Policy Address

Chapter VIII    Promote the Integrated Development of Culture, Sports and Tourism

174. The Government will continue to advance the integrated development of culture, sports and tourism, generating fresh economic momentum and raising Hong Kong's global appeal.

(A) East-meets-West Centre for International Cultural Exchange

175. The Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (CSTB) published the Blueprint for Arts and Culture and Creative Industries Development last year, setting out clear directions for the long-term development of arts and cultural policies to consolidate Hong Kong's position as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. We will develop a premium arts trading hub and promote the diverse development of the West Kowloon Cultural District (WKCD) and local cultural and creative industries. We will also refocus the performance venues, develop flagship arts and cultural projects, intensify promotion of intangible cultural heritage (ICH), and introduce commercial elements to enrich LCSD facilities and events.