Can events drive a comeback? Hong Kong Tourism Secretary on Sevens, visitors and the Iran war

Can events drive a comeback? Hong Kong Tourism Secretary on Sevens, visitors and the Iran war


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Rosanna Law, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of Hong Kong, addresses the effects of the Iran war on the city’s tourism sector, specifically how soaring fuel prices and flight cancellations are affecting visitor inflows. She also emphasizes economic benefits of Hong Kong’s “mega event” strategy, as the Hong Kong Sevens celebrates its 50th anniversary at the Kai Tak Stadium.



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