The academy announced that the 2026 ceremony, scheduled to take place in Hong Kong, will present special awards “in a dignified and minimalist manner” rather than proceeding with its traditional competitive format.
The format adjustment follows what the academy described as “the significant incident in Hong Kong last year and its impact on the community.” The decision aligns with the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government’s postponement of official celebrations and its recommendation for a restrained approach to public events in the wake of the tragedy.
“This is a well-considered decision,” said Dr. Wilfred Wong, chairman of the Asian Film Awards Academy. “We believe that, in the current environment, adopting…
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