Hong Kong should up its game in sports law to nurture sector, chief justice says

Hong Kong should up its game in sports law to nurture sector, chief justice says

Hong Kong should improve its sports-related laws and regulations to better align with international standards and address the increasingly complex demands of the emerging sector, the chief justice has said. Andrew Cheung Kui-nung said on Saturday that bolstering the legal environment was crucial as sports had evolved into “a massive industry”. He cited competition rules,…

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Hong Kong to roll out pilot scheme for sports dispute resolution

Hong Kong to roll out pilot scheme for sports dispute resolution

A new pilot scheme to resolve sports disputes will be launched later this year, with authorities offering subsidies for arbitration between athletes and national sports associations, Hong Kong’s deputy justice minister has revealed. Deputy Secretary for Justice Horace Cheung Kwok-kwan said on Saturday the arbitration would mainly cover commercial disputes, such as match sponsorships, broadcasting…

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