Brussels ETO Supports 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Antwerp, Celebrating Cultural Ties and Team Spirit.

Brussels ETO promotes cultural heritage at 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Antwerp, Belgium

Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels (Brussels ETO) supported the 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival (the Festival) in Antwerp, Belgium, organised by Rotary Antwerp International and Rotary Antwerp West. The event was successfully held on May 9 (Antwerp time).

Speaking at the Festival, Deputy Representative of the Brussels ETO, Mr Kasper Ng, remarked that the Brussels ETO is honored to continue its support for the Festival. This event has become an important symbol of the enduring friendship and cultural ties between Hong Kong and Belgium.

Mr Ng congratulated the winning teams at the Festival and noted that the spirit of unity, courage and perseverance displayed in dragon boat racing echoes the values emphasized by the Hong Kong "Lion Rock Spirit". This highlights that teamwork and perseverance are essential elements for success. He also encouraged the audience to explore Hong Kong's rich and diverse mega events and to experience the city's vibrancy cultural celebrations.

The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Antwerp, Belgium, is one of the most representative and highly anticipated annual events in the local community, attracting around 7 000 paddlers and spectators each year. This year, the Brussels ETO supported three teams competing under the name "Hong Kong Dragons".

Brussels ETO promotes cultural heritage at 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Antwerp, Belgium Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Brussels ETO promotes cultural heritage at 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Antwerp, Belgium Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Brussels ETO promotes cultural heritage at 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Antwerp, Belgium Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects suspected cases of illegal importing of animals

Hong Kong Customs today (May 11) detected two suspected cases of illegal importing of animals at the Lok Ma Chau Spur Line Control Point. Six suspected illegally imported live cats with a total estimated market value of about $60,000 were seized.

Customs officers today intercepted a 59-year-old incoming male passenger and a 41-year-old incoming female passenger at the Arrival Hall of the Control Point. Upon examination, three live cats were seized from each of their rucksacks, and they were subsequently arrested. The cases were handed over to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department for follow-up investigation.

Customs reminds the public that importing animals into Hong Kong without a valid permit is an offence.

Under the Rabies Regulation, any person found guilty of illegally importing animals, carcasses or animal products is liable to a maximum fine of $50,000 and imprisonment for one year.

Hong Kong Customs detects suspected cases of illegal importing of animals Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects suspected cases of illegal importing of animals Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases