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Written by: Luo Kunyi
2020-11-24 17:09
Last update date: 2020-11-24 17:12
Fok Qigang, honorary president of the Hong Kong Publishing Association and initiator of the "Task Force for Supporting Book Fair Exhibitors", commented on the cancellation of the book fair on Facebook today (24th).
He called on the government to face up to the difficulties faced by the industry and provide appropriate support, including compensation for the cancellation of the preparation expenses paid by exhibitors for the two book fairs, and communication with different stakeholders to improve the book online sales platform, and through the launch of "Book Coupons" "And increase publicity channels to encourage the public to participate in this year's "Online Book Fair".
Huo Qigang said that he sought support from the government for exhibitors through different channels, and heard many inspirational stories from the industry along the way. During the epidemic, everyone worked silently and initiated different types of activities to support the digitalization of local writers and publishing houses, and encourage the development and use of the industry. The electronic platform strives to promote the transformation of the industry, and the spirit of continuous self-improvement is admirable.
Huo Qigang Facebook page.
(Online screenshot)
However, the book fair originally scheduled for the annual theme "Spiritual Inspiration" was reluctantly cancelled after many twists and turns.
He believes that protecting the health of the public is the primary consideration of the SAR government, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and book fair exhibitors. We understand that this year’s book fair must be cancelled due to the drastic changes in the epidemic. We are also happy to see that the government allocated 40 million yuan to subsidize booksellers until next year. .
Huo Qigang also pointed out that the publishing industry carries the history and culture of a city, and he hopes that the SAR government will pay attention to the importance of publishing and reading to society, grasp the enlightenment brought by the epidemic, formulate long-term cultural policies, help the industry to transform digitally, and create a cultural and creative industry The platform supports the development of the publishing industry.
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