Brussels ETO promotes cultural heritage at 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Antwerp, Belgium (with photos)

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     Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels (Brussels ETO) supported the 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival (the Festival) in Antwerp, Belgium, organised by Rotary Antwerp International and Rotary Antwerp West. The event was successfully held on May 9 (Antwerp time).

     Speaking at the Festival, Deputy Representative of the Brussels ETO, Mr Kasper Ng, remarked that the Brussels ETO is honored to continue its support for the Festival. This event has become an important symbol of the enduring friendship and cultural ties between Hong Kong and Belgium.

     Mr Ng congratulated the winning teams at the Festival and noted that the spirit of unity, courage and perseverance displayed in dragon boat racing echoes the values emphasized by the Hong Kong "Lion Rock Spirit". This highlights that teamwork and perseverance are essential elements for success. He also encouraged the audience to explore Hong Kong's rich and diverse mega events and to experience the city's vibrancy cultural celebrations.

     The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Antwerp, Belgium, is one of the most representative and highly anticipated annual events in the local community, attracting around 7 000 paddlers and spectators each year. This year, the Brussels ETO supported three teams competing under the name "Hong Kong Dragons".

Ends/Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Issued at HKT 0:22

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Deputy Representative of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels, Mr Kasper Ng (centre), addressed the audience at the prize award ceremony of the 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Antwerp, Belgium on May 9 (Antwerp time).

Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels supported the 12th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival (the Festival) in Antwerp, Belgium. Photo shows members of the "Hong Kong Dragons" dragon boat team racing at the Festival on May 9 (Antwerp time).