HKSAR

"Think Business, Think Hong Kong" coming to Paris

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Monday, August 14, 2023
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HONG KONG, Aug 14, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will take its mega promotion campaign, Think Business, Think Hong Kong, to Paris on 19 September.

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  • HONG KONG, Aug 14, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will take its mega promotion campaign, Think Business, Think Hong Kong, to Paris on 19 September.
  • The HKTDC's Think Business, Think Hong Kong campaign aims to showcase Hong Kong as a resilient business and investment hub and the ideal platform for global businesses to tap opportunities in the thriving Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), and wider China and Asia markets.
  • One-on-one business consultations, on-site business matching with French companies as well as the Hong Kong Dinner provide many opportunities for the business communities of France and Hong Kong to connect.
  • France was also the largest EU investor in Hong Kong at the end of 2020, while Hong Kong was the fourth most popular destination for French investment in Asia.

Hong Kong delegation to ASEAN pushes collaboration into top gear

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Friday, July 28, 2023
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We aim to help Hong Kong businesses expand into markets, as well as attract more ASEAN companies to set up offices in Hong Kong, and to collaborate with Hong Kong and Mainland Chinese companies based in Hong Kong to expand into the GBA, Mainland China and other overseas markets.

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  • We aim to help Hong Kong businesses expand into markets, as well as attract more ASEAN companies to set up offices in Hong Kong, and to collaborate with Hong Kong and Mainland Chinese companies based in Hong Kong to expand into the GBA, Mainland China and other overseas markets.
  • At the same time, enterprises from ASEAN markets can expand and find new opportunities by leveraging the Hong Kong platform."
  • Dr Lam said the more than 30 MoUs signed between enterprises and organisations of Hong Kong and Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia paved the way for deeper and broader collaboration in the future.
  • I hope our delegates can share their insights with the Hong Kong business community to help to open up new opportunities for businesses large and small," he added.

Hong Kong delegation strengthens business ties with Indonesia

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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MOUs formalise efforts to expand collaboration opportunities in finance, trade, technology and cultural exchange

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  • MOUs formalise efforts to expand collaboration opportunities in finance, trade, technology and cultural exchange
    JAKARTA, July 26, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - A Hong Kong business delegation - organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), led by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Mr John Lee and accompanied by Principal Officials - was in Jakarta, Indonesia today following a visit to Singapore in the past two days.
  • HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam, HKEX Chief Executive Mr Nicholas Aguzin and Federation of Hong Kong Industries Chairman Mr Sunny Chai, representing various sectors in Hong Kong, shared their insights on business development of Hong Kong and Indonesia at the press conference.
  • HKTDC values the close ties between Hong Kong and Indonesia built up over years.
  • Since 1966, the HKTDC has created business opportunities between Hong Kong and the world, promoting Hong Kong as an international business and financial hub and gateway to China through outreach such as organising delegations, international trade fairs and industry conferences, as well as enabling small and medium-sized enterprises and start-ups.

Nearly 1 million visitors flock to Hong Kong Book Fair

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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HONG KONG, July 25, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The 33rd HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, 6th Sports and Leisure Expo, and 3rd World of Snacks, all organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), drew to a successful close today.

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  • HONG KONG, July 25, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The 33rd HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, 6th Sports and Leisure Expo, and 3rd World of Snacks, all organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), drew to a successful close today.
  • The 33rd HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, 6th Sports and Leisure Expo, and 3rd World of Snacks
    Sophia Chong, Acting Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "We are thrilled to announce the resounding success of this year's Hong Kong Book Fair, Sports and Leisure Expo, and World of Snacks.
  • September will bring CENTRESTAGE and Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, as well as the Belt and Road Summit, while October is set to feature the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), and Eco Expo Asia.
  • In November, the HKTDC will host the Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair, Hong Kong International Optical Fair, and Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference.

10 winners stand out at Start-up Express

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Tuesday, July 4, 2023
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The Start-up Express Final Pitching winners pictured together with the judging panel and special guests.

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  • The Start-up Express Final Pitching winners pictured together with the judging panel and special guests.
  • The record number of applications for Start-up Express 2023 reflected the great enthusiasm of Hong Kong's entrepreneurs.
  • Booths were also set up during the event to showcase Start-up Express past winners and finalists, in addition to demo-pitch from secondary school teams.
  • 10 winners were selected and exchange sessions were arranged between them and the Hong Kong start-up winners.

Official Launch of "2023 Set Sail for GBA - Scheme for Financial Leaders of Tomorrow" Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Internship Programme in Finance

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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HONG KONG, June 6, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - As the global financial centre of our country, Hong Kong has nurtured generations of financial leaders.

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  • HONG KONG, June 6, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - As the global financial centre of our country, Hong Kong has nurtured generations of financial leaders.
  • The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, the Shenzhen Municipal Financial Regulatory Bureau (SMFRB) and the Greater Bay Area Homeland Youth Community Foundation (the Foundation) are co-organising the "2023 Set Sail for GBA - Scheme for Financial Leaders of Tomorrow" - Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Internship Programme (the Programme).
  • The Programme supports students from universities in Hong Kong to explore the financial market of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) through a 6-week internship in financial organisations in Shenzhen, as well as a 4-day/3-night trip to the GBA.
  • The Programme enables our talented youth from local universities to gain greater understanding of the GBA financial market, experience the way of life and culture in the GBA, and develop their social network.

Chic Hong Kong Grand Opening at COCO Park Shenzhen

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Friday, May 26, 2023
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Jointly hosted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Shenzhen Municipal People's Government, and held at the COCO Park shopping mall in Shenzhen's Futian District, the event is the first large-scale promotion of Hong Kong consumer goods in the GBA following the complete lifting of border-crossing restrictions.

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  • Jointly hosted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Shenzhen Municipal People's Government, and held at the COCO Park shopping mall in Shenzhen's Futian District, the event is the first large-scale promotion of Hong Kong consumer goods in the GBA following the complete lifting of border-crossing restrictions.
  • The event is organized by HKTDC GBA Centre, China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Shenzhen Municipal Committee, Commerce Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality, and The People's Government of Futian District, with the support of Cyberspace Administration of Shenzhen Municipality, PRD Council of Federation of Hong Kong Industries, Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in Guangdong, Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce Qianhai, and GBA-IDA.
  • The Chic Hong Kong shopping festival comprises three themed exhibition areas: Chic Living, Chic Style, and Chic Taste.
  • Sponsored by Create Hong Kong of the Hong Kong SAR Government, the exhibition will feature 13 emerging Hong Kong designers and over 20 exceptional or award-winning products to emphasise the strengths and benefits the city's design and creative industries can offer.

SmartHK attracts about 2,000 participants

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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Dr Lam pointed out that Hong Kong's development had been closely tied with that of Guangdong for many years.

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  • Dr Lam pointed out that Hong Kong's development had been closely tied with that of Guangdong for many years.
  • Guangdong would strongly support and actively promote high-quality development of Hong Kong and support Hong Kong's better integration into national development.
  • The HKTDC has proactively advocated cooperation between Hong Kong and Guangdong and Hong Kong's integration in the GBA.
  • The annual SmartHK launched in 2011 as a flagship event in mainland cities such as Chengdu, Fuzhou, Jinan and Nanjing to create business opportunities for local and mainland enterprises.

Baguio wins an AI-powered Government Smart Toilet contract servicing at over 800 public toilets in Hong Kong

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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AI technology enhances accuracy, while Machine Learning technology enables continuous improvement of the AI model.

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  • AI technology enhances accuracy, while Machine Learning technology enables continuous improvement of the AI model.
  • Data are collected and analyzed on a dedicated Big Data Platform, providing the Government a comprehensive and holistic perspective with utilisation insights and predictive analytics.
  • This information will support the future strategic development of public toilets, including service standard enhancement, and redeployment and refurbishment of public toilet facilities in Hong Kong.
  • Baguio will persist in developing innovative projects to fully capture market opportunities and grow its green technology business."

Healthcare Week boon for medical industry

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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Two flagship events attract global healthcare elites, affirming confidence for Hong Kong's stronger role in the medical and healthcare sector in the region

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  • Two flagship events attract global healthcare elites, affirming confidence for Hong Kong's stronger role in the medical and healthcare sector in the region
    HONG KONG, May 18, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Global healthcare sector leaders streamed into Hong Kong for the second International Healthcare Week, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).
  • "The strong support from the healthcare industry for the Healthcare Week is overwhelming.
  • It has created synergies for medical and healthcare industry professionals and unleashed Hong Kong's strengths in upstream and downstream healthcare industries, Hong Kong is ready to play a bigger role in the medical and healthcare fields in the region," Dr Lam added.
  • A number of content-rich events, including the highly anticipated HKMHDIA Medical Fair Forum, were held during the Medical Fair with keen participation from industry professionals.