Beijing Gifts Hong Kong Two Giant Pandas for Handover Anniversary
The new pandas aim to boost tourism and celebrate the 27th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to Chinese rule.
- Chief Executive John Lee expressed gratitude for the central government's support.
- The pandas will be housed in Ocean Park, continuing a tradition from 1999 and 2007.
- Previous pairs of pandas brought significant joy and tourism revenue to Hong Kong.
- Authorities are making intensive preparations for the pandas' arrival in a few months.
- Details about the pandas will be shared by authorities on Tuesday.