The Government today announced it received seven bids for its Relaunch Hong Kong tender exercise.

In response to media reports, the Government said it is encouraged by the interest in the tender exercise, which was initiated by the Information Services Department.

The exercise's application period closed on May 15, and compliance checks are ongoing.

Once these checks are finalised, conforming bidders will be invited to present their proposals, the department said.

As one of the world’s most open and inter-connected economies, this initiative will help lay the groundwork to reconnect the city with global audiences after the fight against COVID-19 subsides, it added.

The department also said it aims to inform global audiences of Hong Kong’s economic recovery and responses to issues of international interest, including the facts surrounding Hong Kong’s efforts to address the COVID-19 crisis, and that the city always remains welcoming and open for business.