There was a book launch held in english when i visited. Hong kong book fair, 29th hong kong book fair 2018. All visitors are requested to note the emergency measures under the following situations. Asias largest electronics fair open to trade visitors only hong kong book fair july 15 21, 2020. Asias largest houseware event, the hong kong houseware fair brings over 2,100 exhibitors together under one roof. Hong kong electronics fair autumn edition 16 october 2017 hong kong convention and exhibition centre. Our hong kong show, held at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre, features premier galleries from asia and beyond. Hong kong bookseller gui minhai sentenced in china to 10 years jail hong kong coronavirus. 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. A major event, last years showcase of the latest pageturners attracted more than one million attendees and included some 360 cultural events to promote reading. The consulate general of france in hong kong and macau participated in the hong kong book fair 2016 from 20 to 26 july this year. The 27th hong kong book fair opens next month hktdc. Over 20,000 visitors are looking forward to talking to you about study abroad possibilities.
In its 27 th edition, the fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc with more than 600 exhibitors from some 30 countries and regions expected to take part, including newcomers from chile, germany, indonesia, iran, portugal. Entering its 27th edition this year, the fair continues to present a vast variety of publications and over. The 2016 hong kong book fair, the most important event in the citys literary calendar, opened its doors on wednesday to familiar long queues and hordes of. International education fair hongkong china educationfair.
Chrissie chau kicked out of the hong kong book fair cnn. Trade shows worldwide hong kong hong kong 20202021. From sara wheelers adventure in antarctic to tim moores travel riding across europe on a bicycle, and from sophie hannahs rewriting of agatha christies legendary detective characters to her poetry work on modern marriage and everyday experiences, the british writers events organised by the british council and the partners. Chinas economic adjustment after three miracle decades michael pettis duration. Celebrated authors from around the world took part in the 27th edition of the hktdc hong kong book fair.
The organiser, the hktdc, has always been striving to promote local reading culture. The first hong kong book fair was held in 1990 and this year it is its 27th year. This spring harvest list may attract international attention on the early books from the past months. Hong kong public libraries reading activities of hong. For one week, residents of hk flock to the convention centre to browse and purchase a huge variety of cantonese and english books. Asias biggest toy fair, the second largest in the world, delivers a firstmover advantage to buyers. On this years edition, it will attend exhibitors and visitors from all over the world. The hong kong book fair was held from 15 to 21 of july at hkcec, wan chai.
Tracing a 7th century chinese monks journey to india. Subscribe book fair news the format of the email address provided is incorrect 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. Hktdc hong kong book fair july 2017 china expo fair. 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 twin fairs are going to welcome over 4,100 exhibitors to show their sophisticated electronics products to a world of buyers.
Whether youre a bibliophile or a causal reader, hong kong book fair is sure to please. Sports and leisure expo to debut alongside hong kong book fair. Most of these tend to be about publishing, books, literature, library, linguistics and reading. The hktdc hong kong electronics fair 2017 autumn edition features over 3,600 exhibitors from the globe. The hong kong book fair has decided to ban publicity activities which they deem indecent and crass, in particular, lang mo book signings. On 15,16,19 and 20 of july the book fair opened until 22. Hong kong book fair 2020 all you need to know before you. Hong kong book fair 2016 highlights wuxia warriors the hong kong book fairs theme this year is chinese martial arts literature, the kind that inspired crouching tiger, hidden dragon.
The 27th hktdc hong kong book fair opens next month. Last year, lang mo photo albums at the hong kong book fair were the talk of the town, drawing crazy huge crowds whenever the leng mo had a book signing. Interest in home decoration is at an alltime high as consumers are valuing their time at home more. On the 17,18 of july the book fair opened until midnight.
Hong kong book fair 2020 will be held from 1521 july at hong kong exhibition and convention centre. Author kelly yang will share her passion for reading and writing, at this years hktdc hong kong book fair, 1622 july. Hong kong book fair young post south china morning post. The annual hong kong book fair is held at the hkcec in wan chai each summer. Hktdc hong kong book fair represents one of the most important international exhibition for books, magazines, teaching books, topographical maps, which will take place in hong kong. This event is targeted at graduating high school studentd and senior university students who are looking for bachelor, master and postgraduate studies at top universities around the world. The fair has become an annual major event in hong kong with the number of visitors reaching new high every year. The hong kong international stationery fair will take place on 4 days from monday, 11. At first glance, hong kong seems an enviable hub for bibliophiles. French writers at hong kong book fair 2016 consulat. The hktdc hong kong houseware fair and the concurrent hktdc hong kong international home textiles and furnishings fair are set to return with some 2,500 exhibitors, providing the perfect onestop solution for all your sourcing needs in 2018. The upcoming 31 st edition will continue to provide an excellent opportunity showcasing gifts and premium to a large number of international buyers. In its 27th edition, the fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc. Make connections with leading tech developers, suppliers and innovative.
The 20th annual international education fair in hongkong is scheduled to take place on and 14 may 2017. Following the onset of the novel coronavirus, the board of the hkilf has decided to postpone the young readers festival 2020, scheduled for early march, until. I went to hong kong several times on business in 2016. Hong kong book fair hong kong 2020 trade fair dates. The status of hktdc hong kong electronics fair autumn edition and the concurrent electronicasia as the worlds largest electronics marketplace is evident in 2016. The hong kong book fair is one of the worlds largest and most famous international book fairs. Hong kong international stationery fair hong kong 2021. The measures will be implemented should there be a tropical cyclone commonly known as typhoon or black rainstorm warning signal during the hktdc hong kong book fair 2019 and the hong kong. Over 300 cultural events including seminars and sessions with authors and renowned writers from east and west. School closures in hong kong extended until april 20. Hong kong, june 28, 2016 acn newswire an annual cultural highlight, the hong kong book fair will run from 2026 july at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre. The 20 korean food fair takes place in hong kong at wonderful worlds of whampao on the 22nd and 23rd november, 20. The event is organized by the hong kong trade development council, a statutory body that organizes over 30 trade fairs each year to promote hong kong as a platform for doing business. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of bookworms flock to the hong kong book fair.
More information regarding the 6th edition in 2020 will be coming soon. The annual exhibition at the city hall organized by the hong kong publishing federation could be regarded as the predecessor of the hong kong book fair. The attendance of more than 28,000 buyers from 115 countries and regions contributed to the success of the 2015 event and is also testament to the. 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. Calendars online and print friendly for any year and month. Visitors with valid hong kong book fair tickets dated 2125 july can also visit the hong kong sports and leisure expo. September hong kong jewellery and gem fair 2016 gevme. It provides buyers with an overview of the latest industry trends, revealing trendy, chic ideas fresh in the market. The hong kong book fair was held from 2026 july at hkcec, wan chai. September hong kong jewellery and gem fair 2016 powered by gevme event website. The eslite bookstore is located in hysan place in causeway bay and stays open late. Subscribe book fair news the format of the email address provided is incorrect 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.
A worldclass trading platform for nextgen electronics. There are no book fairs, and few if any bookstores because of. Hong kong, july 19, 2017 acn newswire the 28th hong kong book fair opened today and will run through 25 july at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre hkcec. Hkt e ducation hkte exhibited an array of elearning products at the twoday hong kong book fair 2016 at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre in july. Learn how the closer economic partnership arrangement cepa between the mainland and hong kong can put you on the path to success.
The original eslite bookstore is in taipei and stays open until 3 am or 4 am. The event, held 2026 july 2016 at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre. On the whole the organisers welcomed on the 4 days of the fair, from 07. How to do business in hong kong the business opportunities on the chinese mainland are more than a few steps closer if you start your venture from hong kong.
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