HKTDC to open 5 August events

Hong Kong, 5th August: The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will organise five fairs in August at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), showcasing global foods, tea culture, healthy living and smart home innovations under the theme of “Live Well. Stay Well”.

The 36th Food Expo, 10th Beauty & Wellness Expo and 12th Home Delights Expo will run from 13th to 17th August, while the 4th Food Expo PRO and 17th Hong Kong International Tea Fair will be held from 13th to 15th August. More than 1,850 exhibitors from over 30 countries will be showcased at the five fairs, featuring international delicacies, premium teas and innovative tea beverages, health and beauty products, as well as smart home solutions.

The International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products (ICMCM) will also run alongside with the five fairs, from 13th to 15th August. Jointly organised by the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association (MCMIA), the HKTDC and 10 scientific research institutions, the conference will provide industry participants with the latest developments in Chinese medicine while fostering the advancement of the sector.

HKTDC Associate Executive Director Smilely Lam, stated, “Under the theme of ‘Live Well.Stay Well’, the fairs reflect growing market interest in wellness, quality living and holistic wellbeing. As an international food trading hub, Hong Kong provides food companies with an ideal gateway to the Chinese Mainland and global markets. For the first time, the two trade fairs bring together exhibitors from all ASEAN member states, including debut participations from Brunei and Timor-Leste. We are also delighted to welcome exhibitors from Colombia and Greece for the first time.”