Hong Kong Film Gala Launches in Vietnam, Showcasing Acclaimed Productions and Engaging Local Audiences

Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema

Co-organised by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Singapore (Singapore ETO) and the Asian Film Awards Academy (AFAA), the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation - Vietnam (the Gala Presentation) opened today (November 6) in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), marking its first edition in Vietnam. The event is financially supported by the Film Development Fund (FDF), the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) and the Singapore ETO, with assistance from local partners, the Hong Kong Business Association Vietnam (HKBAV), Galaxy Cinema and Trigger Film Academy.

The Gala Presentation showcases a curated selection of four recent and acclaimed Hong Kong productions across diverse genres - action, drama and documentary - namely "Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In", "Stuntman", "Four Trails" and "Last Song for You", aiming to promote the vibrancy and creativity of Hong Kong cinema to Vietnamese audiences. Adding star power to the occasion, renowned Hong Kong actors Sammo Hung and Louis Koo travelled to HCMC to lend their support and engage with local film enthusiasts.

In his opening remarks, the Director of the Singapore ETO, Mr Owin Fung, said, "To further strengthen Hong Kong films' international presence, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has introduced the Hong Kong-Europe-Asian Film Collaboration Funding Scheme under the FDF. The Scheme provides up to HK$9 million for each eligible co-production between Hong Kong filmmakers and their Asian or European counterparts, enabling Hong Kong films to go global, as well as achieving in-depth cultural exchanges and mutual learning."

Mr Fung added, "Over the past three years, films funded by the CCIDA through the FDF have accounted for nearly 30 per cent of Hong Kong's total box-office receipts - a testament to the effectiveness of government support. As announced in 'The Chief Executive's 2025 Policy Address', the CCIDA will continue to enhance publicity, exchanges, and business-matching efforts in both the Chinese Mainland and overseas markets to help Hong Kong filmmakers expand their reach."

More than 250 guests attended the screening of the opening film, "Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In", and a pre-screening reception. Distinguished attendees included the Consul-General of the People's Republic of China in HCMC, Mr Tang Li; the Deputy Director-General of the Department of Foreign Affairs in HCMC, Mr Tran Xuan Thuy; the Chairman of the AFAA and the Hong Kong Film Development Council, Dr Wilfred Wong; the Executive Director of the AFAA, Ms Josie Lin; the Chairman of the HKBAV, Mr Michael Chiu, representatives from HCMC's Department of Culture and Sports; as well as members of the local business and cultural communities.

Before the screening, the film's lead actors Hung and Koo joined an engaging sharing session with local audience members in the cinema, where they shared their filming experiences and their impressions of the visit and exchanges with Vietnamese film lovers. Director Herbert Leung of "Stuntman" will also meet with industry professionals, students and cinema enthusiasts during his stay in Vietnam. The Gala Presentation was held at Galaxy Sala in Thiso Mall Sala Shopping Center, one of the newest and largest cultural and entertainment hubs in the heart of HCMC.

The Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation - Vietnam runs until November 8. For details, please visit www.afa-academy.com.

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Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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DGCA attends the 11th Airline Operations Safety Symposium in Zhoushan

The Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Ms Clara Wong, yesterday (November 10) led a Civil Aviation Department (CAD) delegation to attend the 11th Airline Operations Safety Symposium in Zhoushan. The two-day symposium is one of the initiatives under the US-China Aviation Cooperation Program. It serves as an important platform for exchanges and co-operation in areas including aviation safety, flight standards and airworthiness. The Chief Engineer of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), Mr Zhu Weimin, and the President of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Macao Special Administrative Region, Mr Stanley Pun, also attended.

This year's symposium focused on maintenance safety and quality control. More than 200 representatives from regulatory authorities, aircraft and component manufacturers, maintenance organisations and the industry attended. The experts discussed and shared insights on topics including aircraft maintenance safety and quality control; safety management systems in maintenance organisations; and the exploration and application of relevant innovative technologies.

In her keynote speech, Ms Wong said that Hong Kong's aircraft maintenance team has built rich expertise over the years. With professional aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services, they have earned the recognition of airlines worldwide and obtained aircraft maintenance organisation approvals from various civil aviation authorities. Looking ahead, CAD will maintain a close and longstanding partnership with the CAAC and other civil aviation authorities, thereby promoting the safe and healthy development of the industry. At the same time, CAD will continue to leverage its unique advantages of enjoying the strong support of the motherland while being closely connected to the world, actively integrate into the nation's civil aviation development strategy, proactively align with the National 15th Five-Year Plan Outline and promote the synergistic and collaborative development of aviation resources between the Mainland and Hong Kong, thereby contributing to the advancement of the nation's aviation industry to a higher level, underpinned by safe and efficient operations.

Ms Wong will return to Hong Kong this afternoon (November 11).

DGCA attends the 11th Airline Operations Safety Symposium in Zhoushan Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

DGCA attends the 11th Airline Operations Safety Symposium in Zhoushan Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

DGCA attends the 11th Airline Operations Safety Symposium in Zhoushan Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases