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Inaugural HKTDC Export Confidence Index: Rising expectations of export uptick

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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HONG KONG, Mar 27, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) released its inaugural HKTDC Export Confidence Index today.

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  • HONG KONG, Mar 27, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) released its inaugural HKTDC Export Confidence Index today.
  • An upgrade to the well-established HKTDC Export Index, the new quarterly HKTDC Export Confidence Index will provide a more nuanced and comprehensive overview of business sentiment among Hong Kong-based exporters.
  • Derived from a survey of more than 500 Hong Kong exporters, the Export Confidence Index comprises five sub-indices - Sales and New Orders, Trade Value, Cost, Procurement and Inventory.
  • This figure is close to the 50 benchmark (the dividing point between contractionary and expansionary trends) indicating an improved near-term export outlook.

The 17th Asian Financial Forum concludes successfully

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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HONG KONG, Jan 25, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - The 17th Asian Financial Forum (AFF), jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), successfully concluded today, attracting over 3,600 financial and business elites from more than 50 countries and regions, including over 70 overseas and Mainland China delegations.

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  • HONG KONG, Jan 25, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - The 17th Asian Financial Forum (AFF), jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), successfully concluded today, attracting over 3,600 financial and business elites from more than 50 countries and regions, including over 70 overseas and Mainland China delegations.
  • In just two days, the Forum arranged over 700 one-on-one meetings, successfully connecting investors with project owners and exploring opportunities for industry and investment cooperation.
  • Over the two-day physical event, the AFF brought together more than 140 policymakers, international financial and multilateral organisation representatives, financial institutions and corporate leaders from around the world as speakers.
  • These experiences allowed forum guests to feel at home and appreciate the vibrancy and diversity of Hong Kong.

17th Asian Financial Forum opens today

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

With the theme Multilateral Cooperation for a Shared Tomorrow, the two-day Forum serves as the first major financial and business event in the region for 2024.

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  • With the theme Multilateral Cooperation for a Shared Tomorrow, the two-day Forum serves as the first major financial and business event in the region for 2024.
  • Over 130 finance officials, international financial and multilateral organisations, financial institutions and private-sector leaders from around the world gather in Hong Kong as speakers.
  • The session brought together financial officials from around the world to share their countries' outlook on financial policies for this year.
  • They delved into such topics as the impact of nearshoring, rising protectionism and multilateral cooperation on regional economic development, financial standards and sustainable financial development.

Asian Financial Forum (AFF) returns to explore collaborations

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

The Forum is expected to draw over 3,000 elite professionals from financial and business sectors, to facilitate fruitful exchanges and strengthen ties among industry leaders.

Key Points: 
  • The Forum is expected to draw over 3,000 elite professionals from financial and business sectors, to facilitate fruitful exchanges and strengthen ties among industry leaders.
  • In these complex times, the Asian Financial Forum serves as a valuable platform for exchanging diverse perspectives and supporting multilateral cooperation.
  • These sessions will explore pressing topics such as the global economic outlook, opportunities in Mainland China, investment prospects, green finance, financial technology and interest-rate trends.
  • Members of the media interested in interviewing speakers at the Asian Financial Forum can email [email protected] or [email protected] by 16 January 2024.

Global leaders and Nobel laureate attend AFF 2024

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Luanne Lim, Chairperson of the AFF Steering Committee and Chief Executive, Hong Kong, of HSBC, said: "The theme of the upcoming AFF is Multilateral Cooperation for a Shared Tomorrow.

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  • Luanne Lim, Chairperson of the AFF Steering Committee and Chief Executive, Hong Kong, of HSBC, said: "The theme of the upcoming AFF is Multilateral Cooperation for a Shared Tomorrow.
  • AFF aims to bring together influential speakers and thought leaders from across the globe to facilitate exchanges between nations and regions.
  • During the first keynote luncheon on 24 January, he will explore the post-pandemic global economic environment, analyse the latest recovery trends and emphasise the crucial role of global cooperation in sustainable development.
  • In response to ever-changing dynamics in the global economy and investment appetite, this year's AFF will introduce discussion sessions in accordance with market opportunities and industry trends.

HKTDC Export Index 4Q23: 4-6% expected growth for Hong Kong exports in 2024

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
Marketing, Electronics, HKTDC, Research, Clothing, Export, Growth, Index

The Hong Kong Export Outlook forms part of the review of the city's export prospects conducted annually by HKTDC Research.

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  • The Hong Kong Export Outlook forms part of the review of the city's export prospects conducted annually by HKTDC Research.
  • Export growth is set to come after continuously softened export sentiment this year.
  • The HKTDC Export Index contracted 5.5 points to 35 in the fourth quarter of 2023, indicating Hong Kong exporters have become more cautious amid rising geopolitical tensions, in particular the Israel-Gaza conflict, and sluggish external demand.
  • - Hong Kong's Export Outlook 2024: Modest Electronics-Led Recovery Now Anticipated
    - HKTDC Export Index 4Q23: HKTDC Export Index 4Q23: Soft export sentiment amid rising concern of economic risk

Heavyweights to speak as AFF opens conference year

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Monday, December 19, 2022

Ban Ki-Moon, eighth Secretary-General of the United Nations and more policymakers and business leaders will deliver keynote speeches at AFF 2023.

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  • Ban Ki-Moon, eighth Secretary-General of the United Nations and more policymakers and business leaders will deliver keynote speeches at AFF 2023.
  • As the restrictions on arrivals have been relaxed, more international business travellers are expected to visit Hong Kong and participate in international conferences.
  • To promote the vitality of the city, the HKTDC has curated a variety of exclusive benefits for AFF delegates from overseas, enriching their stay beyond the two-day forum.
  • Throughout her tenure, she engaged widely in policy development and advocacy across the international, economic, social and cultural spheres.