Hong Kong is ‘natural gateway’ to mainland China’s sports fan base: Rosanna Law

Hong Kong is ‘natural gateway’ to mainland China’s sports fan base: Rosanna Law

Hong Kong is perfectly positioned for sports investors interested in collaborating with mainland China, the city’s sports minister Rosanna Law Shuk-pui said on Thursday. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the World Football Summit, hosted at the city’s AsiaWorld-Expo, Law highlighted the successful summer events hosted by Hong Kong as evidence that it could consider…

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Hong Kong could attract big spenders ‘with global sports events for various ages’

Hong Kong could attract big spenders ‘with global sports events for various ages’

Hong Kong could attract more high-spending visitors by hosting international sporting games for young, middle-aged and elderly competitors, a think tank has said, calling on authorities to establish a certification system to help fund innovative and emerging events. Our Hong Kong Foundation on Thursday released a research report on developing the city into a “mega…

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Editorial | As Hong Kong hosts more mega-events, a tougher crackdown on scalping is needed

Editorial | As Hong Kong hosts more mega-events, a tougher crackdown on scalping is needed

The demand-supply imbalance in tickets for concerts and other popular shows often breeds scalping activities. It also sets the stage for scammers taking advantage of desperate fans scrambling for tickets at inflated prices. The Hong Kong authorities must strengthen the law and enforcement as the newly commissioned stadium in Kai Tak and other venues draw…

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