House Rules
Participants attending International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum for Asia 2025 Hong Kong Conference must comply with the following rules stipulated by the Organisers:
1. Only confirmed registered participants shall be admitted to the Summit. Confirmed participants have to present admission badge for admission. The Organisers reserve the right to refuse admission of any person who fail to comply with the above arrangement.
2. All admission badges are non-transferrable. Valid admission badge must be conspicuously presented when entering the venue, and each participant must wear the admission badge such that it is shown clearly at all times.
3. Participants must dress in proper attire. Participants in improper attire shall not be admitted to the venue.
4. Any person may be refused entry if their clothing or accessories carries the following messages (including text and graphics):
· political, racial, religious or offensive messages.
· flags, designs or messages that may be used for protest or demonstration.
5. Luggage, oversized bags, backpacks and umbrellas, etc., are to be stored in the cloak room until the owners leave the venue. The Organisers reserve the right to request any items to be kept at the cloak room. If such items have not been retrieved within one hour after the end of the Summit, they would be sent to the Lost & Found Unit of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
6. Posters, placards, flags, banners, buntings, flyers or publicity materials of any kinds shall not be brought into and/or used/displayed in the venue without prior permission of the Organisers. The Organisers reserve the right to refuse admission of any uncooperative participant/person or remove such person from the venue.
7. Outside food or drinks shall not be brought into and/or consumed in the venue without prior permission of the Organisers.
8. To ensure public safety and order at the venue, participants shall not bring any plastic, glass, metal bottles or containers, bottled or canned drinks, or any other dangerous items into the venue. The Organisers and venue security staff have the authority to inspect the personal belongings of participants seeking entry to the venue.
9. Security staff are authorised to invite any person present at or entering the venue to undergo security checking, and to show personal belongings and bags. Participants who refuse to undergo security checking without good reason may be denied entry and be removed from the venue.
10. Use of loud hailer/amplifier, chanting of slogans, shouting, distribution or display of materials, or behaviour in any form that may disrupt the event and/or affect other participants shall be prohibited. Offenders may be removed from the venue immediately.
11. Persons entering into or inside the venue should not intentionally cause any obstruction to the entrance, exit, staircase, passage, district passageway, emergency exit or emergency passageway of the venue.
12. Interference with the smooth running of the event in any form is strictly prohibited. Such persons may be removed from the venue.
13. Security staff at the venue may intercept or interdict persons who constitute a threat to event safety and order for any reason, including those apparently under the influence of alcohol or drugs and those in possession of dangerous items or substances. Such persons may be denied from entry or be removed from the venue.
14. No video shooting and sound recording are permitted during the Summit. No video camera and audio recording equipment are allowed without the permission of the Organisers.
15. Participants shall follow the advice of the staff of the Organisers during the event. The Organisers reserve the rights to deny entry to the venue or remove from it any person who fails to comply with the above rules and regulations. Such persons are not allowed to re-enter the venue during the event.
Interpretation of these House Rules and any terms or expressions herein is the sole prerogative of the Organisers. The Organisers and the security staff reserve the right of final decision on the House Rules and relevant issues.
Arrangement for Inclement Weather
All participants are requested to note the respective contingency measures in the event of Tropical Cyclone (commonly known as “typhoon”) No. 8 Signal (or above), or the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal being issued during or before the commencement of the International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum of Boao Forum for Asia 2025 Hong Kong Conference (hereafter “the Conference”).
A. Pre-No. 8 Signal Special Announcement or Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 (or above)
At 7:00 am:
If the Pre-No. 8 Signal Special Announcement or the Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 (or above) is issued or in force, the morning sessions will be cancelled.
If the Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 (or above) is issued but cancelled at 6:59 am or before, the Conference will continue as originally scheduled.
At 10:00 am:
After the morning session is cancelled, if the Pre-No. 8 Signal Special Announcement or the Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 (or above) is still effective at 10:00 am, the afternoon programme of the Conference will be cancelled.
If the Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 (or above) is cancelled at 09:59 am or before, the Conference will be resumed at 2:00 pm with the programme adjusted. Participants and Conference working staff members are reminded to return to the Conference as soon as possible.
*The registration counter will be re-opened as soon as possible after the Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 (or above) is cancelled.
During the Conference (including the registration period):
If the Pre-No. 8 Signal Special Announcement is issued during the Conference, the event will be closed in two hours after the announcement. The Organiser will notify the participants at once through the Conference website and via onsite announcement. In the unlikely situation where the Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 (or above) is issued without a pre-announcement, the same arrangement will apply.
Remarks: The Conference will continue as scheduled when the Standby Signal No.1 or the Strong Wind Signal No.3 is in force.
B. Black Rainstorm Warning Signal
At 7:00 am:
If the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal is issued or in force, the morning sessions will be cancelled. The Conference will resume at 2:00 pm with the programme adjusted.
If the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal is cancelled at 6:59 am or before, the Conference will continue as originally scheduled.
At 10:00 am:
If the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal, previously effective at 7:00 am, is still in force at 10:00 am, even it is subsequently cancelled at 10:00 am, the afternoon programme of the Conference will be cancelled.
If the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal, previously effective at 7:00 am, is cancelled, the programme of the Conference will resume at 2:00 pm with the programme adjusted.
Remarks: The Conference will continue as scheduled when the Standby Signal No.1 or the Strong Wind Signal No.3 is in force. Announcements will be made through the Conference website. Please visit the website https://bfa-istif.cn/ for the latest arrangements.
For media inquiries, please contact the Organisation at (852) 28166833. Implementation of the above special arrangements may be adjusted, depending on the actual conditions or upon request by the police officer in-charge or the security unit of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Organiser will announce the changes, if any, as soon as possible.
House Rules
Participants attending International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum for Asia 2025 Hong Kong Conference (hereafter “the Conference”) must comply with the following rules stipulated by the Organisers:
1. Only confirmed registered participants shall be admitted to the Conference. Confirmed participants have to present admission badge for admission. The Organisers reserve the right to refuse admission of any person who fail to comply with the above arrangement.
2. All admission badges are non-transferrable. Valid admission badge must be conspicuously presented when entering the venue, and each participant must wear the admission badge such that it is shown clearly at all times.
3. Participants must dress in proper attire. Participants in improper attire shall not be admitted to the venue.
4. Any person may be refused entry if their clothing or accessories carries the following messages (including text and graphics):
· political, racial, religious or offensive messages.
· flags, designs or messages that may be used for protest or demonstration.
5. Luggage, oversized bags, backpacks and umbrellas, etc., are to be stored in the cloak room until the owners leave the venue. The Organisers reserve the right to request any items to be kept at the cloak room. If such items have not been retrieved within one hour after the end of the Summit, they would be sent to the Lost & Found Unit of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
6. Posters, placards, flags, banners, buntings, flyers or publicity materials of any kinds shall not be brought into and/or used/displayed in the venue without prior permission of the Organisers. The Organisers reserve the right to refuse admission of any uncooperative participant/person or remove such person from the venue.
7. Outside food or drinks shall not be brought into and/or consumed in the venue without prior permission of the Organisers.
8. To ensure public safety and order at the venue, participants shall not bring any plastic, glass, metal bottles or containers, bottled or canned drinks, or any other dangerous items into the venue. The Organisers and venue security staff have the authority to inspect the personal belongings of participants seeking entry to the venue.
9. Security staff are authorised to invite any person present at or entering the venue to undergo security checking, and to show personal belongings and bags. Participants who refuse to undergo security checking without good reason may be denied entry and be removed from the venue.
10. Use of loud hailer/amplifier, chanting of slogans, shouting, distribution or display of materials, or behaviour in any form that may disrupt the event and/or affect other participants shall be prohibited. Offenders may be removed from the venue immediately.
11. Persons entering into or inside the venue should not intentionally cause any obstruction to the entrance, exit, staircase, passage, district passageway, emergency exit or emergency passageway of the venue.
12. Interference with the smooth running of the event in any form is strictly prohibited. Such persons may be removed from the venue.
13. Security staff at the venue may intercept or interdict persons who constitute a threat to event safety and order for any reason, including those apparently under the influence of alcohol or drugs and those in possession of dangerous items or substances. Such persons may be denied from entry or be removed from the venue.
14. No video shooting and sound recording are permitted during the Summit. No video camera and audio recording equipment are allowed without the permission of the Organisers.
15. Participants shall follow the advice of the staff of the Organisers during the event. The Organisers reserve the rights to deny entry to the venue or remove from it any person who fails to comply with the above rules and regulations. Such persons are not allowed to re-enter the venue during the event.
Interpretation of these House Rules and any terms or expressions herein is the sole prerogative of the Organisers. The Organisers and the security staff reserve the right of final decision on the House Rules and relevant issues.
International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum of Boao Forum for Asia 2025 Hong Kong Conference
The International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum of Boao Forum for Asia 2025 Hong Kong Conference will be held in Hong Kong, China from June 6-7, 2025. We extend a warm welcome to all delegates and guests!
About Hong Kong
● Located on the eastern coast of the Pearl River Estuary in southern China, Hong Kong borders Macau to the west, Shenzhen to the north, and the South China Sea to the south. Comprising Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories, and 262 outlying islands, it covers a land area of approximately 1,113 square kilometers.
● With a subtropical monsoon climate, Hong Kong experiences four distinct seasons and an average annual temperature of 23.3°C. As the world's third-largest financial center, a major international trade and shipping hub, and a global innovation and technology center, Hong Kong consistently ranks among the world's most competitive economies.
● Hong Kong's unique charm as a blend of Chinese and Western cultures has made it an international tourist and culinary destination, earning it the reputation of being the "Pearl of the East". "Pearl of the East." Leveraging the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area strategy, Hong Kong continues to strengthen its financial advantages while advancing breakthroughs in technological innovation to establish itself as a global hub of science, technology and innovation.
Currency
The official currency is the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD), with an approximate exchange rate of 1 USD ≈ 7.8 HKD (subject to daily bank rates). Currency exchange services are available at banks, money changers, and most hotels. Visa, MasterCard, and UnionPay are widely accepted across hotels, restaurants, and shopping malls and other primary spending venues.
Telephone
China's country code is +86, and Hong Kong's area code is +852. Local calls can be made directly from hotel rooms. For domestic or international long-distance calls, please consult hotel front desk staff for tariff details. All charges (local/domestic/international) will be settled at check-out.
Time Zone
Hong Kong observes China Standard Time (CST), officially designated as UTC+08:00. The territory maintains an eight-hour temporal advance relative to both Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
Recommended Hotels
1. Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
● Address: 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
● Contact: +852 2588 1234
● Transportation:
—Hong Kong International Airport: 37 km (40 minute taxi/65 minute Airport Express + MTR)
—Hong Kong West Kowloon Station: 8 km (16 minute taxi/23 minute MTR)
—Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre: 3 minute walk
● Reservation Link:
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/HKGGH/G-0BOA
● Booking steps: Access the official reservation portal via the designated booking link, specify arrival and departure dates, select preferred accommodation category, and then finalize reservation submission. Attendees can enjoy the room reservation agreement price during the conference period as follows,
Stay Period: 5-8 June 2025 (3 nights)
Deluxe Room: HKD 2,200/night (single breakfast)
Deluxe Harbour View Room: HKD 2,480/night (double breakfast)
● Notes: Credit card guarantee required (VISA, MasterCard, American Express); no cancellations/amendments post-confirmation.
● If you have any needs, please feel free to contact the hotel at any time:
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
hkggh.gcc.reservations@hyatt.com
2. Renaissance Harbour View Hotel Hong Kong
● Address: 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
● Contact: +852 2802 8888
● Transportation:
—Hong Kong International Airport: 37 km (40 minute taxi/65 minute Airport Express + MTR)
—Hong Kong West Kowloon Station: 8 km (16 minute taxi/23 minute MTR)
—Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre: 3 minute walk
● Reservation Link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1747724648540&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink
● Booking steps: Enter the official website through the booking link, select the date and room type, and complete the payment. The room reservation agreement price during the conference is as follows,
Stay Period: 5-8 June 2025 (3 nights)
Garden View Room: HKD 1,600/night (single breakfast)
Garden View Twin Room: HKD 1,800/night (double breakfast)
● Notes: Credit card guarantee required. Prices may vary based on availability. Final rate confirmed at checkout.
● If you have any needs, please feel free to contact the hotel at any time:
Renaissance Harbour View Hotel Hong Kong rika.kwong@renaissancehotels.com
3. Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel
● Address: 180 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
● Contact: +852 2721 1211
● Transportation:
—Hong Kong International Airport: 40 km (47 minute taxi/70 minute Airport Express + MTR)
—Hong Kong West Kowloon Station: 10 km (21 minute taxi/40 minute MTR)
—Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre: 7.5 km (15 minute taxi/30 minute MTR)
● Reservation Link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1747727365321&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink
● Booking steps: Click on the link to enter the booking system, fill in the check-in information, and complete the payment. The agreed price for the conference is as follows,
Stay Period: 5-8 June 2025 (3 nights)
Deluxe Room: HKD 1,300/night (single breakfast)
Deluxe Twin Room: HKD 1,450/night (double breakfast)
● Notes: Credit card guarantee required; non-refundable post-confirmation. Final rate confirmed at checkout.
● If you have any needs, please feel free to contact the hotel at any time:
Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel
mhrs.hkgop.sales@marriotthotels.com
Transportation Services
Free Shuttle Bus Schedule (Updates Pending):
Registration
Venue: Registration Desk, 3/F, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (receive conference credentials and materials)
Hours:
June 5: 10:00-19:00
June 6: 08:00-19:00
June 7: 08:30-16:00
(All guests are supposed to arrive before 09:30 AM; media before 09:00 AM)
I. Online Registration Checklist:
1. Personal details: Full name, organization, job title, mobile number, email.
2. Photo (optional): Full-face with clear facial features; JPG/PNG format, ≤1MB.
3. Valid ID (optional): (Mainland Resident Identity Card / Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan Resident Identity Card / Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan Residents / Passport).
II. Certificate Collection
After registration, please present your confirmation email or valid identification information to the conference registration desk to collect your certificate.
If you lose your certificate, please bring the documents submitted by the reissuer online and fill out the conference reissuance application form. After obtaining a new certificate, the lost ones will be invalidated and cannot be used again.
If you authorize someone else to collect the certificate on your behalf, please provide the following documents:
1. Complete the conference proxy certificate application form and have the inviter sign it in person for verification.
2. The proxy’s valid identification (Mainland Resident Identity Card / Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan Resident Identity Card / Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan Residents / Passport).
III. Certificate Usage Rules
1. Conference certificates are strictly for personal use and shall not be transferred to others. Delegates must safeguard their certificates after issuance and assume full responsibility for any loss, which will require reapplication and reissuance at the registration desk.
2. Certificate usage permissions and boundaries follow the event's credential policy. Delegates are required to arrive punctually according to session schedules and refrain from unauthorized access to restricted areas.
3. Accredited media personnel have designated access zones in all venues requiring presentation of valid media certificates. Entry to specialized areas (e.g., interview zones for VIP guests) is strictly permitted only under staff guidance.
4. All participants must comply with conference regulations and health protocols. The conference retains the final interpretation right for the use of certificate.
IV. Support Services
For any inquiries related to certificates, please contact the International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum of Boao Forum for Asia.
Official Hotline: +86 13925059342
Conference Agenda
Please visit the official website of the International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum of Boao Forum for Asia (http://www.bfa-istif.cn/) to access the latest conference schedule. (The website is continuously updated)
Catering
Complimentary lunch will be provided during the conference for delegates with valid guest certificates, accessible upon presentation of your conference certificate and meal voucher. (Meal vouchers will be distributed alongside certificates)
Time & Venue:
June 6: 12:00-14:00, Level 4, Whisk (Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre)
June 7: 12:00-14:00, Hall 3F (Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre)
Dress Code
With average temperatures ranging from 24°C to 34°C in June, delegates are advised to wear formal suit or business casual attire according to session requirements.
Language Service
Simultaneous interpretation services in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English will be available. Delegates may collect dedicated headsets at the venue.
Press Center
Location: S422, 4/F, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Opening Hours:
June 6: 09:00-19:00
June 7: 08:30-18:00
Contact: Li Yuyin +86 15915753051
Conference Updates & Media Coverage
For conference bulletins and news reports, please visit the official website (http://www.bfa-istif.cn/) or follow the official WeChat account of the International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum of Boao Forum for Asia.
Wi-Fi Access
Free Wi-Fi is available at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, and Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel.
Medical Services
Emergency medical services will be available on-site throughout the conference. Please follow on-site instructions for arrangements.
Insurance
Registration fees do NOT include any form of insurance. All delegates are strongly recommended to secure comprehensive overseas travel and medical insurance prior to arrival, with coverage including:
1. Cancellation-related losses (e.g., deposits, registration fees)
2. Transportation costs (for any reason)
3. Medical expenses
4. Personal property loss
5. Additional expenses from itinerary changes
6. Repatriation fees
Environmental Reminder
To promote a low-carbon event, please minimize the use of non-biodegradable plastic products during the conference.
Attachment: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Map
