Finland's Gift of Pandas to Ocean Park Brings Christmas Joy to Hong Kong
Finland's Giant Pandas Arrive in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is ready to welcome Finland's two new giant pandas, An An and Ke Ke, as they set to debut at Ocean Park by Christmas. After a nearly 12-hour journey from Sichuan, these joyful bears will bring double happiness to the city. Eric Chan Kwok-ki, Hong Kong's No. 2 official, led a ceremonial welcome, expressing gratitude for their safe arrival.
Excitement Builds for Ocean Park's Panda Display
Ocean Park's chairman Paulo Pong Kin-yee is optimistic about the new pandas attracting hordes of visitors by December. The park has undergone renovations to better accommodate these adorable creatures. With a generous HK$121 million donation from the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, plans are underway to enhance panda infrastructure.
- The bears will undergo a 30-day quarantine.
- A public competition will help give them new names.
- Hong Kong hopes to maintain a steady influx of revenue through ticket sales.
Insights from the Experts
Sichuan-based experts accompanied the pandas to provide care and monitoring. They described An An as lively and curious, while Ke Ke is dubbed a feisty, charming climber. The excitement is palpable as residents eagerly await their grand unveiling and new adventures ahead.
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