Hong Kong Book Fair and Hong Kong Sports & Leisure Expo will re-open

23 July 2017- The Hong Kong Observatory will consider issuing Strong Wind Signal, No. 3 before 2 p.m. Hong Kong Book Fair and Hong Kong Sports & Leisure Expo will re-open to the public two hours after the Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 is cancelled. The Hong Kong Book Fair closing time will remain as 10pm while the Hong Kong Sports & Leisure Expo closing time will be extended to 10pm. Exhibitors are reminded to return to their booths before the fair re-opens to the public.

Admission tickets for today can be used during the remaining fair days. Alternatively, ticket holders can request a refund upon presentation of unused valid tickets. VIP tickets and complimentary tickets are not eligible for refunds. Refund arrangements will be announced on the Book Fair Web-site (www.hkbookfair.com).

Media Enquiries

Please contact the HKTDC's Communication and Public Affairs Department:

Billy Ng                  Tel: (852) 2584 4393                   Email: billy.km.ng@hktdc.org

Sunny Ng               Tel: (852) 2584 4357                   Email: sunny.sl.ng@hktdc.org

Joshua Cheng       Tel: (852) 2584 4395                   Email: joshua.cp.cheng@hktdc.org

Media Registration: Media representatives wishing to cover the event may register on-site with their business cards and/or media identification.

To view press releases in Chinese, please visit http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc

About the HKTDC

Established in 1966, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body dedicated to creating opportunities for Hong Kong’s businesses. With more than 40 offices globally, including 13 on the Chinese mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a platform for doing business with China, Asia and the world. With 50 years of experience, the HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to provide companies, particularly SMEs, with business opportunities on the mainland and in international markets, while providing information via trade publications, research reports and digital channels including the media room. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus