The Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau convened a meeting today (September 9) to co-ordinate the preparation for visitor arrivals to Hong Kong during the National Day Golden Week of the Mainland from October 1 to 8. The meeting was chaired by the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, with representatives from government departments including Hong Kong Customs, the Hong Kong Police Force, the Immigration Department, the Transport Department, and various District Offices. Representatives from various tourism-related organisations, including the Travel Industry Authority, the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong, the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority, major tourist attractions and the hotel industry, also attended.

     Miss Law said, "We are approaching the eight-day National Day Golden Week of the Mainland, which also overlaps with the Mid-Autumn Festival. Various activities will take place in Hong Kong simultaneously, bringing a rich and vibrant tourism experience to visitors. Relevant departments of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government will maintain close liaison with relevant organisations and the travel trade with a view to making good preparation, ensuring the smooth operation of various aspects of receiving visitors and offering them a high-quality experience."

     Relevant parties will maintain close communication before the National Day Golden Week of the Mainland to plan and take forward various preparations in various areas for welcoming visitors to Hong Kong.

Ends/Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Issued at HKT 17:00

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