Hong Kong Film Gala Launches in Vietnam, Showcasing Acclaimed Productions and Engaging Local Audiences
Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema
Co-organised by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Singapore (Singapore ETO) and the Asian Film Awards Academy (AFAA), the Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation – Vietnam (the Gala Presentation) opened today (November 6) in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), marking its first edition in Vietnam. The event is financially supported by the Film Development Fund (FDF), the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) and the Singapore ETO, with assistance from local partners, the Hong Kong Business Association Vietnam (HKBAV), Galaxy Cinema and Trigger Film Academy.
The Gala Presentation showcases a curated selection of four recent and acclaimed Hong Kong productions across diverse genres – action, drama and documentary – namely “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In”, “Stuntman”, “Four Trails” and “Last Song for You”, aiming to promote the vibrancy and creativity of Hong Kong cinema to Vietnamese audiences. Adding star power to the occasion, renowned Hong Kong actors Sammo Hung and Louis Koo travelled to HCMC to lend their support and engage with local film enthusiasts.
In his opening remarks, the Director of the Singapore ETO, Mr Owin Fung, said, “To further strengthen Hong Kong films’ international presence, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has introduced the Hong Kong-Europe-Asian Film Collaboration Funding Scheme under the FDF. The Scheme provides up to HK$9 million for each eligible co-production between Hong Kong filmmakers and their Asian or European counterparts, enabling Hong Kong films to go global, as well as achieving in-depth cultural exchanges and mutual learning.”
Mr Fung added, “Over the past three years, films funded by the CCIDA through the FDF have accounted for nearly 30 per cent of Hong Kong’s total box-office receipts – a testament to the effectiveness of government support. As announced in ‘The Chief Executive’s 2025 Policy Address’, the CCIDA will continue to enhance publicity, exchanges, and business-matching efforts in both the Chinese Mainland and overseas markets to help Hong Kong filmmakers expand their reach.”
More than 250 guests attended the screening of the opening film, “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In”, and a pre-screening reception. Distinguished attendees included the Consul-General of the People’s Republic of China in HCMC, Mr Tang Li; the Deputy Director-General of the Department of Foreign Affairs in HCMC, Mr Tran Xuan Thuy; the Chairman of the AFAA and the Hong Kong Film Development Council, Dr Wilfred Wong; the Executive Director of the AFAA, Ms Josie Lin; the Chairman of the HKBAV, Mr Michael Chiu, representatives from HCMC’s Department of Culture and Sports; as well as members of the local business and cultural communities.
Before the screening, the film’s lead actors Hung and Koo joined an engaging sharing session with local audience members in the cinema, where they shared their filming experiences and their impressions of the visit and exchanges with Vietnamese film lovers. Director Herbert Leung of “Stuntman” will also meet with industry professionals, students and cinema enthusiasts during his stay in Vietnam. The Gala Presentation was held at Galaxy Sala in Thiso Mall Sala Shopping Center, one of the newest and largest cultural and entertainment hubs in the heart of HCMC.
The Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation – Vietnam runs until November 8. For details, please visit www.afa-academy.com.
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Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Singapore ETO and AFAA co-organise first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation in Vietnam to promote Hong Kong cinema Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
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Appointments to Property Management Services Authority
The Government announced today (November 7) the appointments to the Property Management Services Authority (PMSA).
The Chief Executive has re-appointed Dr James Wong Kong-tin as the Chairperson and appointed Ms Wong Hau-yan as the Vice-chairperson of the PMSA. He has also appointed six individuals as new members of the PMSA. In addition, 12 serving members have also been re-appointed. The appointments will take effect on December 1, 2025, for a period of three years.
The Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Miss Alice Mak, welcomed the above appointments. She also thanked the outgoing Vice-chairperson, Professor Eddie Hui Chi-man, and other outgoing members for their sterling contributions to the PMSA over their term.
The list of appointees/re-appointees is as follows:
Chairperson
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Dr James Wong Kong-tin
Vice-chairperson
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Ms Wong Hau-yan *
Category I Persons (individuals who are engaged in property management services)
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Dr Johnnie Chan Chi-kau
Mr Nelson Chiu Kwan *
Mr Spencer Law
Mr Bevis Leung Wai-shing *
Mr Stephen Poon Kin-leung
Category II Persons (individuals, not being Category I persons, who, because of their experience in property management, general administration or consumer affairs, appear to the Chief Executive to have knowledge of property management services)
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Ms Ann Au Chor-kwan
Mr Jonathan Chang Tien-yin
Ms Chung Ching-may *
Professor Alex Fan Hoi-kit *
Category III Persons (individuals, not being Category I persons or Category II persons, who appear to the Chief Executive to be suitable to be appointed as members of the PMSA)
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Mr Cho Wui-hung
Miss Renee Ho Hang-yin
Mr Manley Lau Man-kit
Mr Andy Wong Man-kit *
Dr Wong Tsz-tat *
Mr Benny Yeung Tsz-hei
Mr Yiu Kwok-wai
Director of Housing or his/her representative
Director of Home Affairs or his/her representative
(*new appointees)
The PMSA is a body corporate established under the Property Management Services Ordinance (Cap. 626). Its principal functions are to regulate and control the provision of property management services in Hong Kong by the licensing of property management companies and property management practitioners; to promote the integrity, competence and professionalism of the profession of property management services; and to maintain and enhance the status of the profession of property management services.
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