(Xinhua)
Updated: 2007-08-24 10:20

HONG KONG - The 26th Hong Kong Watch and Clock Fair will start from September 5, announced the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (TDC) here Thursday.

Jointly organized by TDC, the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and the Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Ltd, this year's Hong Kong Watch and Clock Fair will gather more than 800 exhibitors from 18 countries and regions.

"The fair's Brand Name Gallery will showcase 110 prestigious brands and designer collections, up more than 14 per cent over last year. The popular Asian Watch Conference will also be held during the fair period," said Assistant Executive Director of TDC Raymond Yip.

Mini-watch parades will also be held throughout the fair period, highlighting some of the outstanding designs from exhibitors.

According to Co-Chairman of the Fair Organizing Committee Bob Wai, Hong Kong watch and clock exports totaled HK$22 billion (US$2.82 billion) in the first six months of 2007, up 5.2 percent over last year.

Hong Kong is the second-largest watch and clock exporter in the world, with exports to the United States and Europe making up 40 percent of the total, Wai said.