Hong Kong Park to launch new phase of Arts Corner
A new phase of the Arts Corner will be launched by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) in Hong Kong Park starting from January 1, 2026. Park-goers can stop by a wide array of traditional and trendy handicrafts and arts services stalls while visiting the park.
The 26th phase of the Arts Corner in Hong Kong Park will run from January 1 till December 31 next year, and will be open from noon to 6pm on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays at the outdoor area near the Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware in the park. The Arts Corner comprises 10 stalls, displaying and selling various kinds of handicrafts and artistic works such as fabric crafts, handcrafted knitting and ornaments, as well as providing arts services including painting, portrait sketching and calligraphy.
"The Arts Corner aims to enhance public interest in arts, thereby enriching the arts atmosphere in Hong Kong," a spokesman for the department said.
In addition to the Arts Corner at Hong Kong Park, an Arts Fun Fair at Kowloon Park has also commenced.
The 27th phase of the Arts Fun Fair at Kowloon Parkis now open between 1pm and 7pm every Sunday and on public holidays. It will continue until May 31 next year at the park's Loggia. There are 13 stalls displaying and selling craftworks including floral artworks and ornaments, as well as arts services including painting and calligraphy.
"The Arts Corner has been well received in past years. Apart from stopping at the Arts Corner, park-goers can also visit other facilities in the parks," a spokesman for the department said.
For enquiries, please call 2521 5041 (Hong Kong Park) or 2724 3344 (Kowloon Park).
Hong Kong Park to launch new phase of Arts Corner Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Park to launch new phase of Arts Corner Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Retail banks fully launch Money Safe
The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB) announced today (December 30) that all retail banks (including digital banks) will have fully launched the Money Safe service for individual customers by or before December 31, and will embark on a series of publicity campaigns.
Money Safe is like setting up a safe within a bank account. Bank customers can specify the amount of deposits to be protected. When customers need to use the protected deposits, banks will conduct a face-to-face anti-scam verification with the customers, thus offering them a chance to carefully consider whether they have been scammed. Customers can transfer or withdraw the deposits only after completing the process.
Money Safe is suitable for all customer segments. For members of the public with bank deposits that they do not need to use in the near term, they may consider putting them under Money Safe protection. The HKMA will actively promote Money Safe in collaboration with the banking industry, including launching advertisements and various promotional campaigns, to help the public understand and make good use of this new service.
Deputy Chief Executive of the HKMA Mr Arthur Yuensaid, "Money Safe provides an additional layer of protection for deposits and is a highly useful anti-scam tool. Strengthening bank customers' ability to protect themselves is a crucial part of our anti-scam efforts. The HKMA will continue to collaborate with the banking sector, law enforcement agencies, and stakeholders to combat scams from all fronts. I urge the public to make full use of Money Safe while always remaining vigilant to prevent scams."
The Acting Chairperson of HKAB,Ms Rose Kay, said, "Enhancing customer protection is one of the HKAB's priorities this year. With all retail banks fully launching Money Safe, the banking industry will intensify the promotion to encourage wider adoption of Money Safe. The banking industry will continuously strengthen various anti-fraud measures and public education, joining hands with the HKMA and law enforcement agencies to combat scams."
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