Hong Kong’s annual book fair returns in July with a renewed focus on cultural exploration, tourism and the role of AI in reading, with the organiser hoping to break last year’s visitor turnout.The Trade Development Council (TDC) said on Tuesday that the 36th Hong Kong Book Fair would be themed on “Reading the World: Cultural Legacy | Joyful Journeys,” running from July 15 to 21 at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai.“Through this theme, we hope to encourage residents to read works related to culture, tourism, and creativity, exploring the world through words,” said Jenny Koo Jing-man, TDC’s deputy executive director.
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The 36th Hong Kong Book Fair will take place from July 15 to 21 at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Organized by the Trade Development Council (TDC), the event's theme is "Reading the World: Cultural Legacy | Joyful Journeys." This year's fair aims to encourage residents to explore culture, tourism, and creativity through reading, with a particular focus on the role of Artificial Intelligence in reading.
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The 36th Hong Kong Book Fair will take place from July 15 to 21 at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Organized by the Trade Development Council (TDC), the event's theme is "Reading the World: Cultural Legacy | Joyful Journeys." This year's fair aims to encourage residents to explore culture, tourism, and creativity through reading, with a particular focus on the role of Artificial Intelligence in reading. The TDC hopes to surpass last year's visitor numbers.
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The theme aims to encourage residents to read works related to culture, tourism, and creativity.
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The book fair will run from July 15 to 21 at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai.
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The 36th Hong Kong Book Fair is themed on “Reading the World: Cultural Legacy | Joyful Journeys.”
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Hong Kong's annual book fair will focus on cultural exploration, tourism, and the role of AI in reading.
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The organizer hopes to break last year’s visitor turnout.
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