The Financial Secretary of Hong Kong, Paul Chan Mo-po, has expressed his interest in providing more venues for “urban sports” in the city. In his blog, he mentioned a proposal to transform some unused floors of the Kwun Chung Municipal Building into indoor venues for skateboarding and climbing. He also proposed upgrading the nearby George V Memorial Park’s basketball court to an urban sports center that includes both indoor and outdoor venues. Technical feasibility studies for these projects are expected to be completed within the year.
Last week, the 68-year-old Chen Maobo skateboarded with a group of skateboarders in Kwun Tong Waterfront Park, an experience he described as challenging and unforgettable. He expressed his gratitude for the encouragement he received from a young skateboarder who was impressed with his skills. Chan believes that the resumption of large-scale sports events following the pandemic will bring significant benefits to Hong Kong.
【Now News Channel】Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po stated in his blog that he will study to provide more venues for “urban sports”.
Chen Maobo: “How do you think I learned just now?”
Skateboarder: “I feel like at your age, you’ve learned this in 30 minutes. I feel super invincible.”
Chen Maobo: “Thank you for your encouragement.”
The 68-year-old Chen Maobo skateboarded with a group of skateboarders in Kwun Tong Waterfront Park last week. He described the experience of trying to challenge himself for the first time when he summoned up the courage to “step on the board” is unforgettable.
Chen Maobo also mentioned that the budget proposes to study the reconstruction of some unused floors of the Kwun Chung Municipal Building and turn them into indoor venues suitable for “urban sports” such as skateboarding and climbing; at the same time, it is proposed to study the basketball court in the nearby George V Memorial Park in Kowloon , upgraded to an urban sports center that includes indoor and outdoor venues, the technical feasibility study of the reconstruction project is expected to be completed within this year; it is also pointed out that this year is in the golden period of post-epidemic recovery, and it is believed that the resumption of large-scale sports events will bring benefits to Hong Kong .
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In conclusion, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po’s plan to provide more venues for “urban sports” is a welcome step towards promoting an active and healthy lifestyle among Hong Kong citizens. Chen Maobo’s own experience of trying out skateboarding for the first time at the age of 68 is a testament to the fact that it is never too late to challenge oneself and try new things. We hope that the proposed reconstruction projects will be completed soon, and that Hong Kong can look forward to a bright future of post-epidemic recovery, with the resumption of large-scale sports events bringing benefits to the city.
