The Government today announced that the Chief Executive has appointed Bernard Chan to succeed Henry Tang as West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) Board Chairman, as well as Jat Sew-tong and Eliza Chan as Vice-Chairman and a new member of the board, for two years starting October 1.

Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Rosanna Law said that Bernard Chan had been a board member for a number of years before serving as Vice-Chairman, and is well acquainted with the West Kowloon Cultural District (WKCD) project.

She highlighted that Mr Chan's rich experience in administrative management and public services, as well as his extensive business network, will enable him to lead the WKCDA in developing the WKCD into a cultural tourism landmark earning worldwide acclaim, elevating the stature of Hong Kong on the international cultural landscape stage.

Miss Law emphasised that Jat Sew-tong has been actively providing valuable insights and contributions to various aspects of the WKCDA's work since joining the board in 2022. In addition to stressing that she believes Mr Jat could drive the continuous development of the WKCD, she welcomed Eliza Chan to join and add new momentum to the board.

Moreover, Miss Law expressed her gratitude to Mr Tang for his tremendous contributions to the development of the WKCD over the years.

“Under his adept leadership, the WKCD has achieved many important milestones. During his tenure, various world-class arts and cultural facilities in the WKCD have been completed and commissioned, including the Xiqu Centre, Freespace, M+ and the Hong Kong Palace Museum.

“The WKCDA has also successfully brought exhibitions and stage productions to the Mainland and overseas, showcasing and enhancing Hong Kong's cultural soft power and consolidating its position as an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchanges,” she added.