Hong Kong will make National Games ‘unforgettable experience’, city’s leader says

Hong Kong is ready to co-host the National Games and will focus on refining services and optimising sports events set to be held locally, the city’s leader has said in the 100-day run-up to the contest’s opening in November.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on Saturday also said that all eight host venues for major competitions would finish their final rehearsals in the next few months, with organisers to focus on enhancing security and hospitality, among other areas.

“Hong Kong will give full play to its international and professional advantages to contribute to the country’s efforts in becoming a powerful sports nation through professional teamwork, rigorous event organisation and humanised service details,” he said.

“Hong Kong will also use the Games to further develop the sports industry within the Greater Bay Area, promote youth sports exchange and allow more residents, including those with disabilities, to enjoy sports.”

Lee officiated at a ceremony marking 100 days until the launch of the National Games on Saturday.

The city leader was joined by Beijing’s liaison chief in Hong Kong, Zhou Ji, sports minister Rosanna Law Shuk-pui and Yeung Tak-keung, the head of the city’s National Games Coordination Office, at the Hong Kong Velodrome Park.

The Games, which will run from November 9 to 21, will feature more than 400 events across 34 sports. The competitions will be co-hosted by Hong Kong, Guangdong and Macau.