Meeting Between Hong Kong Beauty Industry and Tourism Commission
Date: July 3, 2025 (Thursday)
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM (Registration starts at 9:15 AM)
Venue: Room 506, Legislative Council

On July 3, 2025, a significant meeting took place between representatives of Hong Kong’s beauty industry and the Tourism Commission at Room 506 of the Legislative Council. The focus of the meeting was to discuss the collective vision of establishing Hong Kong as the “Beauty Capital of Asia.” A PowerPoint presentation outlining this vision was submitted in advance to Legislative Council member Mr. Shiu and the Tourism Commission.

The meeting showcased a collaborative effort among key stakeholders from the beauty industry, highlighting their unity, professionalism, and shared commitment to achieving this goal. Below are the key details of the meeting:

  1. Opening Remarks by Legislative Council Member Mr. Shiu Ka-fai
    • Mr. Shiu welcomed the attendees and emphasized the importance of collaboration between the beauty industry and the government.
  2. Welcome Message from the Tourism Commission Representatives
    • Representatives from the Tourism Commission expressed their openness to exploring ways to promote Hong Kong’s beauty industry on a global stage.
  3. Introduction of Beauty Industry Representatives
    • Ms. Grace Tse (President) provided a 3-5 minute overview of the industry’s vision and achievements.
  4. Presentation: “Driving Hong Kong as the Beauty Capital of Asia”
    The presentation was divided into three key pillars:
    • Beauty Retail:
      Presented by Ms. Shirley Chan (President of Sa Sa), showcasing Hong Kong as a shopper’s paradise with unparalleled freedom and excitement in beauty product retail (7 minutes).
    • Premium Services:
      • Beauty Services: Presented by Mr. Ray Chow and Mr. Nelson Yip, emphasizing Hong Kong’s leadership in the Asian beauty services sector (7 minutes).
      • Hair Services: Presented by Mr. Charlie Hui, highlighting Hong Kong’s top-tier hairdressing services (7 minutes).
    • Beauty Events:
      • Asia-Pacific Beauty Expo: Presented by Informa Markets, outlining the significance of this global event in promoting Hong Kong as a beauty hub (8 minutes).
      • Happy Hong Kong Concept: Presented by Ms. Juliana, focusing on a series of initiatives and events to further solidify Hong Kong’s position in the beauty industry (7 minutes).
  5. Interactive Session:
    • An open platform for the beauty industry and the Tourism Commission to exchange ideas and provide suggestions for future collaboration.
  6. Follow-Up Actions:
    • A summary report of the meeting will be submitted to the Culture, Sports, and Tourism Bureau, highlighting the importance of establishing a permanent communication mechanism between the beauty industry and the government.

Outcome and Next Steps

The meeting was a successful step toward fostering deeper collaboration between the beauty industry and the Tourism Commission. It reinforced the industry’s vision of making Hong Kong the “Beauty Capital of Asia” through retail excellence, premium services, and world-class events. Moving forward, the industry hopes to build a strong and enduring partnership with the government to realize this shared vision.

This meeting showcased the strength, unity, and professionalism of Hong Kong’s beauty industry, leaving a positive impression on the Tourism Commission and setting the stage for future progress.