Exhibitor directory and list of 693 exhibiting companies participating in 2020 edition of hong kong book fair, hong kong to. It is held annually at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre usually around august, exhibiting and selling comic books and comicrelated animationrelated gamerelated products. Stephen fry speaks with sir david tang about the hktdc hong kong book fair duration. When fantasy meets reality hong kong book fair 2019. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of bookworms flock to the hong kong book fair. Mountain of books thrown away after hong kong book fair. The awards presentation ceremony for the 1617 hkssdc primary section grand finals at the hong kong book fair at the convention and exhibition centre on 24 july 2017 the 1617 hkssdc secondary section grand finals were held on 16 may 2017 at the hong kong museum of history, on 26 may at city university of hong kong and on 5 july at chinese. This year, the world of knowledge seminar series continues to invite popular authors from around the world to share their writing journeys with readers. Jul 22, 2015 at the hong kong book fair, dr george yeo, ceo kerry logistics group and former minister of foreign affairs of singapore, and jacky foo, consul general of singapore in hong kong, discuss the new. Hong kong book fair 2015 from heavy tomes to cult comics, whatever your fancy, the hong kong book fair will tickle it. Media in category hong kong book fair the following 43 files are in this category, out of 43 total. For one week, residents of hk flock to the convention centre to browse and purchase a. The most complete and authoritative listing of north american book, paper, and ephemera fairs on the internet.
Hong kong book fair subdued after bookseller disappearances. Inside, its a treasure trove of limited edition comics, figures and other collectibles from hong kong, japan and farther afield. The annual weeklong hong kong book fair drew a record 1. A major event, last years showcase of the latest pageturners attracted more than one million attendees and included some 360 cultural events to promote reading. We attended talks at author hq, explored the expansive halls full publishers and book related exhibitions, and chatted with other authors. One of my writing friends from hong kong moved back to london last year and she accompanied me around the fair. Underlining art basels commitment to the region, half of the participating galleries once again have exhibition spaces in asia and asiapacific. Bbc culture the banned books at hong kongs book fair. By thinking out of the edubox updated about 5 years ago. Professor leo oufan lee, sin wai kin professor of chinese culture, was honoured author of the year in the 26 th hong kong book fair organized by the hong kong trade development council in recognition of his notable contributions in the literary world spanning half a century. The hong kong book fair was held from 15 to 21 of july at hkcec, wan chai. Fair details hktdc hong kong toys and games fair 2021. Hong kong book fair 2020 hong kong books multimedia. Hong kong book fair 2015 with ben okri and keith gary.
The hong kong book fair s theme this year is chinese martial arts literature, the kind that inspired crouching tiger, hidden dragon. The annual book fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council and takes place over several days. We had a great time to share our thoughts and experiences with you all. Night activities at the hong kong book fair with three french artists. Hong kong book fair 2015 night activities at the hong kong book fair with three french artists the general consulate of france in hong kong and macao is proud to announce the organisation of night activities at the hong kong book fair 2015. If interested, please come to the main library and make the booking. Mountain of books thrown away after hong kong book fair hong. Trade shows worldwide hong kong hong kong 20202021. The continuing success of hktdc hong kong book fair is a tribute to its longterm exhibitors and to the enthusiasm of the hong kong public for reading and education. The year 2020 is a leap year, with 366 days in total. Census and statistics department took part in hong kong book. Our hong kong show, held at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre, features premier galleries from asia and beyond. The event is organized by the hong kong trade development council, a statutory body that organizes over 30 trade fairs each year to promote hong kong as a platform for doing business.
The cup is contested by the 9 teams in the 201516 hong kong premier league. The banned books now on sale at hong kongs biggest book fair. The ship travels all around the world offering great range of books, and it will be stopped in hk again in kowloon bay from april 1823 and in kennedy town from april 2526. The move comes as tensions increase over mainland chinese residents who travel to hong kong, primarily to shop. Hong kong bookseller gui minhai jailed for 10 years in china. Smart food at hong kong book fair 20, grand hall, hong kong convention and exhibition centre. But this year is the first fair held in hong kong since the disappearances of five booksellers from the city in late 2015.
The consulate will be holding a booth at this years hong kong book fair. The hong kong book fair returns for the 26 th year, bringing a world of literature to your fingertips. Click on the magnifying glass to search the fairs on this page. Census and statistics department took part in hong kong book fair 2015 to promote the world statistics day 2015 and 2016 population by. I agree that the above information may be used by the hong kong trade development council hktdc for incorporation in its database for sending the information of hong kong book fair to me, and for direct marketing productsservices of hktdc. Feb 25, 2020 hong kong bookseller gui minhai jailed for 10 years in china this article is more than 1 month old swedish citizen who went missing in 2015 sentenced for providing intelligence abroad. I got to meet joanna penn and mark dawson, who was featured in a forbes article a few days later. Visual identity design for hong kong book fair 2015. Traderelated events, conferences, workshops and exhibitions. The hong kong book fair 2015 book lovers wonderland.
The annual hong kong book fair is under way, featuring more than 580 exhibitors and with visitor numbers expected to exceed one million. Simple and bright graphics of overlapping books create a fresh, relax and youthful atmosphere for the. Faculty of arts enewsletter the chinese university of hong kong. Hong kong book fair 2020 all you need to know before you. Information services department to take part in hong kong. Over 580 exhibitors from 33 countries and regions joined the event.
Census and statistics department took part in hong kong book fair. Thank you all for taking your time to visit our booth at hong kong book fair 2015. Biographer carol thatcher is among the highprofile speakers coming to the 2015 hktdc hong kong book fair, 1521 july. If you are interested in our products, id like to further discuss with you about our business opportunities in the future. The british council is proud to bring two uk writers, ben okri and keith gary to the hong kong book fair this year for a series of talks and events. Hong kong book fair 2020 will be held from 1521 july at hong kong exhibition and convention centre. Mr chip tsao multilingual hong kong based columnist, broadcaster, and writer.
Thousands of books are on display from popular fiction. Next to the golden bauhinia lies the stateoftheart hong kong convention and exhibition centre hkcec, which is a major exhibition venue and where the handover took place. Each year, for 24 years, the growing number of visitors has reaffirmed the popularity of the fair, reaching over 980,000 in 20. In 2015, five people from hong kong associated with a publishing house and bookstore known for producing gossipy, lightly sourced exposes of the private lives of beijing leaders went missing. The consulate general of israel in hong kong will take part again in the hong kong book fair, showcasing hebrew literature and picture. Jul 21, 2016 the banned books now on sale at hong kongs biggest book fair. Confessions of a reluctant reader a dialogue with keith gray. Apr, 2015 restricted travel china is limiting visits by residents of shenzhen to hong kong, according to xinhua, the official chinese news agency.
Carol thatcher is the author of several bestselling books, including below the parapet, a biography of her late father, sir denis thatcher, on life as the iron ladys husband and as the first male consort in 10 downing street. On the whole the organisers welcomed on the 5 days of the fair, from 16. Mr matthew yum, chairman of hong kong pavilion in frankfurt book fair 2015 said at the launch party that the pavilion themed on bringing creativity to life, presents nearly 1,500 outstanding publications, printed matter and electronic publications from 53 hong kong publishers and printers. Herbarium specimen plant hong kong plant plant database type specimen. Hundreds of brand new books were abandoned at this years hong kong book fair after the exhibition finished on july 21. Safety has always been a priority for the hong kong trade development council hktdc.
We were excited to interact with all the participants by sharing the latest information on elearning and international english assessments. There is a dedicated zone in the art gallery showcasing. Our company joined the hong kong book fair 2015 on 1521 july 2015 in hong kong convention and exhibition centre. Hong kongs securities and futures commission conducts inspections when it identifies trends, emerging. Book fair on boat, kennedy town and kowloon, hong kong. Christophe onoditbiot is coming to the hong kong book fair 2015. Where modern classics meet historical charm hong kong. Sift through thousands of books from more than 580 exhibitors from 33 countries and regions across the globe. As asias business hub, tradefair capital and convention hub, hong kong attracts plenty of international buyers, suppliers and companies to participate in the range of events taking place here.
Hong kong bookfair 2015 on 1521 july 2015 in hong kong. Jul 16, 2019 the hong kong book fair at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre in wan chai in july 2018. Hong kong s annual book fair good way to spend time during bad weather days the annual hong kong book fair is held at the hkcec in wan chai each summer. Entering its 25th edition this year, the fair continues to present a vast variety of publications and over 300 cultural events featuring high calibre authors under the theme reading the world. We are most pleased that we can cooperate with sun ya publications, which is the most longstanding and largest publication company in publishing children and teenagers books in hong kong. If there happens to be an expo that catches your eyes, like the annual book fair or food expo, get a ticket and drop in. Entering its 25th edition this year, the fair continues to present a vast variety of publications and over 300 cultural events featuring high calibre. Free and independent, hkfp launched in 2015 amid rising concerns over declining press freedom in. The annual hong kong book fair, organised by the hktdc, provides a neutral sales and promotion. Census and statistics department took part in hong kong. The hong kong book fair is one of the worlds largest and most famous international book fairs.
The 201516 hong kong league cup is the th edition of the hong kong league cup. Hong kong regulator probing bookbuilding for equities and. Hong kong is the city of food, and this annual fair sponsored by the hong kong trade development council, is the leading food trade event gathering over 900 exhibitors with delicacies and the finest selection of foods from every corner of the world. Hong kong protesters to target annual book fair and beijing. Hong kong book fair, july 15 21 by localiiz 9 july 2015 share. China limits travel to hong kong the new york times. Hong kong book fair is an international book fair and has established itself as a platform for cultural exchange, not just for hongkong but the globe as a whole. Thank you for visiting us at hong kong book fair 2015.
Hong kong free press is a nonprofit english language news source seeking to unite critical voices. Information services department to take part in hong kong book fair 2015 the information services department isd will take part in this years hong kong book fair to be held from tomorrow july 15 to july 21 under the theme of read as you go. As asias business hub, trade fair capital and convention hub, hong kong attracts plenty of international buyers, suppliers and companies to participate in the range of events taking place here. The exhibition is divided into several themed zones representing various sectors in the world of publishing and ensuring that the hongkong book fair keeps up with trends in the industry. Jun 17, 2019 hong kong regulator probing bookbuilding for equities and bonds. Renowned french author and journalist, christophe onoditbiot, will be visiting hong kong on wednesday 15th and thursday 16th of july 2015. Exhibitors, list of companies at hong kong book fair, hong kong. Hong kong book fair hong kong 2020 trade fair dates. Christophe onoditbiot is coming to the hong kong book. Exhibitors left behind books they failed to sell during the sevenday. Hong kong fair brochure 2015 london school of economics.
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