TRADE

MALAYSIA: RCEP Free Trade Agreement Enters Into Force

25 March 2022

The terms of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement came into force in Malaysia on 18 March 2022, according to a Malaysian Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) press release. More

Creativity & Lifestyle

Price rises maintain value for HK exporters

18 March 2022

Exporters from Hong Kong are feeling the upsides and downsides of inflation, with the value of their products holding up at the same time as input costs expand and supply chain problems lead to shortages of raw materials. More

HKTDC Updates

Opportunities in Japan’s Tohoku Region

14 March 2022

This webinar aims to help Hong Kong companies and start-ups better understand the attractiveness of the Tohoku Region from the perspective of its food produce and traditional craft industries, and to facilitate collaboration between businesses in Hong Kong and this region in the north of Honshu Island. Experts and representatives from Tohoku will share market trends and intelligence on industries in the region and explain how Hong Kong small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can capture the opportunities available. Following the webinar, a 30-minute business advisory consultation session will allow participants to exchange with expert consultants to obtain in-depth advice and information about the Japanese market. Register and share your questions with us now to make the most of this valuable opportunity! More

Market Opportunities

Opportunities open in Vietnam

10 March 2022

The webinar will explore the prospects presented in Vietnam, a leading member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The five speakers include Pavel Poskakukhin, the Associate Director of Deloitte South East Asia. Deloitte Vietnam is a pioneer in the Advisory and Audit industry with 30 years of experience in the Vietnam market, is part of the Deloitte Global network. Deloitte Vietnam has more than 1,000 professional staff in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City offices. He will be joined by Brian Wong, Chinese Services Group Director, Deloitte South East Asia. More

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ASIA: Hong Kong Makes Official Application to Join the RCEP

08 March 2022

Hong Kong has started proceedings to join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world’s largest free trade bloc that commenced on 1 January 2022, comprising 15 countries including China, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, and the ASEAN states of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. More

Market Opportunities

India’s retail and e-tail sectors boom

04 March 2022

India has become a preferred destination for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand into the e-commerce, fintech and artificial intelligence consumer sectors. This webinar will provide an overview of the latest trends in India's booming retail and e-commerce markets. Representatives and experts will offer insights into the trends that are shaping India's retail sector along with information on the country's evolving e-tail sector and growing cross-border business. A 30-minute business advisory consultation will follow the webinar, where expert consultants will offer in-depth advice and information on the burgeoning Indian market. More

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Hong Kong Power System Integrator Going Green with Aid of Green Finance

11 February 2022

VPower Group Holdings Limited is Southeast Asia’s largest private gas-fired engine-based DPG (distributed power generation) station owner and operator. The company secured its first sustainability-linked loan in 2021. Ambrose Lee, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Capital Markets/Corporate Finance, welcomes Hong Kong’s growing interest in sustainable development, and believes local financing can help businesses go green and expand. More

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Flexible Cross-Border Financial Solutions Help Businesses Explore New Markets

07 February 2022

With the objective of connecting ASEAN with China, United Overseas Bank offers custom-made cross-border financial solutions to its corporate clients. Christine Ip, CEO – Greater China, UOB, pointed out that Hong Kong is an ideal financing platform for enterprises in the GBA wishing to tap the Southeast Asian market. More

Creativity & Lifestyle

SMEs raise their sights

31 January 2022

A new year, new research, and a new initiative – Google Hong Kong has partnered with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) to power small and medium-sized enterprises’ (SMEs) digital capabilities and help them succeed globally in 2022 and beyond. Michael Yue, General Manager, Sales & Operations, Google Hong Kong, explains how it will work. More

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A Hong Kong Consumer Brand’s Organic Expansion into the ASEAN Market

26 January 2022

Opal Cosmetics Group Limited, a Hong Kong manufacturer of personal care and beauty products, has expanded its operation from producing its own branded goods to providing one-stop OEM solutions and services. As a leading company in the industry, it is gradually shifting its focus to Southeast Asia, exploring the possibilities of introducing its brand to the international arena. More

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