HONG KONG — The Government of Hong Kong released the “Blueprint for Arts & Culture & Creative Industries Development,” outlining a comprehensive strategy for enhancing the region’s artistic and cultural sectors. The announcement was made by Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Kevin Yeung during a press conference held this afternoon.
Yeung described the blueprint as a pivotal policy document that sets forth a vision and strategic directions aimed at fostering the long-term growth of Hong Kong’s arts and culture. “This blueprint will not only enhance the appeal of our cultural offerings but also boost citizens’ sense of achievement and happiness,” he stated. He emphasized the importance of consolidating Hong Kong’s status as an East-meets-West hub for international cultural exchanges.
The blueprint lays out 71 measures under four strategic directions. The first focuses on promoting traditional Chinese culture while developing cultural content that reflects Hong Kong’s unique identity. Key initiatives include enhancing museum infrastructure, showcasing the Lingnan cultural heritage, and organizing more activities related to Chinese culture and history. The plan also emphasizes nurturing talent well-versed in traditional Chinese culture and supporting patriotic education.
The second strategic direction aims to cultivate diverse arts and culture industries with a global outlook. This includes transforming Hong Kong into a “capital of creativity” and a “capital of pop culture.” The government plans to improve facilities and create an environment that fosters greater audience participation and higher-quality artistic outputs.
Additionally, the blueprint seeks to establish international platforms to facilitate East-meets-West cultural exchanges. This initiative aims to position Hong Kong as the “capital of international mega arts and cultural events,” encouraging the hosting of large-scale, innovative cultural gatherings. The government also intends to leverage the city’s curatorial expertise to promote both traditional Chinese and local cultures internationally.
Finally, the blueprint outlines plans to enhance the ecosystem for arts and culture industries by developing relevant industry chains in Hong Kong. This includes strengthening market forces to foster beneficial relationships between the arts and business sectors, while also supporting cultural industries in exploring opportunities in Mainland China and global markets.
As Hong Kong embarks on this ambitious journey, the blueprint signals a commitment to not only enriching the local cultural fabric but also reinforcing the city’s position on the global arts stage. With the government’s proactive approach, stakeholders in the arts and culture sectors are hopeful that these initiatives will lead to a vibrant and diversified cultural environment for all.
