Apec a chance for Hong Kong to earn its place in China’s tourism boom
Por Ken Chu — South China Morning Post – News feed
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Opinion Ken Chu Apec a chance for Hong Kong to earn its place in China’s tourism boom
As Beijing makes visits easier for overseas travellers, Hong Kong must learn what it takes to be included in their itineraries
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Ken Chu Ken Chu (LLD) is the chairman and CEO of Mission Hills Group, with businesses in hospitality, leisure, entertainment, sports, wellness and education in China. Published: 9:30am, 13 Oct 2026
Over the coming weeks, Hong Kong and Shenzhen will host two major gatherings of Asia-Pacific decision-makers. Hong Kong’s first Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting takes place on October 20-21, with around 500 visitors expected, while Shenzhen hosts the Apec Economic Leaders’ Week next month.
These Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum meetings will bring international visitors to two neighbouring cities at the centre of China’s Apec year. For Hong Kong’s tourism industry, they offer a timely opportunity to turn that attention into longer stays in the city and encourage visitors to explore more of China.
There is a question we need to answer first. As overseas travellers find it easier to visit mainland cities directly, what would persuade them to include Hong Kong in that journey?
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