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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Kanis Lueng

Why Hong Kong has cancelled its New Year’s Eve fireworks

Hong Kong Kong (Geopolitical Entity) New Year
  • Hong Kong has cancelled its traditional New Year's Eve fireworks display over Victoria Harbour.
  • The decision follows a devastating fire in November that claimed 161 lives, making it the city's worst blaze since 1948.
  • Instead of pyrotechnics, the city will host a music show in Central and a three-minute light show on eight prominent landmarks.
  • Rosanna Law, the secretary for culture, sports and tourism, acknowledged the cancellation would affect some hotel and restaurant businesses.
  • This marks a significant departure from tradition, with past cancellations occurring after other tragedies and during the 2019 protests and COVID-19 pandemic.

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