Cultural Policy and East Asian Rivalry: The Hong Kong Gaming Industry

Cultural Policy and East Asian Rivalry explores the challenges faced by the creative industries in Hong Kong in relation to the wider East Asian context in countries including Singapore, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Malaysia, and China. Fung argues that a lack of cultural policy in Hong Kong has damaged the gaming industry and by extension all creative industries in the region by rendering them uncompetitive, while the growing strength of cultural policy in other countries has created further barriers for the industry.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 168 pages
\n Publication date: 01 May 2018
\n Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield International
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Hong Kong, a vibrant and creative hub in Asia, has a rich history in cinema, Bruce Lee, and Kung Fu, making it a renowned center of artistic expression. Cantopop, a unique form of pop music, gained popularity across China and East Asia in the 1970s, captivating audiences with its catchy tunes and relatable lyrics. However, today, Hong Kong's creative industry faces a state of stagnation, raising questions about the challenges it encounters in the East Asian context.

In Cultural Policy and East Asian Rivalry, author Fung delves into the complexities of the creative industries in Hong Kong and its neighboring countries. Through a comprehensive four-year study of the gaming industry in Hong Kong, Fung explores the barriers that creative industries face in the region. He argues that a lack of cultural policy in Hong Kong has harmed the gaming industry and, by extension, all creative industries in the region by making them uncompetitive. On the other hand, the growing strength of cultural policy in other countries across the region has created additional hurdles for the industry.

The book offers a comprehensive analysis of the challenges faced by Hong Kong's creative industries, including the impact of cultural policy, economic development, and regional rivalry. It sheds light on the strategies employed by governments and industry players to promote and sustain the growth of the creative industries. Fung also provides insights into the cultural nuances and market dynamics that shape the creative landscape in different East Asian countries, helping readers understand the complexities of the region's creative ecosystem.

Cultural Policy and East Asian Rivalry is a valuable resource for policymakers, industry professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of the creative industries in East Asia. It offers a comprehensive and nuanced perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing Hong Kong and its neighboring countries, providing valuable insights into the future of the creative industries in the region.

\n Weight: 270g\n
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 11 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781783486250\n \n