Since its opening in 1977, Ocean Park was the only theme park in Hong Kong. The park, owned by the Hong Kong government, is a nonprofit organization that aims to provide visitors a unique experience in entertainment, education, and conservation. In the absence of competition, Ocean Park had existed without direction and focus. When Hong Kong officials signed an agreement to bring Disneyland to Hong Kong in 1999, it seemed as if it would be the end of Ocean Park. In this unequal competition, Ocean Park emerged the surprise winner. Quickly sprucing up its act, it has managed to outperform Disneyland and has emerged as the number one amusement park in Hong Kong