The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) supported the Hong Kong Arts Centre (HKAC) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) in presenting the Hong Kong Comix IPs Showcase at Brand Licensing Europe in London, the United Kingdom, from October 6 to 8 (London Time).

     The exhibition showcased 20 Hong Kong intellectual properties (IPs), highlighting the creativity and talent of Hong Kong artists and creators. Participating artists and IPs included Li Chi-tak, Chocolate Rain, Isatisse, Chiya, Felix Ip, Be(Art) Limited, Chill Top Production, Elyk Creation, Going Ape Limited, Little Colour Little Art Limited, Jerry Cho x Jacky Cai, We Are The Pigs, Bonnie Pang, Miloza Ma, Pen So, LLAB Design Ltd, Peg Bar Limited, Penguin Nexus Ltd, TF Business Solutions and Tina Design. An industry reception was held on October 6, bringing together over 80 guests from the local business sector and creative industries.

     Speaking at the reception, the Director-General of the London ETO, Miss Fiona Chau, said that the exhibition showcased both the imagination of Hong Kong's artists and the city's distinctive cultural spirit. She highlighted how Hong Kong's unique blend of Eastern and Western influences, tradition and modernity, and local culture and international ideas has contributed to the city's vibrant creative energy.

     Miss Chau also highlighted Hong Kong's continued investment in culture and the arts, including the West Kowloon Cultural District and world-class institutions such as the Hong Kong Palace Museum and M+. She recognised the HKAC's contribution to artistic innovation and the nurturing of local talent, and invited guests to visit Hong Kong to experience first-hand the dynamism and diversity of the city's creative scene.

     Established in 1977, the HKAC is a non-profit arts institution dedicated to promoting contemporary comix art, performing arts, visual arts, film, and video arts. Its participation in Brand Licensing Europe, in collaboration with the HKTDC, marks a milestone in showcasing Hong Kong's creative excellence and diverse artistic talent to international audiences.

Ends/Monday, October 12, 2026
Issued at HKT 19:53

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