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Hong Kong’s biggest concert venue steps up security in wake of Manchester terror attack

AsiaWorld-Expo, which is due to host US singer Ariana Grande in September, says it will begin using metal detectors to screen concertgoers at upcoming events

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A woman sits in the street in a blanket near the Manchester Arena as police guard the area following an explosion on Monday night. Photo: EPA
Ng Kang-chungandAdam Wright

Hong Kong’s AsiaWorld-Expo has said it will step up security measures for its coming concerts in the wake of Monday night’s terror attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, ahead of a scheduled performance from the US singer later this year.

In a statement following the incident that left at least 22 dead and more than 50 injured at the Manchester Arena following a performance from Grande, the Hong Kong venue said it will begin using metal detectors to screen for potential threats, in addition to its usual baggage inspections.

It also said it would consider using search dogs for any suspicious items or requiring visitors to wear security straps to track them while in the venue.

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Ariana Grande is due to perform in Hong Kong on September 21. Photo: AP
Ariana Grande is due to perform in Hong Kong on September 21. Photo: AP

A spokesman for the AsiaWorld-Expo said the “tracking strap” could also help the management control crowds and monitor the flow of people and allow for a quick response in case of an emergency.

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Meanwhile, tickets still appear to be on sale for Grande’s planned concert in Hong Kong at the AsiaWorld-Expo on September 21.

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