Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui expects visitor arrivals to Hong Kong to continue growing, enabling the tourism sector to reach its target of accounting for 5 percent of the city's gross domestic product (GDP) by 2029.
Law expressed confidence in the industry's recovery despite fierce regional competition, noting that the city’s first five-year plan will maximize the tourism sector's economic contribution.
Addressing the growing trend of northbound spending driven by lower prices and a wide array of attractions across the border, Law stressed that Hong Kong must focus on its own development rather than expecting neighboring cities like Shenzhen to remain stagnant.
She also pointed out that the international community had harbored misunderstandings about Hong Kong in recent years, with some believing the city was not as safe as it used to be. However, she said positive feedback from international visitors attending mega-events such as the Hong Kong Sevens proves that global perceptions are actively changing.
