The Chief Executive (CE), Ho Iat Seng, has said he is in favor of construction of the monument dedicated to the Kun Iam goddess that is planned for the Hac Sa Reservoir Park.
Ho was responding to an inquiry from lawmaker Ron Lam during last Friday’s question-and-answer session at the Legislative Assembly.
The CE said that, despite the expenditure restraints the government is following, there is enough money to build the project. He said it can have a positive effect, noting that the construction of such a monument could have a positive repercussion on tourism.
“Many people during the pandemic have also called for the construction of the statue of Kun Iam [to allegedly bring peace],” he said.
He said Sanya (Hainan Island) had become famous and can attract many tourists because of its statue of the Kun Iam goddess.
According to several tourism agencies and online promotors consulted by the Times, Sanya is heavily promoted as China’s premier beach destination. It has gained popularity due to its white-sand beaches, clear waters, mountain ranges and tropical climate.
Sanya is also a popular destination for surfers.
Pre-pandemic, Sanya was awarded the 2020 edition of the Asian Beach Games, which due to the pandemic outbreak was postponed to this year. The games will include 16 sports (counting 19 disciplines).
