Hong Kong calling: Secretary for Commerce, Industry & Technology John Tsang (right) visits a booth displaying telecom products at the spring electronics show.

More than 1,900 international exhibitors are showcasing new ideas, new technology, new designs and new products at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair - Spring Edition.

Opening today and running until April 17 at the Convention & Exhibition Centre, the event aims to reinforce Hong Kong's position as a regional electronics hub.

The fair was introduced in April last year as a complementary edition to the Trade Development Council's October electronics show. The show this year returns even bigger with 30% more exhibitors.

Secretary for Commerce, Industry & Technology John Tsang, Chairman of council's Electronics & Electrical Appliances Advisory Committee Dr Allan Wong, and the council's Deputy Executive Director Alan Wong opened the fair today.

Fair highlights

The Mainland, South Korea and Taiwan - three of the world's electronics giants - have formed group pavilions to showcase their products and expertise.

Buyers can visit various new sections of the fair including Digital Imaging, Healthcare Electronics and Electronic Manufacturing Services. There is also a display of audio and visual products, electronic accessories, personal electronics and home appliances.

Sixty buying missions from 38 countries and regions, representing 1,818 companies, will be visiting the fair. For details click here.