陈茂波：今年前五月香港吸引约2000万人次旅客

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that Hong Kong is experiencing a significant increase in tourist arrivals, with approximately 20 million visitors in the first five months of the year, a 10% year-on-year increase, primarily from mainland China [1] - The government estimates that major events in the first half of the year will attract around 840,000 tourists, generating HKD 3.3 billion in consumer spending and HKD 1.8 billion in economic value added [1] - Various cultural, sports, and entertainment events are enriching Hong Kong's offerings, appealing to local and regional audiences, including over 80 million people in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [1] Group 2 - The industry is actively promoting events, such as the international pop concert at Kai Tak Sports Park, which successfully offered accommodation packages [2] - Collaboration between performance venues and the tourism sector is ongoing, with initiatives to provide discounts and packages that enhance the event experience [2] - Looking ahead to the second half of 2025, multiple cultural and sports events are planned, which, along with new attractions, are expected to continue driving tourist numbers upward [2]