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Introduction
The 2025 Forum for Asia-Pacific Maritime Culture Forum, co-hosted by the Hong Kong Maritime Museum and the China Maritime Museum (Shanghai), will take place from September 22 to 25, 2025, in Hong Kong. Held in association with the International Congress of Maritime Museums Regional Meeting, this forum seeks to convene leading scholars, maritime professionals, and cultural experts from the Asia-Pacific region and around the globe. Together, participants will explore critical issues surrounding the protection of maritime cultural heritage and the promotion of sustainable practices for the marine environment.
Hong Kong, as a unique confluence of Eastern and Western cultures, offers an ideal setting for meaningful dialogue. The forum will delve into the preservation and transmission of maritime traditions, assess strategies for enhancing public awareness of marine conservation, and examine the evolving relationship between humanity and the maritime environment. It further aims to address the challenges and opportunities presented by global sustainable development.
With a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, original research, and innovative solutions, the forum aspires to inspire new perspectives on the intersection of maritime culture and environmental sustainability. By fostering deeper understanding and global engagement, it aims to strengthen humanity’s collective commitment to the stewardship of our shared maritime heritage and environment.
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Forum Themes
The Legacy of Zheng He in a Global Context
The intersection of maritime trade, technology, and culture in the Asia-Pacific. Explore how maritime trade has evolved since the era of Zheng He, and how technological advancements and cultural exchanges have shaped today’s maritime ecology.
Tales from the Deep
Underwater archaeology and global cultural connections. Reveal how discoveries in underwater archaeology in the Asia-Pacific reflect the historical contexts of global trade and cultural exchange.
Marine Science through a Cross-Cultural Lens
Future sustainability and the role of museums. Investigate differing perspectives on marine science, conservation, and sustainability from Eastern and Western viewpoints, and how maritime museums can serve as bridges in curation and education.
Preservation and Transmission of Maritime Heritage
The resilience of vulnerable cultures. Focus on effective strategies for preserving and utilising both tangible and intangible maritime heritage in the Asia-Pacific, particularly those cultural traditions at risk of disappearing.
Ports and Society
Cultural interactions and maritime community dynamics. Examine the multifaceted influences and interactions between maritime communities and societal cultures throughout the history of Asia-Pacific ports
The Mission of the Maritime Industry
Promoting environmental protection and sustainable development practices. Analyse how the maritime industry actively supports and promotes marine environmental protection to shape a sustainable future.
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Event Detail
Date
2025.9.23 – 24
Venue
Hong Kong Maritime Museum
Address
Central Pier No. 8, Hong Kong
