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West Kowloon Cultural District
The West Kowloon Cultural District refers to a development project that seeks to create a hub of arts and cultural venues in a 40-hectare area in Hong Kong. Its location and proximity to Victoria Harbour have sparked hopes it will attract visitors and boost interest in the arts and culture. Some critics, however, argue that its multi-billion-dollar cost is a drain on the community.
The exhibition, “Treasures of Global Jewellery from the Metropolitan Museum of Art: The Body Transformed”, will run until October 19 at the Hong Kong Palace Museum on Sunday. Photo: Karma Lo
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People walk past the Hong Kong Palace Museum at the West Kowloon Cultural District on February 13. Photo: Jelly Tse
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Deal, together with US$1 billion bond issuance in tranches, will help operator meet financing challenges until property project generates revenue.

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The authority that manages Hong Kong’s West Kowloon arts hub is preparing to offer bonds for the first time. Photo: Sam Tsang
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People visit the “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum in West Kowloon Cultural District on November 23. Photo: Sun Yeung
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WestK Pet Club offers pet-friendly bicycle rentals, among other things. Photo: courtesy West Kowloon Cultural District
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