Current location:Worldly Wisdom news portal > opinions
Chubby Hearts Hong Kong: Gov't gave HK$7.8 million for installation
Worldly Wisdom news portal2024-05-07 14:30:37【opinions】7People have gathered around
IntroductionA government fund contributed around HK$7.8 million for an open-air art installation of giant heart-
A government fund contributed around HK$7.8 million for an open-air art installation of giant heart-shaped balloons around Hong Kong, a Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (CSTB) spokesperson has said, after the bureau earlier declined to reveal the amount provided for the event.
Launched on Wednesday, Chubby Hearts Hong Kong is part of the authorities’ drive to bring large-scale “mega events” to the city to boost an economy struggling to recover after all Covid-19 restrictions were lifted early last year. It was organised by the Hong Kong Design Centre, with funding support from the government’s Mega Arts and Cultural Events (ACE) Fund.
Subscribe to HKFP's twice-weekly newsletter for a concise round-up of local news and our best coverage. Unsubscribe at any time - we will not pass on your data to third parties.
Processing… Success! You're on the list. Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Please reload the page and try again.Since its unveiling, the heart balloons have popped up at various locations across the city, attracting couples to pose in front of them as well as criticism. In a Thursday Facebook post, shareholder activist David Webb questioned how much the installation had cost taxpayers.
The CSBT later told lawmakers the maximum funding amount for each project was HK$15 million, but the ACE committee could adjust that amount for a specific project’s requirements, if necessary.
Address of this article:http://brunei.whetstonetavern.com/news-8e199989.html
Very good!(6892)
Related articles
- Russia critic Kara
- KiwiRail seeks advice to extend life of Interislander Kaitaki ferry
- Chinese media levels Australian spy claim
- Kaimanawa horses adoptions threatened by cost of living
- With college football drama behind him, Devontez Walker eager to show his talent with Baltimore
- ancient chinese scroll sells for fifty seven million dollars
- ancient chinese scroll sells for fifty seven million dollars
- South China Sea News: Naval base expansion 'gives China more power in disputed sea'
- ABC News president Kim Godwin steps down
- Eli Lilly's new ad says weight
Popular articles
Recommended
Giants rookie Mason Black makes MLB debut in Philadelphia against childhood favorite Phillies
Communist Party anniversary will be the 'elephant in the room', expert says
Palmerston North businesses not sold on benefits of cycle lanes
Olivia Munn's breast cancer diagnosis raising awareness for women to seek additional screening
Edward Olivares' grand slam and Mitch Keller's complete game lead Pirates over Angels 4
Chinese President Xi Jinping sends a message of sympathy to Donald Trump
Police tackle wheel
Four Astronauts From Four Countries Return to Earth After Six Months in Orbit
Links
- Xi Focus: Xi Addresses Opening Ceremony of High
- Xi Sends Congratulatory Letter to 5th Arabic Arts Festival
- Xi Focus: Xi Meets with Macao SAR Chief Executive
- Xi Exchanges Congratulations with Governor
- President Xi to Make New Year Address to Ring in 2023
- Chinese, Vietnamese Leaders Exchange Spring Festival Greetings
- Xi Jinping Delivers Speech at Central Rural Work Conference
- Xi Calls on Economic Daily to Better Tell China's Economic Development Stories
- Xi Jinping Delivers Speech at Central Rural Work Conference
- Chinese President Appoints New Ambassadors