harbour) to create an ideal, sheltered port – not to mention a commanding market position next door to China, in a stunning geographic location.

Travel Daily Media – Online

The loyalty programme provides members with exclusive benefits, including special trade offers on the destination’s latest products and offerings; and use of the Hong Kong Specialist logo.

For agents to become a member of the new club, they should complete three modules of the Hong Kong Specialist programme.

Hindustan Times – Print | Mumbai & Delhi

Performers pose in front of a bronze statue of Guan Gong, a Chinese God of War, in Hong Kong on Saturday. July 1 marks the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover from Britain to China, and Guan Gong is widely regarded as a symbol of loyalty and integrity.

Globe News Wire – Online

This summer, visitors to Hong Kong will be able to immerse themselves in the world of e-Sports, music and exciting gourmet experiences unlike anything they have experienced before, as the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) will launch the 3-day extravaganza “ICBC (Asia) e-Sports & Music Festival Hong Kong” at the Central Harbourfront from 4 to 6 August.

DNA – Print | Delhi

The Hindu – Online

China and Hong Kong are overwhelmingly the largest shipment centres for fake goods sold around the world, in a growing, complex battle against sophisticated counterfeiters, Europe’s police agency said Thursday. In 2015, the two territories “were the provenance of 86 per cent of global counterfeiting and $396.5 billion worth of counterfeit goods,” Europol said in a detailed 74-page report, adding intellectual property theft was “one of the most lucrative criminal enterprises”.

Paxnews – Online

Hong Kong Airlines will make its North American debut with the launch of a non-stop daily service between Vancouver (YVR) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) on June 30, 2017 and to commemorate the airline’s entry into market, the airline has partnered with two of Vancouver’s favourite dining destinations to curate a special culinary program in-flight.

Travel Travel Yes Papa – Online

Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Regions of China. Hong Kong is famous for skyscrapers, cloudy mountains, rocky islands and the financial centre. Hong Kong is a leading financial centre in East Asia. Hong Kong has a sub-tropical climate, but is cooled in winter by sea breezes.

Business Standard – Online

As indicated in the Hong Kong Shark Foundation’s survey, which covered 375 Chinese restaurants in the city, 98 percent had shark fin soup on their 2016 Lunar New Year menus.

Uber Ant – Online

Hong Kong is popular and fascinating travel destination around the world. Being one of the most exciting tourist attractions, many people love visiting this country to experience new thrills and enjoy shopping sessions every year.

Don’t miss the cuisine

While mentioning the cuisine of Hong Kong especially the beverages, you could not resist licking the chops. However, if you miss the afternoon tea in Hong Kong, it will be a big loss as the city is famous for afternoon tea in Hong Kong. Made from black tea, milk and sugar, it is usually a part of lunch in Hong Kong culture and hence the name.

Travel Wire News – Online

Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has presented its annual Customer Service Excellence Programme (CSEP) awards, with a major individual accolade for a Lagardère Travel Retail team member.

More than 950 airport staff were lauded for excellence in customer service. The award ceremony was officiated by Airport Authority Hong Kong CEO Fred Lam and Dr Peter Lam, Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board.

Travel & Tour World – Online

The Hong Kong’s Tourism Board has plans for hosting a grand carnival combining e-sports events, concerts and food festivals for attracting young tourists.

The carnival will be held in the new Central Waterfront and will continue for three days starting from August 4. 20 former world champions of League of Legends (LOL) will be invited to compete for the HK$300,000 (US$38,500) prize, including Toyz from Hong Kong, xPeKe from Spain and Ruofeng from Chinese mainland.

Travel and Tour World – Online

This summer, visitors to Hong Kong will be able to take pleasure in e-Sports, music and exciting gourmet experiences unlike anything they have experienced before. The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) will host the 3-day extravaganza “ICBC (Asia) e-Sports & Music Festival Hong Kong” at the Central Harbour front from 4 to 6 August. The Festival comprises three exciting, never-seen-before elements, which will present visitors with an unforgettable summer experience!

Business Standard – Print, Mumbai/Delhi/Bangalore

Lau can’t help but glance nervously at the calendar. Her next paycheck isn’t for a week, and she doesn’t have enough money to feed her family of four crammed into her small, government-subsidised Hong Kong apartment. Her husband can’t work, and the kids don’t understand why their mother keeps buying stale food.

The Hindu Business Line – Online

From syringes and television sets strewn on its beaches to brimming landfills, Hong Kong is struggling to keep pace with a growing waste problem in one of the world’s most densely populated cities.

Landfills in the global financial hub of 7 million people are nearly full as the volume of waste rises for a fifth straight year and recycling lags behind other Asian cities.

The Hindu Business Line – Print – Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore

Yeung’s journey towards social entrepreneurship wouldn’t have gone anywhere without two key figures. One of them is Green Monday co-founder Francis Ngai, a local investor who previously founded Social Ventures Hong Kong, a philanthropic venture fund that invests in social mission-based startups that work to address urban challenges such as wealth discrepancy, handicap accessibility and elderly issues in Hong Kong. The two shared a diet and a cause. “We would have lunch for hours and talk about ideas to change the world,” said Yeung. At one of those lunches, Ngai said, “David, is there anything we can do with food that is social?” Yeung put down his ...

News Patrolling – Online

This summer, visitors to Hong Kong will be able to immerse themselves in the world of e-Sports, music and exciting gourmet experiences unlike anything they have experienced before, as the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) will launch the 3-day extravaganza “ICBC (Asia) e-Sports & Music Festival Hong Kong” at the Central Harbourfront from 4 to 6 August. The Festival has three exciting, never-seen-before elements, offering visitors an unforgettable summer experience.

Hindu Business Line Online & Print – Delhi & Bangalore

Abhijit Mishra is the Country Manager, KAYAK India, a travel fare aggregator. My favourite airport Hong Kong International Airport What I like about it Hong Kong is a very efficient and well laid out airport, which can handle huge volumes. High technology information system make it very easy to get around, and get information. There is plenty of food and beverage choices for all budgets, and space to lounge around.

Outlook Traveller –  Online

I sat on a ledge by a large window, knocking my spectacles against the glass and looking down upon what seemed like all of Hong Kong. The island of Hong Kong in one view and then, as I moved along the 360 degree panorama, the Kowloon Peninsula. On the one hand, the high-rise landscape of this teeming world city; and on the other, the horizontal invitation of the sea with ferries, boats and vessels dotting the blue.

The Hindu – Hyderabad, Bangalore, Print

I left Hong Kong a week before the Victoria Park vigil, which marked 28 years of the prodemocracy protests in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square. And yet I wasn’t surprised to read that this tiny island’s citizens had the gumption to take on the Chinese government. Hong Kong marches to its own beat, despite the mainland’s attempts to dominate it. Every time I return to the city of my birth, I feel a frisson of expectation and possibility.

PR Newswire – Online

Taiwan and Hong Kong’s first collaboration to jointly promote multi-destination travel to Asia last year achieved remarkable results. The tourism boards of both destinations, namely the Taiwan Tourism Bureau (TTB) and the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), will continue the partnership this year, targeting North American markets with the aim of attracting more leisure travel arrivals to Taiwan and Hong Kong.

Samachar Live – Online

Hong Kong Airlines and Virgin Australia today announced that they will form a codeshare partnership* that will provide customers with connectivity to 11 destinations across the flight networks of both airlines.

First Post – Online

Thousands gathered at a candlelit vigil in Hong Kong on Sunday night to mark 28 years since China’s bloody Tiananmen Square crackdown, but the annual event is struggling for support among younger generations.

Semi-autonomous Hong Kong is the only place on Chinese soil to see a major commemoration of the military’s brutal crushing of pro-democracy protests in central Beijing in 1989.

IANS – Online

Hong Kong controls the highest share in 2016, and it is expected to maintain its lead position in future too. Japan, Thailand, South Korea, holds the position from 2nd to 4th (not in same chronological order) for China Outbound Tourism Market in 2016. Countries Analysis: China Outbound Tourists Market Hong Kong and United States holds the 1st and 2nd position in 2016. South Korea, Thailand and Japan control the position from 3rd to 5th (not in same chronological order). United States has the highest average spending.

The Economic Times – Online

In the three months through April, the volume of sales rose 3.2 percent, seasonally adjusted, from the preceding three months. COMMENTARY: A government spokesman indicated that retail sales was largely stable in April compared with year-ago levels, amid the sustained recovery in visitor arrivals. In recent months, the drag from the fall in tourist spending eased and local consumer sentiment continued to hold up well. Looking ahead, the near-term outlook for retail sales will hinge on the recovery in inbound tourism as well as the resilience of local consumption amid rising U.S. interest rates and other external uncertainties. The government will continue to monitor the situation closely.

The Economic Times – Online

Spectators chanted and cheered on the racers and spoke of the vibrant atmosphere and team spirit at the yearly affair. “In this sport, we need ten people to do the exact same movement”, said dragon boat racer Hsu Tzu-han, whose team won in their 10-man category.

Outlook India – Online

Times Now – Online

May 31 A luxury Hermes handbag shattered the world auction record in Hong Kong today, fetching an eye- popping USD 380,000, Christie’s said. The auction house didn’t identify the buyer of the matte white “Himalaya” crocodile skin Hermes Birkin bag.

The Hindu – Print

Hong Kong is all set to host the Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Tuen Ng Festival. This traditional Chinese festival pays tribute to Qu Yuan, a poet in the Zhou Dynasty. It is celebrated across the globe on the fifth day of the fifth month in the lunar calendar.