Hong Kong has been selected as the exclusive venue for the Vinexpo Asia Trade Fair from 2027 to 2031, marking a rotation with Singapore. The organizer of the fair, Vinexposium, has confirmed its intention to dedicate five years to the city, signing an agreement of understanding with the Board of Tourism. The president of the Tourist Board, Lam Kin-ngok, stated that this collaboration represents a significant step forward in Hong Kong's prominence as a leader destination for wine, spirits, and culinary experiences in Asia. 'Our decision is a strong testimony of Hong Kong's advancement as a business international center, superior connecting point between East and West, and one of the most important places in the world for wine displays,' added Lam. 'Furthermore, it demonstrates the confidence that event organizers and negotiations will continue to entrust Hong Kong.' Robert Fabien, vice-mareschal of the Bordeaux wine region, was present in Hong Kong to sign the contract as the representative of the region's chamber of commerce and industry.

It is a project of long-term and long-term nature, 'he said, describing the new relationship as a sign of stability and continuity necessary in business. Sanchez Deborah, director of external operations of Vinexposium, observed 'significant signs of recovery' in Hong Kong and the stabilization of the Chinese market. 'Looking at this impulse, we made a clear and decisive choice for the future: Vinexpo Asia will take place from June 8 to 10, 2027. From now on, Hong Kong will be our permanent annual venue,' she said. 'Establishing Vinexpo Asia here as an annual permanent event, we offer our exhibitors and foreign enterprises a clear, reliable, and real anchorage for planning, investing, and growing together.' The Vinexpo Asia fair has been held at the Convention and Exhibition Center of Hong Kong in May.

It has hosted 14, 273 professionals from 76 markets, with 1, 192 exhibitors from 38 countries and regions, and facilitated 4, 241 pre-booked meetings, bringing together buyers, decision-makers, and corporate leaders. 'These results are not just statistics; they reflect the confidence that the industry rests in Vinexpo Asia and its continuous function as a place where international businesses converge, knowledge, and relationships,' added Sanchez. Following the city's development index, the import value of wine in the city was HK$4. 7 billion in the first eight months of the current year, registering a 16. 2% increase, with an increase of 8% in re-exports to HK$1. 1 billion.