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Published: 15:41, July 4, 2026
LEAP East 2026, HK book fair, Foshan cultural and creative week
By GBA Pulse Desk
The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center will host LEAP East 2026from July 8 to 10 to connect global tech solution providers, investors, industry leaders and high-growth startups from across key future-driven sectors, including artificial intelligence, deep tech, fintech and smart cities
The technology event will feature over 250 expert speakers and more than 300 exhibitors covering core themes such as fintech, biotech and blockchain
The event will host an iconic main stage and a dedicated Ecosystem Xchange platform, alongside an integrated network for investors and startups, which will streamline deal negotiations, strategic business matchmaking and cross-border industry collaboration
The 36th Hong Kong Book Fair, one of the city’s most anticipated literary events, will kick off on July 15 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Under the theme “Cultural Legacy, Joyful Journeys,” this year’s fair features a rich lineup of author seminars, interactive cultural activities and a dedicated “World of Art and Culture” zone — all designed to spark public curiosity and encourage discovery through reading
The fair and the concurrent Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and the World of Snacks are expected to bring together more than 770 exhibitors from nearly 30 countries and regions, creating a vibrant one-stop hub for culture, sports, and gourmet experiences
Beyond the exhibition halls, over 600 cultural events will unfold both at the venue and across various locations throughout the city
Lingnan culture shines further
The FOCUS Foshan International Cultural and Creative Week, which kicked off on Friday, is being held across the city. Marking its debut in Foshan, the four-day event is expected to draw over 200 leading cultural and tourism figures from across the country, along with more than 90 government delegations representing 23 provinces
The events will feature 15 industry-specific forums, 100 co-creation workshops and a curated creative market participated by nearly 200 independent brand curators
Themed showcase tours will take place over three consecutive evenings. Coordinated activities will be hosted throughout the events to call on an extensive participation
HK’s biggest 2026 listing
Apple Inc supplier and electronics manufacturer Luxshare Precision Industry Co Ltd is set to make its public debut in Hong Kong on coming Thursday
The Shenzhen-based firm is offering 383.47 million H-shares globally at a maximum of HK$63.28 each. It aims to raise a massive HK$24 billion ($3 billion), which could make it Hong Kong’s biggest IPO of 2026 so far
Proceeds are earmarked for capacity expansion, facility upgrades, R&D, smart manufacturing improvements, industrial chain investments and bank debt repayment, according to its prospectus
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