Enter this years 30th annual hong kong book fair, a summer staple in the city where bookworms can pick up multilingual titles from 680 exhibitors from 39 countries, often for steep discounts organizers yesterday announced the lineup for this years fest, which will be held from the 17th. Hong kong convention and exhibition centre 1 expo drive, wan chai, hong kong. Organised by the hktdc, the hong kong international tea fair takes place at the hkcec, offering a wide range of tea leaves, processed tea and tea products, tea packaging, teaware, tea technology and other tearelated products to buyers from all over the world. Hong kong international diamond, gem and pearl show opens today at asiaworldexpo 22 feb 2018 hong kong international diamond, gem and pearl show. Hong kong bookseller sentencing sends chilling warning to. Each year, hktdc organises more than 30 exhibitions in hong kong, from which form the 11 largest marketplaces of their kind in asia, including five that are the largest in the world, attracting. The department of culture and tourism abu dhabi has postponed the 30th edition of abu dhabi international book fair, which was scheduled to take place on 15 until 21 april 2020, at the abu dhabi national exhibition center, until 23 to 29 may 2021. Of all the things we see, which do we notice, and which elude. Hktdc traderelated events, conferences, workshops and. The hong kong international film festival hkiff is the regions oldest and largest film festivals of its kind in asia. Hong kong s largest fashion sourcing event, featuring the biggest selection of bags and sportswear. Hong kong bookseller gui minhai jailed for 10 years in china.
Hktdc hong kong electronics fair spring edition events. The exhibition is divided into several themed zones representing various sectors in the world of publishing and ensuring that the hongkong book fair keeps up with trends in the industry. The hong kong international film festival 2018 cinema festival film. Get an eyeful of traditional chinese architecture in ngong ping village, then take the tram to the tippitytop of victoria peak for unparalleled views. Two books presented by the cup during this years hong kong book fair, a collection of photos taken by li zhensheng during the mainlands cultural revolution from 1966 to 1976, and a. January 2019, about 265 exhibitors and 21871 visitors on the hong kong international stationery fair in hong kong. The 2018 taipei international book exhibition in photos. Come and see for yourself our engaging, collaborative and. Morocco, as a guest of honor, will take this opportunity at the 2018 beijing international book fair to showcase its graceful, distinctive culture, to introduce its talented writers and outstanding publications, the ministry said in a statement.
Delectable dim sum, floating islands, and a oneofakind skyline are just some of hong kongs unique features. China sentences hong kong bookseller gui minhai to 10. In this digital age, we have become so accustomed to constant imagery, but do we really see. The hong kong book fair cultural events advisory panel selected. Hong kongs fur clothing exports, despite the titfortat tariffs on fur imposed by both the us and mainland china, soared by % in the first half of 2019, after a 12% growth in 2018 and a 7% growth in 2017. The hong kong book fair was held on 1824 july at hkcec, wan chai.
Import and export trade industry in hong kong hktdc. The fourteenth edition of entertainment expo hong kong opens 19 march and continues to 15 april. The book fair will feature an international lineup of writers sharing their insights at. Hong kong international stationery fair hong kong 2020. Hong kongs port was ranked the seventh busiest container port in the world in 2018, trailing shanghai, singapore, ningbozhoushan, shenzhen, guangzhou and busan. Haruki murakamis new novel declared indecent by hong. As hong kong manufacturers are diversifying their production activities to other lowcost countries, the offshore trading pattern is expected to reflect the move. China sentences hong kong bookseller gui minhai to 10 years. Now in its 42nd year, the pioneering film festival is back with a versatile programme containing over 250 quality films from more than 55 countries, which will be screened in various cultural venues in hong kong.
Morocco to showcase culture at beijing international book fair. Frankfurter buchmesse gmbh cannot be held accountable for the content, completeness or accuracy of information entered. Hong kong international tea fairthe hong kong international tea fair offers a wide range of tea leaves, processed tea and tea products, tea packaging, teaware, and other tearelated products to buyers from all over the world. On the whole the organisers welcomed on the 4 days of the fair, from 07. Hong kong book fair 2020 will be held from 1521 july at hong kong exhibition and convention centre. Feb 25, 2020 a chinese court has sentenced the swedish bookseller gui minhai to 10 years in prison for providing intelligence overseas, deepening diplomatic tensions as sweden demanded that china release. Hong kongs largest fashion sourcing event, featuring the biggest selection of bags and sportswear. Young writers to share creative journeys at hong kong book fair. In 2017 visitor numbers fell just shy of one million, and in 2018. Hong kong international school hkis is a leading place of learning that inspires a socially engaged community of collaborative, creative and resilient learners dedicated to realizing their full potential. English novels tell stories about life and historymark oneillhong kong, july 3, 2018 acn newswire the 29th edition of the hong kong book. Exhibitors and products at the fair take advantage of the exhibitor search to find the companies which could be of interest to you.
Inside, its a treasure trove of limited edition comics, figures and other collectibles from hong kong, japan and farther afield. Hong kong book fair hong kong 2020 trade shows 2018, 2019. Hong kong to macau by ferry or bus via sea bridge the. In new york, amidst the current pandemic demobilizing our cities, denny dimin gallery in new york mounts hong kong tales of the city, a panoramic showcase of hong kong video art, copresented with videotage. The hong kong book fair ended its sevenday run on tuesday with a record 1. It is where sourcing pros from around the world go for everything fashionrelated. Hong kongs annual book fair blasts off with science fiction theme. Martin is an early hit at 30th annual book fair as well as freedom is, a collection from the extradition. Hong kong convention and exhibition centre the worlds leading showcase of innovative electronics products the hktdc hong kong electronics fair 2018 autumn edition features over. At a press conference held today, the hktdc revealed the. In new york, amidst the current pandemic demobilizing our cities, denny dimin gallery in new york mounts hong kong tales of the city, a panoramic showcase of hong kong video art. The hong kong international stationery fair takes place annually, and therefore for the 21st time previsibly in january 2021 in hong kong. Hong kong photographic culture association limited is financially supported by the art development matching grants scheme of the government of the hong kong. Reexports, accounting for nearly all fur clothing exports from hong kong, also rose by % for the same period.
Come and see for yourself our engaging, collaborative and challenging learning environment. Hong kong international optical fair opens in november. Enter this years 30th annual hong kong book fair, a summer staple in the city where bookworms can pick up multilingual titles from 680 exhibitors from 39 countries, often for steep discounts. Though, in another, realer sense, its also quite expensive. In dhls global connectedness index gci released in 2018, hong kongs ranking in terms of the depth of global connectedness in 2017 was second best in the world, after singapore. Feb 25, 2020 hong kong a court in china has sentenced to 10 years in prison a hong kongbased book publisher with swedish citizenship whose secretive detention in china ignited international controversy. Speakers also mention the events dynamism and interactive atmosphere. Hong kong book fair hong kong 2020 trade shows 2018. Can the 2019 hong kong book fair beat last years 1. Hong kong macau ferry terminal along connaught road central, sheung wan area in hong kong island. Serving hong kongs local and international communities since 1986, the american international school nurtures confident, caring, and wellrounded students, from early childhood through elementary, middle, and high school. Hong kong book fair is an international book fair and has established itself as a platform for cultural exchange, not just for hongkong but the globe as a whole. Ict expo and international lighting fair open in april. Haruki murakamis new novel declared indecent by hong kong.
One is located in hong kong island, another in kowloon, and one just next to the hong kong international airport. This year, vinexpo has been postponed to 810 july 2020 at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre to support the business development of the sector in the best. Hong kong a court in china has sentenced to 10 years in prison a hong kongbased book publisher with swedish citizenship whose secretive detention in. Science fiction and reasoning literature hong kong book fair exhibits the products such as books and publications, childrens and teens books, religious. Hong kong book fair jul 2020, hong kong trade show 10times. Hong kong book fair hong kong 2020 trade fair dates. Traderelated events, conferences, workshops and exhibitions.
Israel and china from the tang dynasty to silicon wadi by hktdc. Are we able to see images as reflections of the political thoughts and aesthetic judgements of their creators. Hong kong has three terminals where you can board a ferry bound for macau. The move is a precautionary measure to protect public health. File a customer holds a banned book featuring a photo of chinese president xi jinping on its cover, at a booth at the annual lunar new year market in hong kong, feb. Welcome to vinexpo hong kong 2020 from 08 to 10 july 2020. Smalux will beat the 2018 hk international lighting fair. Hong kong bookseller gui minhai jailed for 10 years in. The california international antiquarian book fair is recognized as one of the worlds largest and most prestigious exhibitions of antiquarian books featuring the collections and rare treasures of 200 booksellers from over 20 different countries. This article is an adapted excerpt from wasserstroms upcoming book. Hong kong university of science and technology bachelor of business administration bba professional accounting. Launched over 20 years ago, vinexpo hong kong is the most renowned international trade show for professionals in the wine and spirits industry throughout the asiapacific region.
The california international antiquarian book fair is recognized as one of the worlds largest and most prestigious exhibitions of antiquarian books featuring the collections and rare treasures of 200 booksellers from over 20. I agree that the above information may be used by the hong kong trade development council hktdc for incorporation in its database for sending the information of hong kong book fair to me, and for direct marketing productsservices of hktdc. Are we able to tell what is interpreted as truth and what is shaped into one. Hong kong international literary festival in partnership with asia miles is proud to host bestselling author and master of satire david sedaris with our venue partner asia society. Young writers to share creative journeys at hong kong book. Hong kong s fur clothing exports, despite the titfortat tariffs on fur imposed by both the us and mainland china, soared by % in the first half of 2019, after a 12% growth in 2018 and a 7% growth in 2017. The now regular japan pavilion and international cultural village will be big. This year, vinexpo has been postponed to 810 july 2020 at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre to support the business development of the sector in the best sanitary conditions. Running july 1723 the 30th hong kong book fair, organised by the hong. As asias business hub, tradefair capital and convention hub, hong kong attracts plenty of international buyers, suppliers and companies to participate in the range of events taking place here. The hong kong book fair 2020 details china highlights. In 2018, there were 670 exhibitors, and the attendance was close to 1,000,000. Hong kong video art lands in new york city cobo social.