SCST to visit Paris

     The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, will depart for Paris, France, in the evening today (September 3) to cheer for Hong Kong athletes who are participating in the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games.

     During his stay, Mr Yeung will meet with the Hong Kong, China Delegation in the Olympic Village in Paris and watch various competitions participated by Hong Kong athletes.

     During his stay, Mr Yeung will also officiate at the opening ceremony of Hong Kong Design on Stage at Maison&Objet 2024 which is located at the venue, and witness the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency and the Safi Salons Francais ET Internationaux on co-operation between Hong Kong and Paris relating to the field of design. In addition, Mr Yeung will meet with the Executive President of Federation de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, Mr Pascal Morand, as well as local practitioners of the art and design industry and promote collaboration opportunities.

     Mr Yeung will depart France for Hong Kong on September 8 noon (Paris time). During his absence, the Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Raistlin Lau, will be the Acting Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism.