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Hong Kong Premieres Six AI-Assisted Animations at Future Animation Support Scheme Sharing Seminar

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Hong Kong Premieres Six AI-Assisted Animations at Future Animation Support Scheme Sharing Seminar
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Hong Kong Premieres Six AI-Assisted Animations at Future Animation Support Scheme Sharing Seminar

2026-07-17 18:58 Last Updated At:07-19 15:48

Premiere and Experience Sharing Seminar of 3rd Future Animation - AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme sponsored by CCIDA held

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, the Premiere and Experience Sharing Seminar of the 3rd Future Animation - AI-assisted Animation Production Support Scheme (Future Animation Scheme) was held today (July 17). Six AI-assisted original animations were premiered in Hong Kong, showcasing the innovative achievements of the local industry in animation production.

Speaking at the event, Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Miss Yvonne Ip said that the Future Animation Scheme assists local talent in transforming innovative ideas into high-quality animation content and entertainment intellectual properties by applying AI technology. The Government will continue to collaborate with the industry to help creators enhance their professional capabilities and explore international markets, enhancing the influence and competitiveness of Hong Kong's digital entertainment industry in the global creative landscape.

The Future Animation Scheme aims to support the local animation industry in achieving breakthroughs and innovation in animation production. Each selected company can receive a maximum subsidy of $850,000 to produce a 15 to 20-minute AI-assisted original animation, as well as professional mentoring by industry experts. Selected companies also participated in the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Market in France in June this year, where they showcased their creations and connected with international buyers at the Hong Kong Pavilion to explore global business opportunities. At today's experience-sharing seminar, representatives from the six participating companies shared their creative journeys and insights, as well as their experiences and achievements at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Market.

This edition of the Future Animation Scheme brought together local talent from Hong Kong's animation and film industries, including local film directors, and successfully nurturedsix AI-assisted original animations. Among them,three outstanding works - "Tai Lung Fung - Full Throttle Kitchen", "Tuen Mun vs. Tin Shui Wai", and "Cirkillation" - were awarded the "Jury's Choice" Award.

For more information about the 3rd Future Animation - AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme, please visit

futureanimation.com.hk/en/home-en.

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, the Premiere and Experience Sharing Seminar of the 3rd Future Animation - AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme was held today (July 17). Photo shows Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Miss Yvonne Ip (third left) and the Chairman of the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, Mr Gabriel Pang (fourth right), presenting the Jury's Choice Award to the representatives of the winning companies. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, the Premiere and Experience Sharing Seminar of the 3rd Future Animation - AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme was held today (July 17). Photo shows Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Miss Yvonne Ip (third left) and the Chairman of the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, Mr Gabriel Pang (fourth right), presenting the Jury's Choice Award to the representatives of the winning companies. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, the Premiere and Experience Sharing Seminar of the 3rd Future Animation - AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme was held today (July 17). Photo shows representatives from the participating companies sharing their creative journeys and insights. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, the Premiere and Experience Sharing Seminar of the 3rd Future Animation - AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme was held today (July 17). Photo shows representatives from the participating companies sharing their creative journeys and insights. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, the Premiere and Experience Sharing Seminar of the 3rd Future Animation - AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme was held today (July 17). Photo shows Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Miss Yvonne Ip (back row, seventh right) and industry guests attending the premiere. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, the Premiere and Experience Sharing Seminar of the 3rd Future Animation - AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme was held today (July 17). Photo shows Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Miss Yvonne Ip (back row, seventh right) and industry guests attending the premiere. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York (New York ETO) continues to support the 36th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in New York (HKDBF-NY), a role it has held since founding the festival in 1990.

This year's festival marks the 40th anniversary of Hong Kong's gift of teak wood dragon boats to citiesacross North America, including New York City, introducing this centuries-old Chinese tradition to the continent. This legacy takes centre stage this weekend with a special invitational race to commemorate the anniversary, alongside a display of the traditional teak wood dragon boats for visitors throughout the weekend.

At the festival opening ceremony on August 8 (New York time), the Director of the New York ETO, Ms Maisie Ho, reflected on this legacy and how the HKDBF-NY, one of New York City's largest multicultural festivals, has brought people together for 36 years, proving that sport has a unique power to connect and unite people.

Ms Ho said the festival is a celebration of heritage, resilience and teamwork, noting that the vigour, determination and camaraderie shown by the competing athletes reflect the same qualities that define Hong Kong – a cosmopolitan and vibrant gateway city that connects business, talent and ideas, while remaining firmly rooted in its cultural heritage.

Ms Ho added that the festival is a testament to the enduring friendship between Hong Kong and New York and the United States, fostering mutual understanding and strengthening cultural and people-to-people ties. "Our office remains committed to building on this relationship in the years ahead," she said.

This weekend's festivities also coincide with a milestone moment for dragon boating worldwide, as the International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) recently relocated its global headquarters back to Hong Kong in July, marking a homecoming to the birthplace of the modern dragon boat movement. The IDBF's World Dragon Boat Racing Championships will also return to Hong Kong next year for the first time since 1997. Ms Ho noted that this development was a vote of confidence in Hong Kong as a world-class hub for international sport.

Ahead of the race weekend, Ms Ho and representatives of the festival's major sponsors gathered in Hudson Yards on July 15 for the traditional "awakening" ceremony, dotting the eyes of the dragons in a ritual believed to bring good fortune to the racers. Then on August 7, the festival's organising committee took the celebration to Wall Street, ringing the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange, a nod to the festival's place in New York's cultural and sporting calendar.

Over the two-day festival, more than 170 teams and over 1 800 paddlers battled for the podium in front of a strong crowd. Beyond the races, the New York ETO had a festival booth to promote Hong Kong to visitors. Visitors all enjoyed delectable Hong Kong street food, vibrant cultural and musical performances, alongside martial arts and arts and crafts demonstrations throughout the festival grounds.

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

New York ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant culture at dragon boat festival Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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