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HONG KONG, CHINA, HOST CITY FOR WORLD 2006
ITU TELECOM WORLD 2006 will take place from 4-8
December 2006 in the vibrant city of Hong Kong, China. For further information
about the host city, Hong Kong, China, click
here. Most updated
tourist information is available at the website of
Hong Kong Tourism Board.
Click on the Leisure Tips button for tips on how to make the most of your spare
time during your trio trip to Hong Kong!
ASIA WORLD-EXPO: THE VENUE
ITU TELECOM WORLD will take place at
AsiaWorld-Expo,
an exciting new venue conveniently situated at the Hong Kong International
Airport. It offers over 66,000 m² of rentable space for trade fairs,
conventions or entertainment events. The modern complex is located at the centre
of an extensive and efficient air, land and marine transport network connecting
Hong Kong with China's Pearl River Delta and the world's business capitals.
Some features of ASIAWORLD-EXPO
- AsiaWorld-Expo offers 10 ground-level, column free exhibition halls and a meeting and conference centre, with a range of meeting rooms in various sizes.
- Each hall has its own underground utility servicing, data and telecoms connections.
- All the halls have ground level access, allowing easy and quick access for contractors, exhibitors and visitors alike.
LANGUAGE
Hong Kong has a population of 7 million people. Almost 95% of
the population is Chinese. The official languages are Chinese and English, with
Cantonese the most widely spoken Chinese dialect. English is widely spoken in
Hong Kong. Most signs are in both English and Chinese.
TIME/CALENDAR
Hong Kong Standard time is GMT/UTC +8
CLIMATE
Hong Kong has a sub-tropical climate with distinct seasonal
changes. It is the most pleasant time when you visit Hong Kong in late November
and early December. The weather will be cool with low humidity. Temperature
ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 28°C (82°F) with humidity average at 70%. Occasional
chills make woolens and overcoats worth bringing. For more information, please
visit the Hong Kong Observatory's website
www.hko.gov.hk
For more practical information visit:
http://www.icc.com.hk/world2006/ |
