Hong Kong Fashion Week and Spring Fairs postponed
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Hong Kong Fashion Week and seven other Spring Fairs which were scheduled for April have been deferred until July 25-28, due to the coronavirus crisis.
“The safety of exhibitors and buyers has always been a priority,” the organizer of the events, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) said in an email announcing the postponements.
“Considering the current development of the novel coronavirus outbreak, and in line with the health measures taken by the Hong Kong SAR Government, a decision has been made in consultation with industry representatives to reschedule eight HKTDC trade fairs.”
The fairs are Hong Kong Fashion Week, Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition), International ICT Expo, Hong Kong Houseware Fair, Hong Kong International Home Textiles and Furnishings Fair, Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair and the International Printing & Packaging Fair.
“As always, the HKTDC will make every effort to provide fair participants with safe, efficient and effective trading platforms in the future, while helping enterprises maximize their business opportunities through multiple global channels,” the statement concluded.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific events have been affected by these postponements?
Which specific events have been affected by these postponements?
Eight HKTDC trade fairs have been rescheduled. These include Hong Kong Fashion Week, the International Lighting Fair, the Electronics Fair, the International ICT Expo, the Houseware Fair, the Home Textiles and Furnishings Fair, the Gifts & Premium Fair, and the International Printing & Packaging Fair.
Q.When were the postponed fairs originally due to take place?
When were the postponed fairs originally due to take place?
The eight Spring Fairs, including Hong Kong Fashion Week, were originally scheduled to be held in April. They have now been deferred until late July due to the ongoing health crisis.
Q.What is the new schedule for these deferred trade fairs?
What is the new schedule for these deferred trade fairs?
All eight of the affected Hong Kong Spring Fairs, including Fashion Week, have been postponed to July 25-28. This new date aims to ensure the safety of participants amidst the current coronavirus outbreak.
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