The Culture, Sports & Tourism Bureau today announced that over 22,600 naming submissions were received by Ocean Park Corporation, the co-organiser, after the submission period of the Giant Panda Naming Competition concluded yesterday.

The bureau said the overwhelming response showed the public's love for the giant pandas. 

It also urged the public to support and participate in the Giant Panda Painting Competition before the submission period ends on November 8.

In addition, the bureau said the two giant pandas have completed their one-month quarantine in Ocean Park and are adapting to their new habitat.

The bureau will maintain close communication with experts from the Agriculture, Fisheries & Conservation Department and Ocean Park.

Subject to the giant pandas’ health and adaptation, the bureau will arrange for them to meet the public by the end of this year.