The Hong Kong Arts Development Awards Presentation Ceremony
Closing Speech by Dr Peter Wong
Vice-Chairman of the Hong Kong Arts Development Council
Date: May 9th, 2003
Venue: Government House

Ladies and gentlemen,

The Hong Kong Arts Development Council (ADC) formulated a three-year plan in 2001, with emphasis on developing the social functions of the arts, expanding the market for the arts and building audience participation, promoting lifelong arts education for all, and enhancing the artistic level and social status of artists. In line with these new directions, we have redoubled our efforts in establishing strategic partnerships and promoting community participation in order to create a favourable environment for artistic endeavours.

We hope the Awards will inspire young artists to continue their creative pursuits and encourage other sectors in the community including education and business to take part in the arts, so that the community as a whole will be making a concerted effort to bring the arts closer to our people.

On behalf of the ADC, I would like to thank all the participants, nominators, members of the advisory panels, the chief adjudication panel, adjudication panels and friends from the media. We sincerely hope that the Awards will receive public support and become a focal point in our arts community.

Thank you.