Economy of Hong Kong

HUTCHMED Announces Selection of Its Shares in the Shanghai-Hong Kong and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect Programs

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Monday, September 6, 2021

HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, China and FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Sept. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HUTCHMED (China) Limited ( HUTCHMED ) (Nasdaq/AIM: HCM; HKEX: 13) today announces that the Companys ordinary shares, which trade on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEX), are included in the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect programs, effective on September 6, 2021, according to announcements issued by the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange.

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  • HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, China and FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Sept. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HUTCHMED (China) Limited ( HUTCHMED ) (Nasdaq/AIM: HCM; HKEX: 13) today announces that the Companys ordinary shares, which trade on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEX), are included in the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect programs, effective on September 6, 2021, according to announcements issued by the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange.
  • The Stock Connect programs allow international and Mainland Chinese investors to trade securities in each other's markets through the trading and clearing facilities of HKEX, Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges.
  • Qualified Mainland Chinese investors can access eligible Hong Kong shares (Southbound), while Hong Kong and overseas investors can trade eligible A shares (Northbound), subject to specified daily quotas.
  • Inclusion in the Hang Seng Composite Index is a key requirement for the Stock Connect scheme.

HKTDC Food Expo and five concurrent events open next week

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

The HKTDC Food Expo, Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair (Special Edition), HKTDC Hong Kong International Tea Fair, HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo, HKTDC Home Delights Expo and the ICMCM will be staged concurrently at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, starting from 12 August.

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  • The HKTDC Food Expo, Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair (Special Edition), HKTDC Hong Kong International Tea Fair, HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo, HKTDC Home Delights Expo and the ICMCM will be staged concurrently at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, starting from 12 August.
  • Benjamin Chau, HKTDC Deputy Executive Director, introduced highlights of the six events at a press conference today.
  • Other activities at the expo include discussions on food technology, EatSmart Restaurant Star+, diet therapy, food wise and a range of other topics.
  • - HKTDC Hong Kong International Tea Fair: https://hkteafair.hktdc.com
    - HKTDC Home Delights Expo: https://homedelights.hktdc.com
    - HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo: https://hkbeautyexpo.hktdc.com
    The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade.

Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition winning pieces on display at Jewellery Show

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Monday, July 26, 2021

In advance of the twin jewellery shows, the results of the 22nd Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition were announced, throwing the spotlight on the creative flair of local jewellery designers.

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  • In advance of the twin jewellery shows, the results of the 22nd Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition were announced, throwing the spotlight on the creative flair of local jewellery designers.
  • Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show opened at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) yesterday.
  • The winning pieces are now on display at the Jewellery Show (Hall 3E Concourse) to showcase the ingenuity of original Hong Kong designs to jewellery buyers and exhibitors.
  • Jointly organised by the HKTDC, the Hong Kong Jewellers' & Goldsmiths' Association, Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association, Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers' Association and the Diamond Federation of Hong Kong, China, the Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition aims to enhance the design quality of the local jewellery industry, identify talent, and promote Hong Kong's outstanding jewellery collections to local and international buyers.

HKTDC Twin Jewellery Events Open in Hong Kong

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Monday, July 26, 2021

The HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, opened on 25 July at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and will run until 29 July.

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  • The HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, opened on 25 July at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and will run until 29 July.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210725005042/en/
    The HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and the HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), take place on 25-29 July 2021 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), helping jewellers capture business opportunities as the pandemic continues.
  • HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Benjamin Chau said: The HKTDC twin jewellery shows provide a one-stop marketing and sourcing platform to showcase the latest and finest jewellery items as well as raw materials, helping Hong Kong to maintain its position as a trading and sourcing hub for this important sector.
  • Hong Kong International Jewellery Show: hkjewelleryshow.hktdc.com
    View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210725005042/en/

Hong Kong Trade Development Council Chairman Dr Peter KN Lam confident in Hong Kong's business environment

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

HONG KONG, July 20, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) noticed recent discussions on Hong Kong's business environment.

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  • HONG KONG, July 20, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) noticed recent discussions on Hong Kong's business environment.
  • Dr Peter KN Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, said that most companies operating in Hong Kong remain confident in the city's business landscape.
  • Dr. Lam said, "Based on my interaction with Hong Kong's international business community, they are excited about the vast opportunities arising from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area development, and see Hong Kong as the ideal entry point."
  • The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade.

30th HKTDC Education & Careers Expo opens today

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Hub for study and job opportunities, 2,600+ vacancies offered

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  • Hub for study and job opportunities, 2,600+ vacancies offered
    HONG KONG, July 15, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 30th edition of the HKTDC Education & Careers Expo opened today and runs until 18 July (Sunday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).
  • The expo is held concurrently with the HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and HKTDC World of Snacks, all taking place at the HKCEC.
  • Open to the public free of charge, the two major sections at the expo - Education and Careers - provide comprehensive information on education and job opportunities.
  • In her welcoming remarks, Margaret Fong, HKTDC Executive Director, said: "Entering its 30th edition, the Education & Careers Expo is a one-stop platform for students and jobseekers looking to review a broad range of education opportunities and career options.

HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks open to public today

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

HONG KONG, July 14, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - The 31st HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), begins today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and closes on 20 July.

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  • HONG KONG, July 14, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - The 31st HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), begins today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and closes on 20 July.
  • Running in tandem with the Book Fair are the HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and debut HKTDC World of Snacks.
  • This year's Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo delivers a full programme that offers numerous sporting and leisure experiences.
  • The 31st HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks
    - Hong Kong Book Fair: www.hkbookfair.com/en
    - Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo: www.hkbookfair.com/hksportsleisureexpo/en
    The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade.

Renowned authors speak at HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair

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Friday, July 9, 2021

HONG KONG, July 9, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - The long-awaited 31st HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair takes place from 14 to 20 July at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).

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  • HONG KONG, July 9, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - The long-awaited 31st HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair takes place from 14 to 20 July at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).
  • Other authors in the star-studded line-up include Liang Hong, Shuang Xuetao and Wei Hui from Mainland China and Cheng Pei-kai, Louis Ng, Xu Zidong, Ronald Soong and Zhou Jieru from Hong Kong.
  • Seminar Series information and photo download: https://bit.ly/35WxcRD
    The 31st HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks
    - Hong Kong Book Fair: www.hkbookfair.com/en
    - Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo: www.hkbookfair.com/hksportsleisureexpo/en
    The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade.
  • With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub.

Innovative New Collection of VTech® Kidi Tech Electronics Announced

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021

CHICAGO, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- VTech, a global leader in children's electronics and a pioneer in the children's wearable technology category, today announced its 2021 Kidi Tech collection.

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  • CHICAGO, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- VTech, a global leader in children's electronics and a pioneer in the children's wearable technology category, today announced its 2021 Kidi Tech collection.
  • "Our success lies in taking cues from adult tech trends and developing secure devices that support the way kids play," said Andy Keimach, President, VTech Electronics North America.
  • "Our Kidi Tech line features the coolest, age-appropriate tech toys."
  • These innovative new Kidi Tech electronics, for ages 4 and up, will be available this fall.

HKTDC Education & Careers Expo opens next week

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021

The event will run concurrently with the HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks, all taking place at the HKCEC.

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  • The event will run concurrently with the HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks, all taking place at the HKCEC.
  • Speaking at a press conference held today, Sophia Chong, HKTDC Assistant Executive Director, said that the HKTDC Education & Careers Expo will provide a one-stop platform for education, further studies and career opportunities.
  • Open to the public free of charge, the expo provides comprehensive information on education and job opportunities available in Hong Kong and overseas.
  • This year, the Education & Careers Expo features several thematic zones covering further education, continuing studies and job opportunities.