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35th Asian Racing Conference examines the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s renowned vocational training

35th Asian Racing Conference examines the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s renowned vocational training

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35th Asian Racing Conference examines the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s renowned vocational training

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The Hong Kong Jockey Club’s extensive vocational training programmes came under the microscope at the 35th Asian Racing Conference in Hong Kong this afternoon, as Amy Chan, Manager of HKJC’s Racing Development Board (RDB) and Headmistress of the Apprentice Jockeys’ School, delivered a presentation titled: ‘Roadmap to Sustainable Talent Development’.

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The Asian Racing Conference puts Asian breeding development in the spotlight

The Asian Racing Conference puts Asian breeding development in the spotlight

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The Asian Racing Conference puts Asian breeding development in the spotlight

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The breeding industries in India, Turkey and the Philippines came under the microscope at the 35th Asian Racing Conference this afternoon at a session chaired by Dr Cyrus Poonawalla, the inaugural Chairman of the Asian Stud Book and the owner of India’s biggest stud farm, Poonawalla Stud.

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Hong Kong Jockey Club’s model for success outlined at Asian Racing Conference’s ‘Industry Profiles’ session

Hong Kong Jockey Club’s model for success outlined at Asian Racing Conference’s ‘Industry Profiles’ session

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Hong Kong Jockey Club’s model for success outlined at Asian Racing Conference’s ‘Industry Profiles’ session

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The latest session of the 35th Asian Racing Conference this afternoon at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre informed delegates that Hong Kong horseracing is looking ahead with confidence as customer participation and turnover continue to grow, while in Japan, the JRA (Japan Racing Association) is innovating to offset the effects of a “greying society”.

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Racing industry urged to ‘immerse’ viewers in the sport at Asian Racing Conference

Racing industry urged to ‘immerse’ viewers in the sport at Asian Racing Conference

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Racing industry urged to ‘immerse’ viewers in the sport at Asian Racing Conference

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Television industry leaders Joerg Heise and Gary Burns, keynote speakers at today’s ‘Cutting Edge Technology in Sports TV’ session at the Asian Racing Conference, entertained and informed a large audience with the latest innovations in sports broadcasting – some of which may potentially be applied to horse racing.

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HKJC’s Richard Cheung tells ARC that customer connection is vital to growth

HKJC’s Richard Cheung tells ARC that customer connection is vital to growth

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HKJC’s Richard Cheung tells ARC that customer connection is vital to growth

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The second day of the 35th Asian Racing Conference commenced this morning (7 May) with Mr Richard Cheung, the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Executive Director, Customer and Marketing, delivering a presentation detailing HKJC’s mould-breaking customer engagement.

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Sustainability is vital for both existing and new racecourses, experts tell the Asian Racing Conference

Sustainability is vital for both existing and new racecourses, experts tell the Asian Racing Conference

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Sustainability is vital for both existing and new racecourses, experts tell the Asian Racing Conference

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Mimi Cunningham, Director of Human Resources and Sustainability at the Hong Kong Jockey Club, and Koji Katsumi, Head of Environmental Measures at the Japan Racing Association, explained to delegates at the 35th Asian Racing Conference in Hong Kong that conserving precious resources by a whole range of initiatives is already part of racecourses’ daily operations.

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Racing Authorities have the conviction to enforce stringent drug rules

Racing Authorities have the conviction to enforce stringent drug rules

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Racing Authorities have the conviction to enforce stringent drug rules

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Mr Louis Romanet, Chairman of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) reaffirmed his organisation's commitment to horse welfare and medication control today, May 6, at the session titled ‘Fair Competition and Drug Control’ at the 35th Asian Racing Conference in Hong Kong.

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European Pattern Committee Chairman says global uniformity on medication needed to protect the Pattern’s integrity

European Pattern Committee Chairman says global uniformity on medication needed to protect the Pattern’s integrity

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European Pattern Committee Chairman says global uniformity on medication needed to protect the Pattern’s integrity

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Brian Kavanagh, Chief Executive of Horseracing Ireland and Chairman of the European Pattern Committee, during an address at the Asian Racing Conference in Hong Kong this morning, called for uniform international rules relating to medication.

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International movement of horses boosted and more can be achieved

International movement of horses boosted and more can be achieved

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International movement of horses boosted and more can be achieved

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At the Asian Racing Conference today, May 6, delegates at a session titled: ‘Movement of Horses’ were told that significant progress had been made to facilitate the internationalisation of racing and that good science, cooperation, harmonisation of protocols and developing trust were the keys to further progress.

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Hong Kong’s Secretary for Labour and Welfare and former Premier of Victoria highlight horseracing’s positive contribution to the community

Hong Kong’s Secretary for Labour and Welfare and former Premier of Victoria highlight horseracing’s positive contribution to the community

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Hong Kong’s Secretary for Labour and Welfare and former Premier of Victoria highlight horseracing’s positive contribution to the community

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The Honourable Matthew Cheung, Secretary for Labour and Welfare of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, today (6 May) emphasised the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s instrumental role in “augmenting, supplementing and complementing the government’s efforts in building a more caring compassionate and cohesive society.” Mr Cheung was addressing delegates from around the world during the 35th Asian Racing Conference in Hong Kong.

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Hong Kong Jockey Club CEO chairs presentation on wagering as racing’s lifeblood at opening session of the 35th Asian Racing Conference

Hong Kong Jockey Club CEO chairs presentation on wagering as racing’s lifeblood at opening session of the 35th Asian Racing Conference

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Hong Kong Jockey Club CEO chairs presentation on wagering as racing’s lifeblood at opening session of the 35th Asian Racing Conference

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Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, the Chief Executive Officer of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, opened the 35th Asian Racing Conference at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre this morning (6 May) with a keynote presentation for the session titled ‘Racing’s Lifeblood – the future landscape for wagering’.

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Hong Kong hailed as “global giant” at opening of 35th Asian Racing Conference

Hong Kong hailed as “global giant” at opening of 35th Asian Racing Conference

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Hong Kong hailed as “global giant” at opening of 35th Asian Racing Conference

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The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Leung Chun-ying, struck a ceremonial gong to signal the start of the 35th Asian Racing Conference (ARC) during a stunning opening ceremony and gala dinner at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre tonight.

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International Stewards’ Conference confirms progress on ‘big issues’

International Stewards’ Conference confirms progress on ‘big issues’

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International Stewards’ Conference confirms progress on ‘big issues’

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The 5th International Stewards’ Conference was conducted today, 5 May, at Happy Valley Racecourse in Hong Kong, in conjunction with the 35th Asian Racing Conference. Chaired by Mr. Kim Kelly, the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Chief Stipendiary Steward, the conference was attended by 71 delegates representing 28 racing jurisdictions.

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Hong Kong Jockey Club Racecourse Operations Seminar draws huge response

Hong Kong Jockey Club Racecourse Operations Seminar draws huge response

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Hong Kong Jockey Club Racecourse Operations Seminar draws huge response

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On the eve of the 35th Asian Racing Conference, the outstanding reputation of the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Racing Operations team resulted in an enormous turnout from across the world for the first ever Racecourse Operations Seminar today, held at Sha Tin racecourse in Hong Kong.

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Executive Council of IFHA meets for the first time ever at an Asian Racing Conference

Executive Council of IFHA meets for the first time ever at an Asian Racing Conference

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Executive Council of IFHA meets for the first time ever at an Asian Racing Conference

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On the day of the opening ceremony to launch the 35th Asian Racing Conference, a piece of racing history was made today, 5 May, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, when the Executive Council of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) met for the first time at an Asian Racing Conference.