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09/04/2026

The 11th edition of CENTRESTAGE, part of Hong Kong Fashion Fest, features 270 international brands from 24 countries and regions, with a record-breaking 30+ fashion shows. The event draws renowned labels, emerging designers, and industry elites to showcases the pinnacle of fashion trends and ingenuity.

The grand opening show, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, featured Hong Kong multidisciplinary designer and visual artist Kit Wan.

09/03/2026

Applications for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) 2027/28 are now open! The Fellowship offers outstanding students from around the world the opportunity to pursue PhD studies at Hong Kong’s world-class universities.

Submit your Initial Application by December 1, 2026, at 12:00 noon Hong Kong Time to obtain your HKPFS Reference Number. Applicants may choose up to two programmes/departments at one or two participating universities. After completing the Initial Application, candidates should submit their full applications directly to their selected universities before the respective university deadlines.

Don’t wait until the last minute! As the deadlines for applications to some of the universities may immediately follow that of the Initial Application, candidates should submit initial applications as early as possible to ensure that they have sufficient time to submit applications to universities.
For details, please visit: https://cerg1.ugc.edu.hk/hkpfs/news.html

09/02/2026

Ha zi mein, or dried shrimp roe noodles, is a beloved Cantonese household staple and part of Hong Kong’s intangible cultural heritage. But as mass-produced versions become increasingly common, the traditional craft behind these noodles is becoming rare.

This year, Hong Kong’s Wing Lok Noodle Factory celebrates its 50th anniversary. From preserving the time-honoured art of making ha zi mein to developing creative new flavours such as black truffle, curry seafood and Sichuan spicy beef, the family-run business is bringing new life to a treasured Hong Kong tradition.

Under second-generation owner Angus Chan, Wing Lok has grown from a little-known supplier into a homegrown brand with stockists in markets around the world, including the United States—bringing Hong Kong flavours and a comforting taste of home to noodle lovers everywhere.

Photo: Sun Yeung
South China Morning Post
https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3366056/how-hong-kong-maker-authentic-shrimp-roe-noodles-leading-comeback?module=top_story&pgtype=section

09/01/2026

On August 28, the Forum for World Education (FWE) hosted a Welcome Home Reception honoring Professor Jeffrey D. Sachs and Dr. Sonia Sachs to celebrate their completion of the Marco Polo Drive of Peace, Culture and Sustainable Development, a remarkable 43-day, 15,000-kilometre journey across 11 countries from Rome to Hong Kong.

Speaking at the reception, Director of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York, Ms Maisie Ho, highlighted Hong Kong’s growing ties with Central Asia and its role in facilitating connectivity and cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative. With the city's unrivaled strength in connectivity and openness to the world, Hong Kong is well positioned as a platform connecting markets and creating new opportunities in areas such as trade, logistics, fintech and sustainable development. She also noted that Hong Kong, as the final designation of the Marco Polo Drive and the beginning of the maritime Silk Road, served as a timely reminder that journeys are not merely about reaching destinations, but also about making connections, exchanging ideas and unlocking new possibilities.

08/31/2026

【Retail sales value】Hong Kong’s retail sales growth momentum remained resilient. According to the latest figures released today (August 31), the value of total retail sales in July 2026, provisionally estimated at $31.0 billion, increased by 4.5% over a year earlier and recorded expansion for the 15th consecutive month. For the first 7 months of 2026, it was provisionally estimated that the value of total retail sales increased by 8.9% compared with the same period in 2025.
After netting out the effect of price changes over the same period, the provisional estimate of the volume of total retail sales in July 2026 increased by 2.3% over a year earlier. For the first 7 months of 2026, the provisional estimate of the total retail sales increased by 6.6% in volume compared with the same period in 2025.
Looking ahead, continued economic expansion, rising household incomes, and stable labour market conditions should bolster consumer sentiment. A series of upcoming mega-events is also expected to sustain growth in visitor arrivals, providing further support to retail businesses.
Press release: https://bit.ly/46uC1R9

【Retail sales value】Hong Kong’s retail sales growth momentum remained resilient. According to the latest figures released today (August 31), the value of total retail sales in July 2026, provisionally estimated at $31.0 billion, increased by 4.5% over a year earlier and recorded expansion for the 15th consecutive month. For the first 7 months of 2026, it was provisionally estimated that the value of total retail sales increased by 8.9% compared with the same period in 2025.

After netting out the effect of price changes over the same period, the provisional estimate of the volume of total retail sales in July 2026 increased by 2.3% over a year earlier. For the first 7 months of 2026, the provisional estimate of the total retail sales increased by 6.6% in volume compared with the same period in 2025.

Looking ahead, continued economic expansion, rising household incomes, and stable labour market conditions should bolster consumer sentiment. A series of upcoming mega-events is also expected to sustain growth in visitor arrivals, providing further support to retail businesses.

Press release: https://bit.ly/46uC1R9

08/30/2026

[Come for the Discovery, Stay for the Recovery: Lamma Island’s Blue Horizons 🏝️]
Just a short ferry ride from the city centre, Lamma Island invites you to discover a different side of Hong Kong: rolling green hills, endless blue skies, and the ocean stretching out in every direction🌊.
This hike from Sok Kwu Wan to Mo Tat Wan takes you up and over Ling Kok Shan, where the views really open up. You’ll spot quiet beaches and fishing villages below, with clear-sky views across to Ap Lei Chau and Aberdeen. Keep an eye out for the island’s unique granite boulders, too, and enjoy a sense of calm that stays with you long after the hike ends.
Plan your own getaway to Lamma Island: https://discoverhongkong.link/paj9Uxj

08/29/2026

Step into “Better Together – Partnering Up for Hong Kong Movies” at Tai Kwun to immerse yourself in the golden era of Hong Kong cinema! From heart-stopping action sequences to the tiny props that sparked our biggest childhood dreams, every corner is a love letter to our silver screen. Before partnering up and embarking on the cinematic journey, hear exclusive insights from curator Sunny Chan on how to make the most of your experience.

Discover the best photo spots, uncover hidden stories behind selected exhibits and explore the action-packed legacy that makes Hong Kong cinema a global phenomenon. Watch the curator's video now and get a head start on your cinematic journey through the universe of Hong Kong films! The exhibition will continue until Oct 4!

For details and tickets, please visit: https://www.taikwun.hk/en/programme/detail/better-together-partnering-up-for-hong-kong-movies/1795

08/28/2026

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Bruno Mars will return to Hong Kong to play four shows at Kai Tak Stadium in May 2027 as part of his “The Romantic Tour”. Mars will perform at the city’s newest venue, Kai Tak Sports Park. Last year, the stadium hosted four shows by Coldplay, attracting nearly 200,000 fans.

Coming up, The Weeknd will bring his “After Hours Til Dawn Tour” to the city. With two shows sold out, the tour has added two more for the Hong Kong leg.

08/27/2026

Hong Kong tennis star Coleman Wong (黃澤林) has done it again!

Wong defeated Serbia’s Dušan Lajović 6-4, 6-3 in the final round of US Open qualifying, securing his place in the 2026 US Open main draw! With three impressive victories in qualifying, he is ready to take on the world’s best on one of tennis’ biggest stages.

Congratulations, Coleman! Hong Kong is cheering you on! 💪🔥
Photo: ArcK Photography
#黃澤林

08/27/2026

Hong Kong took part in Manhattan School of Music's (MSM) Consulate & Cultural Fair yesterday! 🎶 The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York connected with bachelor's and master's students eager to hear about Hong Kong's mega events and career opportunities in the city. We met with MSM’s newest cohort of Hong Kong students and caught up with MSM leadership, including Executive Vice President and Provost Joyce Griggs and Associate Vice President for Strategic Innovation and Special Initiatives Nicolas Gonzalez.
Grateful to MSM – a world-class conservatory renowned for classical, jazz, and orchestral training – for welcoming us into their community! 🙌

Manhattan School of Music