Hong Kong tourism chief targets more than 50 million visitors in 2026

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Lo Hoi-yingFebruary 1, 2026 at 11:01 AM

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Hong Kong's tourism chief, Rosanna Law Shuk-pui, anticipates over 50 million visitors by the end of 2026. She expressed optimism about increased tourist arrivals during the Lunar New Year "golden week" holiday, running from February 15-23. The longer gap between Christmas and Lunar New Year is expected to encourage more visits. Festivities, including a fireworks display, will be expanded, and the former Yau Ma Tei police station will extend its opening hours to cater to mainland tourists. These efforts aim to attract more visitors and boost Hong Kong's tourism sector during the holiday period.

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Yau Ma Tei 40% Hong Kong Jockey Club 50% mainland China ×260% Lunar New Year ×470% Rosanna Law Shuk-pui 80% Hong Kong ×490%

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