| Date |
Category | Title |
| 31 Dec, 2009 |
Press Statement | Appointment to Advisory Committee on Travel Agents and Travel Industry Compensation Fund Management Board
(PDF Version)
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| 31 Dec, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development: Information on reporting mechanism of Ngong Ping 360 ropeway
(PDF Version)
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| 23 Dec, 2009 |
Press Statement | SCED speaks on Kai Tak Cruise Terminal
(PDF Version)
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| 23 Dec, 2009 |
Press Statement | Site formation works for Kai Tak Cruise Terminal begin
(PDF Version)
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| 22 Dec, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Information Paper: Development of a New Cruise Terminal at Kai Tak
(PDF Version)
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| 14 Dec, 2009 |
Press Statement | Hong Kong-Japan Tourism Exchange Year extended for three months
(PDF Version)
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| 13 Dec, 2009 |
Speeches | FS' speech at ground breaking ceremony for the expansion of Hong Kong Disneyland (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 25 Nov, 2009 |
Press Statement | SCED meets Bruce Lee's daughter on restoration of residence
(PDF Version)
SCED meets Bruce Lee's daughter on restoration of residence (1)
The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mrs Rita Lau (third left), met Ms Shannon Lee (second left), daughter of the late Mr Bruce Lee, on November 25. Also at the meeting were the Permanent Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (Commerce and Industry), Miss Yvonne Choi (first left), and the Commissioner for Tourism, Miss Margaret Fong (first right).
(JPEG Version)
SCED meets Bruce Lee's daughter on restoration of residence (2)
Mrs Lau and Ms Lee exchange views on the planned restoration of Bruce Lee's Residence in Kowloon Tong and on opportunities for co-operation in the project.
(JPEG Version)
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| 19 Nov, 2009 |
Press Statement | Government welcomes implementation of Individual Visit endorsements for non-Guangdong residents in Shenzhen
(PDF Version)
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| 16 Nov, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Public Works Subcommittee - Follow-up to meeting on 4 November 2009
(PDF Version)
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| 11 Nov, 2009 |
Press Statement | LCQ19: Waiver fee for berthing of cruise vessels at container terminals
(PDF Version)
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| 03 Nov, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Discussion Paper for Public Works Subcommittee of Finance Committee - 736CL Site formation for Kai Tak cruise terminal development
(PDF Version)
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| 30 Oct, 2009 |
Speeches | FS' speech at Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival 2009 Opening Ceremony (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
The Financial Secretary, Mr John Tsang addressed the opening ceremony of Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival. (English Version Only)
(JPEG Version)
The Financial Secretary, Mr John Tsang (middle), the Chairman of Hong Kong Tourism Board, Mr James Tien (fourth from left), the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mrs Rita Lau (third from left), the Permanent Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (Commerce, Industry and Tourism), Miss Yvonne Choi (first from left), and other guests inaugurated the Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival. (English Version Only)
(JPEG Version)
Group photo of officiating guests, representatives of major sponsors and supporting bodies. (English Version Only)
(JPEG Version)
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| 30 Oct, 2009 |
Press Statement | Government announces appointments to Advisory Committee on Travel Agents
(PDF Version)
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| 30 Oct, 2009 |
Press Statement | Second-round applications invited for Mega Events Fund
(PDF Version)
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| 28 Oct, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ18: Illegal provision of tourist guide services in Hong Kong
(PDF Version)
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| 22 Oct, 2009 |
Press Statement | Mega events proposals selected to attract more visitors to Hong Kong
(PDF Version)
Mega Events Fund: First-Round Application - Summary of Six Selected Projects
(PDF Version)
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| 06 Oct, 2009 |
Press Statement | Commissioner for Tourism attends UNWTO meeting (with photos)
(PDF Version)
The Commissioner for Tourism, Miss Margaret Fong, met with the new Secretary-General of the UNWTO, Dr Taleb Rifai, yesterday (October 5) to exchange views on global tourism issues in Astana, Kazakhstan on the sidelines of the Eighteenth Session of the UNWTO General Assembly. Picture shows Miss Fong presenting a souvenir to Dr Rifai.
(JPEG Version)
The Commissioner for Tourism, Miss Margaret Fong, officiated at the launching ceremony of the Hong Kong Fair in Mumbai, India on October 2. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board and joined by travel trade representatives from Hong Kong, the Fair is aimed to showcase to the Indian counterparts Hong Kong's diversity and sophistication and to promote the city's tourist attractions.
(JPEG Version)
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| 05 Oct, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Information Paper:
Promotion of Cycle Tourism
(PDF Version)
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| 02 Oct, 2009 |
Speeches | Speech by Commissioner for Tourism at luncheon for the travel trade in Mumbai, India (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 02 Oct, 2009 |
Speeches | Speech by Commissioner for Tourism at the opening ceremony of the "Hong Kong Fair" in Mumbai, India (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 28 Sep, 2009 |
Press Statement | Tourism Commission co-ordinates preparations for "Golden Week" arrivals
(PDF Version)
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| 14 Sep, 2009 |
Press Statement | Suspension of "A Symphony of Lights"
(PDF Version)
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| 10 Sep, 2009 |
Press Statement | Suspension of "A Symphony of Lights"
(PDF Version)
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| 21 Aug, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Information Paper: Alternative berthing arrangements of cruise vessels
(PDF Version)
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| 04 Aug, 2009 |
Press Statement | Suspension of "A Symphony of Lights"
(PDF Version)
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| 31 Jul, 2009 |
Press Statement | Mega Events Fund first-round application receives good response
(PDF Version)
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| 31 Jul, 2009 |
Press Statement | Government announces appointments to Hong Kong Tourism Board
(PDF Version)
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| 23 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Information Paper: Ocean Park Admission Pricing
(PDF Version)
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| 23 Jul, 2009 |
Press Statement | SCED concludes visit to Singapore
(PDF Version)
SCED addresses business luncheon in Singapore
The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mrs Rita Lau, on July 23 addressed a luncheon jointly organised by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Singapore and the Hong Kong-Singapore Business Association. In her speech themed "Transforming Pains into Gains Amid the Global Downturn", Mrs Lau told the Singapore business community of the immense possibilities Hong Kong offered to create value for their businesses amid the global economic downturn.
(JPEG Version)
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| 23 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Information Paper:
Alternative berthing arrangements of cruise vessels
(PDF Version)
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| 20 Jul, 2009 |
Press Statement | Creative ideas invited to restore Bruce Lee's residence
(PDF Version)
Ideas Competition for Bruce Lee's Residence - Summary
(PDF Version)
Launch of Ideas Competition for Bruce Lee's Residence (1)
The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mrs Rita Lau, and the owner of Bruce Lee's former residence, Mr Yu Pang-lin, co-hosted a press conference on July 20 to announce the launch of the Ideas Competition for Bruce Lee's Residence. They posed for a group photo with representatives of the organisers, the organising committee and the adjudication panel at the press conference. From left at back: Honorary Vice-chairman of the Adjudication Panel, Mr Michael Choi; member of the Adjudication Panel, Mr Dennis Pang; Vice-Chairman of the Organising Committee, Ms Anna Kwong; Chairman of the Organising Committee, Mr Raymond Chan; representative of The Hong Kong Institute of Architects, Ms Connie Lam; representative of the Hong Kong Institute of Planners, Dr Peter Pun; representative of The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors, Mr Alex Wong. From left at front: Professional advisor to the competition, Professor Bernard Lim; Mr Yu Pang-lin; Mrs Rita Lau; Permanent Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (Commerce, Industry and Tourism), Miss Yvonne Choi; Commissioner for Tourism, Miss Margaret Fong.
(JPEG Version)
Launch of Ideas Competition for Bruce Lee's Residence (2)
The owner of Bruce Lee's former residence, Mr Yu Pang-lin, has sponsored $100,000 in prizes for winners of the competition. Picture shows Mr Pang (centre) presenting a mock-up cheque to the Organising Committee Chairman, Mr Raymond Chan (third from left), and vice-chairman, Ms Anna Kwong (second from left). Also present are Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mrs Rita Lau (third from right); Permanent Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (Commerce, Industry and Tourism), Miss Yvonne Choi (second from right); Commissioner for Tourism, Miss Margaret Fong (right); and Professional advisor to the competition, Professor Bernard Lim (left).
(JPEG Version)
Launch of Ideas Competition for Bruce Lee's Residence (3)
Property owner Mr Yu Pang-lin (second left) presents a plaque with an inscription in his handwriting to Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mrs Rita Lau (second right), to express gratitude to Mrs Lau for her efforts in realising the restoration project
(JPEG Version)
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| 18 Jul, 2009 |
Press Statement | Suspension of "A Symphony of Lights"
(PDF Version)
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| 16 Jul, 2009 |
District Council Papers | Central and Western District Council Paper - "Star Cruise to call at the China Merchants Wharf in Kennedy Town" (Chinese Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 11 Jul, 2009 |
Press Statement | Suspension of "A Symphony of Lights"
(PDF Version)
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| 10 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Reply to enquiries raised by Hon Tanya CHAN - Alternative berthing arrangements for cruise vessels
(PDF Version)
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| 10 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Supplementary information requested by ED Panel on 8 July 2009
Proposed expansion of Hong Kong Disneyland
(PDF Version)
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| 10 Jul, 2009 |
Press Statement | Government announces re-appointment to HK Tourism Board
(PDF Version)
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| 10 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Proposed expansion of Hong Kong Disneyland
(PDF Version)
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| 10 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Follow-up to the special meeting of ED Panel on 4 July 2009
Proposed expansion of Hong Kong Disneyland
(PDF Version)
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| 09 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Information Paper: Operation of the Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong
(PDF Version)
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| 08 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Supplementary information on proposed expansion of Hong Kong Disneyland
(PDF Version)
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| 08 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ8: Renewal of tourist guide pass
(PDF Version)
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| 04 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Update on Proposed Expansion of Hong Kong Disneyland - Follow-up to the Special Meeting on 30 June 2009
(PDF Version)
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| 03 Jul, 2009 |
Press Statement | Travel Industry Compensation Fund levy suspended from today
(PDF Version)
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| 03 Jul, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Brief: Travel Agents Ordinance (Cap 218)
Travel Agents Ordinance (Specification on fund levy) (Amendment) Notice 2009
(PDF Version)
Annex
(PDF Version)
|
| 02 Jul, 2009 |
District Council Papers | Kowloon City District Council Paper - "Restoration of Bruce Lee's Residence" (Chinese Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 30 Jun, 2009 |
Press Statement | CE on expansion plan of Hong Kong Disneyland
(PDF Version)
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| 30 Jun, 2009 |
Press Statement | Government announces expansion plan for Hong Kong Disneyland
(PDF Version)
Annex - Hong Kong Disneyland Expansion Conceptual Plan
(JPEG Version)
Annex - Grizzly Trail
(JPEG Version)
Annex - Mystic Point
(JPEG Version)
Annex - Toy Story Land
(JPEG Version)
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| 30 Jun, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Update on Proposed Expansion of Hong Kong Disneyland
(PDF Version)
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| 30 Jun, 2009 |
Tourism Fact Sheets | Human Swine Influenza Situation in Hong Kong - Messages for Visitors and the Travel Trade
(PDF Version)
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| 26 Jun, 2009 |
Press Statement | Suspension of "A Symphony of Lights"
(PDF Version)
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| 26 Jun, 2009 |
Press Statement | Funding Applications invited for the Mega Events Fund
(PDF Version)
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| 26 Jun, 2009 |
Press Statement | Appointments to Board of Ocean Park Corporation
(PDF Version)
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| 21 Jun, 2009 |
Press Statement | "A Symphony of Lights" suspended tonight
(PDF Version)
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| 17 Jun, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ20: Training courses organised by Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong
(PDF Version)
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| 15 Jun, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Discussion Paper: Proposals to amend the Travel Agents Ordinance (Specification of Fund Levy) Notice (Cap. 218D) and the Travel Industry Compensation Fund Rules (Cap. 218E & F)
(PDF Version)
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| 15 Jun, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Information Paper: Tourism Co-operation between Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta Region
(PDF Version)
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| 12 Jun, 2009 |
Press Statement | Government appoints chairman and members of Mega Events Fund Assessment Committee
(PDF Version)
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| 11 Jun, 2009 |
Speeches | Speech by the Under Secretary for Commerce & Economic Development (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 10 Jun, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ19: Impact of financial tsunami and Influenza A (H1N1) on travel and related industries
(PDF Version)
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| 10 Jun, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ2: Operation of Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong
(PDF Version)
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| Jun, 2009 |
Tourism Fact Sheets | Hong Kong: The Facts - Tourism
(PDF Version)
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| 29 May, 2009 |
Speeches | Speech by Commissioner for Tourism at Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Industry Association annual dinner (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 27 May, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ17: Waiver of travel agents' licence fee
(PDF Version)
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| 25 May, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Discussion Paper:
Development of a New Cruise Terminal at Kai Tak
(PDF Version)
Enclosure 1: PWP Item No. 736 CL - Site formation for Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Development
(PDF Version)
Annex: The plan of the proposed works
(PDF Version)
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| 21 May, 2009 |
Speeches | Speech by Commissioner for Tourism at 2nd International Conference on Impact of Movies and Television on Tourism (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 20 May, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ18: Aberdeen Tourism Project
(PDF Version)
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| 20 May, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ2: New cruise terminal at Kai Tak
(PDF Version)
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| 13 May, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ15: Unlicensed operation of travel agents' businesses
(PDF Version)
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| 13 May, 2009 |
Speeches | Speech by Commissioner for Tourism at Asia Funeral Expo 2009 (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
The Commissioner for Tourism, Miss Margaret Fong, addresses the opening ceremony of the Asia Funeral Expo 2009. (English Version Only)
(JPEG Version)
Miss Fong visits the booth of an exhibitor and gets a briefing on the company's products which include paper coffins. (English Version Only)
(JPEG Version)
Miss Fong visits the booth of an exhibitor and gets a briefing on the company's products which include gold coated coffins. (English Version Only)
(JPEG Version)
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| 08 May, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Finance Committee Discussion Paper: New Item "Mega Events Fund"
(PDF Version)
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| 06 May, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ6: Promote cruise tourism
(PDF Version)
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| 27 Apr, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Discussion Paper: Aberdeen Tourism Project
(PDF Version)
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| 23 Apr, 2009 |
District Council Papers | Southern District Council Paper - "Aberdeen Tourism Project" (Chinese Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 22 Apr, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ13: Services for cruise travellers visiting Hong Kong
(PDF Version)
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| 28 Mar, 2009 |
Press Statement | "A Symphony of Lights" suspended today
(PDF Version)
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| 27 Mar, 2009 |
Press Statement | SCED and Yu Pang-lin meets to exchange views on restoration of Bruce Lee's former residence
(PDF Version)
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| 06 Mar, 2009 |
Press Statement | Full steam ahead for Kai Tak cruise terminal project
(PDF Version)
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| 04 Mar, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ9: Gifts of precious species from the Mainland to the Ocean Park
(PDF Version)
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| 25 Feb, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ9: Measures to assist tourism industry
(PDF Version)
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| 20 Feb, 2009 |
Speeches | Speech by Commissioner for Tourism at 2009 Hong Kong Tourism Overview (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 18 Feb, 2009 |
Speeches | CE's speech at Dinner Reception and Launch Ceremony for Japan-Hong Kong Tourism Exchange Year in Tokyo (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, dots the lion's eyes at the Launch Ceremony for the Japan-HK Tourism Exchange Year today (February 18). (English Version Only)
(JPEG Version)
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, speaks at the Launch Ceremony for the Japan-HK Tourism Exchange Year. (English Version Only)
(JPEG Version)
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| 18 Feb, 2009 |
Speeches | CE's speech at the MEHK Office Launch Luncheon in Tokyo (English Version Only)
(PDF Version)
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| 17 Feb, 2009 |
Press Statement | SCED welcomes revitalising historic buildings for nurturing creative sector and promoting tourism
(PDF Version)
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| 26 Jan, 2009 |
Speeches | FS's speech at Chinese New Year Night Parade
(PDF Version)
The Financial Secretary, Mr John C Tsang, officiated at the opening ceremony of "2009 Cathay Pacific International Chinese New Year Night Parade" in Tsim Sha Tsui this evening (January 26). Picture shows Mr Tsang addressing the ceremony.
(JPEG Version)
Mr Tsang officiates at the kick-off ceremony.
(JPEG Version)
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| 22 Jan, 2009 |
Press Statement | Re-appointments to Advisory Committee on Cruise Industry
(PDF Version)
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| 21 Jan, 2009 |
Press Statement | Tourism Commission co-ordinates preparations for Chinese New Year Golden Week
(PDF Version)
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| 20 Jan, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Information Paper:
"Refund Protection Scheme (Registered Shops) for Mainland China's Inbound Tour Group Shoppers"
(PDF Version)
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| 14 Jan, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ3: Development of a Bruce Lee memorial hall
(PDF Version)
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| 13 Jan, 2009 |
LegCo Business | Legislative Council Panel on Economic Development Information Paper: Hong Kong Tourism Board Work Plan for 2009-10
(PDF Version)
Annex:
Hong Kong Tourism Board
Work Plan for 2009-10
(PDF Version)
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| 07 Jan, 2009 |
LegCo Business | LCQ14: Sightseeing facilities in Aberdeen
(PDF Version)
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