SCST Attends Hong Kong Week 2026@Chengdu Events

SCST attends Hong Kong Week 2026@Chengdu events

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, attended the Hong Kong Week 2026@Chengdu's events in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, today (September 5).

In the morning, Miss Law officiated at the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong Toy Culture and IP Exhibition. Organised by the Hong Kong Brand Toy Association and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), the exhibition is being held at the Chengdu Global Center from today to September 13. Featuring four major zones, namely the Kung Fu Themed Zone, the Hong Kong Toy History Zone, the Hong Kong Designers Zone, and the Hong Kong Brand Toy Zone, the exhibition presents over 40 original art toy pieces by 27 Hong Kong designers/brands and creates a dialogue between the creative design cultures of Hong Kong and Chengdu, showcasing the spirit of innovative integration between the two cities.

In her address, Miss Law noted that the Hong Kong toy industry experienced rapid growth in the 1950s. Following the country's reform and opening-up, the industry subsequently transitioned to a model centred on design, research and development, and quality control - leveraging manufacturing capabilities in the Chinese Mainland to cement the "Hong Kong Toys" brand as synonymous with premium quality. This exhibition showcases a curated selection of Hong Kong toys from different eras, with pieces of museum-grade collectible quality.

In the afternoon, Miss Law visited Eastern Suburb Memory, a renowned trendy art and cultural and creative space in Chengdu. The park is distinctive for its integration of industrial heritage with modern pop culture, preserving nostalgic elements such as old factory buildings, red-brick walls, and green-bodied trains. Eastern Suburb Memory is a diverse cultural and creative hub that brings together music, fine arts, theatre, photography, exhibitions, performances, specialty cafés, and restaurants.

Subsequently, Miss Law officiated at the opening ceremony of "Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema". In her speech, she remarked that CCIDA first launched the programme in 2022, and it has since toured over 25 cities worldwide. This year, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Film Archive, the Making Waves programme has been brought to Chengdu under the theme "Sports and Passion". A selection of nine Hong Kong sports films spanning half a century will be presented in 20 screenings, showcasing Hong Kong cinema's achievements in themes of sportsmanship, youth growth, and self-breakthrough, while embodying the resilient and relentless spirit of Hong Kong.

CCIDA administers a number of funding schemes to support small-to-medium-scale film productions and nurture emerging film talent. The opening film, "Wakesurf Lovers", which marks its Chinese Mainland big-screen debut, is a project funded by the Film Production Financing Scheme. Meanwhile, "Bird of Paradise" is an award-winning work from the First Feature Film Initiative, a scheme designed to fund emerging directors in bringing their debut feature films to the silver screen.

The Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Ms Vivian Sum, also participated in today's visit programme.

Miss Law will depart for Hong Kong tomorrow morning (September 6).

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, today (September 5). Photo shows Miss Law visiting Eastern Suburb Memory, a trendy art and cultural and creative space. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, today (September 5). Photo shows Miss Law (fourth right); the Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Ms Vivian Sum (third right); and the Director of Leisure and Cultural Services, Ms Manda Chan (third left); visiting Eastern Suburb Memory, a trendy art and cultural and creative space. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, today (September 5). Photo shows Miss Law (centre) and the Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Ms Vivian Sum (second right), viewing the exhibits at the Hong Kong Toy Culture and IP Exhibition. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, today (September 5). Photo shows Miss Law (second right) viewing the exhibits at the Hong Kong Toy Culture and IP Exhibition. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, today (September 5). Photo shows Miss Law (front row, centre) viewing the exhibits at the Hong Kong Toy Culture and IP Exhibition. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, today (September 5). Photo shows Miss Law (centre); the Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Ms Vivian Sum (third right); the Chairman of the Hong Kong Brand Toy Association, Mr Wong Kim-fung (third left); the Director of Leisure and Cultural Services, Ms Manda Chan (first left); Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Miss Yvonne Ip (first right); and designers attending the Hong Kong Toy Culture and IP Exhibition. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, today (September 5). Photo shows Miss Law (centre); the Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Ms Vivian Sum (third right); the Chairman of the Hong Kong Brand Toy Association, Mr Wong Kim-fung (third left); Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Miss Yvonne Ip (second right); and designers at the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong Toy Culture and IP Exhibition. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, today (September 5). Photo shows Miss Law speaking at the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong Toy Culture and IP Exhibition. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

SCST attends Hong Kong Week 2026@Chengdu events Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Speech by CS at 10th Anniversary Retitling Banquet of EdUHK (with photos/video)

Following is the speech by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, at the 10th Anniversary Retitling Banquet of the Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) today (October 23):

(Director-General of the International Department of the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Wang Jian), Dr David Wong (Chairman of the Council of EdUHK), Professor John Lee (President of EdUHK), faculty, staff, students and alumni of the EdUHK, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,

Good evening. It is a great honour to be here with you tonight at this landmark celebration. This evening, we are proud to mark the 10th anniversary of the EdUHK's retitling.

Much more than just a name change, the school's retitling was a big step forward. It opened a bright new chapter for this University and for Hong Kong.

Over the past decade, the EdUHK has evolved into a dynamic, education-focused university with a diversity of academic strengths. It has earned worldwide recognition in many ways.

This year, the QS World University Rankings by Subject ranked EdU seventh in the world and second in Asia. And in the 2026 Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings, EdU placed second in Quality Education, one of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.

When it comes to talent, EdU is showing the way. This year, 73 EdU scholars were named among the World's Top 2% Scientists, a ranking compiled by Stanford University. Since 2018, EdU researchers have won 265 awards at major international invention exhibitions.

These achievements show that EdU leads in quality education, while highlighting its growing impact in sustainable development and academic excellence.

I am also delighted to hear that nearly 50 EdU student athletes and alumni took part in the recent Asian Games. They won 15 medals - two gold and three silver. They helped Hong Kong win a record number of medals at the Asian Games.

Ladies and gentlemen, the National 15th Five-Year Plan, launched earlier this year, supports Hong Kong in better integrating into, and serving, the nation's overall development.

And Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan, launched last month, puts a priority on the integrated development of education, technology and talent.

EdU's development strategy is built on "Education Futures, Diverse Talents". It draws on its traditional strengths, while equipping students with a wide range of skills. I am pleased to say this matches the Government's long-term vision perfectly.

EdU is Hong Kong's leading university for teacher education and lifelong learning, and it is expanding its academic offerings, adding programmes covering psychology, data science, sociology, sports science, new media and other disciplines. All 13 of its Bachelor of Education programmes are now double-degree programmes, giving students – tomorrow's teachers – broader learning opportunities.

The Government is just as committed to creating opportunities. We want Hong Kong to rise as an international education hub. And the Northern Metropolis University Town is our flagship initiative.

The University Town, totalling some 1 000 hectares, will bring together education, technology and talent, driving integrated development among Government, academia, industries, research and investment sectors.

Just as important, the University Town and the larger Northern Metropolis will greatly expand our connectivity with the Greater Bay Area.

In this area, EdU is already moving ahead. This year, it set up the EdUHK Shenzhen Research Institute and the Shenzhen Educational Development Centre. As Dr Wong said a few minutes ago, this is "a historic milestone in EdU's expansion into the Greater Bay Area".

EdU's first decade as a university has built a strong foundation – for its students and teachers, for Hong Kong and our future as an international education hub. I am confident it will create lasting value here in Hong Kong, across the country and around the world.

Once again, a happy 10th anniversary to the EdUHK, and to everyone who has played a part in its remarkable decade of progress. Thank you.

Speech by CS at 10th Anniversary Retitling Banquet of EdUHK Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Speech by CS at 10th Anniversary Retitling Banquet of EdUHK Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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