The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Jakarta (HKETO Jakarta)
hosted a Chinese New Year dinner in Brunei today (February 6) to
celebrate the Year of the Snake. Some 130 guests from the local
government, business, academic, cultural and media sectors
attended the event.
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The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the People's Bank of
China (PBoC) announce today (January 13) new policy measures to
deepen the financial market connectivity between Hong Kong and
the Mainland, and consolidate Hong Kong's status as the global
offshore RMB business hub.
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to read more.
Following is the speech by the Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, at
the Asian Financial Forum today (January 13).
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here
to read more.
Following the completion of the 2024 Article IV Consultation
with the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), the
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Staff Mission published its
assessment on the Concluding Statement today (January 10).
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here
to read more.
The Chief Executive's 2024 Policy Address announced enhancements
to the New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (New CIES) to
further strengthen Hong Kong's status as an international asset
and wealth management centre.
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here
to read more.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Jakarta supports
local comic companies under the Hong Kong Comics Development and
Promotion Support Programme to take part in Comic Fiesta 2024 in
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to promote Hong Kong's creative talent
and the latest Blueprint for Arts and Culture and Creative
Industries Development.
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to read more.
Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion at Invest
Hong Kong (InvestHK) Mr Charles Ng visits Indonesia from January
5 to 10. Indonesia, the world's fourth most populous nation and
the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)'s largest
economy, has been and continues to be a key business partner for
Hong Kong.
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here
to read more.
The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr
Christopher Hui, concluded his visit to Jakarta, Indonesia, on
December 13 with a meeting with the Chairman of the Board of
Commissioners of the Financial Services Authority of
Indonesia.
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here
to read more.
The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr
Christopher Hui, started his visit to Jakarta, Indonesia, on
December 11 and met with financial officials and industry
leaders there to strengthen financial co-operation between Hong
Kong and Indonesia.
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here
to read more.
Invest Hong Kong announced on December 10 that the Kho family
from the Philippines, who established The Kho Group, has set up
a family office in Hong Kong. This demonstrates Hong Kong's
position as the leading hub for family offices.
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to read more.
The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, met with members of a visiting
delegation of overseas government officials on December 9 to
exchange views on deepening co-operation and issues of mutual
concern.
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to read more.
The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) announced on February 3 that, upon deliberation and co-ordination with the Central Government, the Guangdong Provincial Government and the Shenzhen Municipal Government, normal travel between Hong Kong and the Mainland will fully resume starting February 6. Read more here.
"Hello Hong Kong" Campaign was launched on Feb 2 to promote Hong Kong around the world. The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, officiated at the "Hello Hong Kong" Campaign Launch Ceremony to unveil a series of promotional activities and highlight the many new attractions, developments and opportunities for visitors coming to Hong Kong. Read more here.
Starting from December 29, the pre-departure testing arrangements for all inbound persons will be standardised and all nucleic acid testing requirements after their arrival at Hong Kong will be lifted. Inbound persons are advised to conduct daily rapid antigen test (RAT) until Day 5 after their arrival at Hong Kong. Read more here.
Having assessed the epidemic development and taking into consideration the need for resuming social and economic activities, the Government announced on December 13 that a series of anti-epidemic measures will be adjusted with effect from December 14. Read more here.
With a view to widening Hong Kong higher education students' international perspectives and enhancing bilateral relations between Hong Kong and the ASEAN member countries, the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices in Singapore, Jakarta and Bangkok jointly administer the ASEAN Internship Scheme for Hong Kong Higher Education Students.
For companies and organisations who wish to bring in cross-cultural experience to your workplace and tap the creative minds of Hong Kong’s young generation, you are invited and be part of the internship scheme. Read more here.
The Government announced the lifting of compulsory quarantine requirement for inbound persons from overseas places or Taiwan. The Government's goal is to minimise the inconvenience faced by inbound travellers due to quarantine requirements and allow room for Hong Kong to connect with the world as far as possible, while being able to contain the epidemic development.
Starting September 26, inbound travellers from overseas need only to undergo 3 days of medical surveillance without staying at a quarantine hotel. They can go straight to home or hotels of their choice with the latest “Test and Go” arrangement. Read more here
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government launched the recruitment exercise of Administrative Officer and the application period will run until October 8, 2022 (up to 5pm Hong Kong Time). If you are interested in the job, please visit www.ao-recruitment.gov.hk/english/ for more details.
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The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Greater Bay Area) is a vibrant city cluster with a population of over 86 million and a combined GDP of nearly US$ 2 trillion. Its development potential is enormous. You may listen to four leaders in different fields talk about Greater Bay Area Development and how Hong Kong's unique advantages are helping enterprises and talents leverage the development opportunities of the Greater Bay Area (View Video).
Looking from above, it is easy to misjudge Hong Kong as just another concrete, financial capital. But a quick stroll along Hong Kong's streets and back lanes is all it takes to change this view. Vibrant pops of colour and distinct palettes bring alleyways to life and reflect the unique multiplicity of the population. This meld of East and West forms a kaleidoscope of cultures, making Hong Kong the darling of the global arts arena that it is today. Find out why M+ is a global museum for visual culture like no other in Asia here.
The Government announced that non-Hong Kong residents (HKRs) will be allowed to enter Hong Kong from overseas places and the route-specific flight suspension mechanism will be suitably relaxed from May 1 (Hong Kong Time), and rapid antigen tests (RATs) will be added to the "test-and-hold" arrangement at the airport.
The aim is, on the premise of maintaining the strategy to guard against the importation of cases and continuing stringent quarantine measures, and as far as risks could be properly managed, to alleviate as much as possible the uncertainty of Hong Kong-bound passengers' journeys in reserving flights and designated quarantine hotels, as well as to streamline the testing and quarantine procedures upon arrival, in response to the needs of HKRs that need to return to Hong Kong as well as the strong demands from the relevant trade. Read more here
Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Christopher Hui, introduced a plan, which embraces regulation, development, tradition, and innovation in the virtual asset (VA) industry.
The measures included (1) establishing a licensing regime for the VA service providers; (2) contemplating the regulation of payment-related “stablecoins”; and (3) providing traditional financial institutions with guidelines on offering VA-related services to clients. Read more here.
Hong Kong Momentary Authority: Discussion Paper on Crypto-assets and Stablecoins
The Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Mr Law Kin-wai, delivered a Chinese New Year Message. May we wish you a healthy and prosperous Year of the Tiger!
The State Council Information Office published on December 20 the white paper on "Hong Kong: Democratic Progress under the Framework of One Country, Two Systems".
The white paper is of profound importance and, taking the opportunity of the successful running of the first Legislative Council election following the improved electoral system, clearly shows that the Central Government is committed to developing democracy in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). It underscores that the Central Government has been supporting democratic development in the HKSAR in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Basic Law since Hong Kong's return to the Motherland in 1997.
The publication of the white paper has provided strong justifications for the work done by the Central Government and HKSAR Government to improve the city's electoral system in order to implement the principle of "patriots administering Hong Kong".
Read more details in a letter from our Director-General and the links below:
Whitepaper on “Hong Kong: Democratic Progress Under the Framework of One Country, Two Systems”
Thinking of the next great innovation? Think Hong Kong... Asia's No.1 ranked economy for digital competitiveness. With access to investors, incubators and a plentiful pool of talent, Hong Kong is a great place to build, finance and market game-changing technology. Learn more in this video.
With a cultural blend of East and West, there's no better place to immerse yourself in a variety of arts and entertainment, indulge in cultural and culinary delights or relax and enjoy the great outdoors right on your doorstep. Hong Kong offers a world of lifestyle opportunities. Learn more in this video.
Hong Kong, China has actively participated in the APEC 2021 Economic Leaders' Week last week, pledging support for international cooperation in fighting against the pandemic and championing free trade as a solution for the post-pandemic global economy recovery.
Speaking at the Economic Leaders' Meeting, the Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, stressed Hong Kong, China's determination to join all APEC member economies to navigate through the pandemic, and the importance to guard against resurgence of the pandemic which would set back some of the progress made in the road to recovery. She noted that Hong Kong, China has donated 7.5 million doses of COVID vaccine to the World Health Organization's COVAX to help vulnerable countries fight the pandemic.
She also gave an account of Hong Kong, China's reassuring economic outlook. "Being one of the world's freest economies, sixth largest trading entity and third largest destination of foreign direct investment, we are benefiting from the revitalised manufacturing activities and resumption of demands around the world as shown by our 14.2 per cent year-on-year growth in goods export in the third quarter of this year. Our economy has grown by 7.0 per cent year-on-year in the first nine months and we are expecting 6.4 per cent for the whole year," said Mrs Lam.
Read more here.
At the APEC Ministerial Meeting this week, the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Edward Yau, called upon member economies to maintain an open, reliable and predictable trade environment for robust economic recovery in the region. He reiterated Hong Kong’s readiness to join RCEP and highlighted our support for the sustainable development agenda, including the Hong Kong Climate Action Plan 2050 and the development of green finance.
APEC is one of the platforms through which Hong Kong contributes to driving regional trade. Hong Kong has been an APEC member since 1991.
https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202111/09/P2021110900441.htm
Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, delivered her fifth Policy Address today to set out her plan for the future of Hong Kong. Under the theme of "Building a Bright Future Together", the policy address proposed initiatives across a wide spectrum of policy issues, including the “One Country, Two Systems” practice, enhancing governance, housing & land, new impetus to the economy, building a liveable city, talent & youth development and improving people’s livelihood.
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Chief
Executive's
2021 Policy Address full text and Highlight
CE
outlines bright future for Hong Kong in Policy Address
CE targets
priority
areas for economic development
SCED briefs
representatives of local chambers of commerce on Policy Address initiatives
HKSAR Government published "Report on Hong Kong's Business Environment: A Place with Unique Advantages and Unlimited Opportunities". The Report reviews and sets out Hong Kong's current business environment and advantages following the events over the past two years, and describes the development opportunities available to Hong Kong under the country's new phase and pattern of development.
Read the report at: www.hkeconomy.gov.hk/en/environment/index.htm
At the ASEAN Economic Ministers - Hong Kong, China Consultations, ministers of ASEAN Member States welcomed Hong Kong to seek accession to RCEP.
During the meeting, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Edward Yau, said that Hong Kong's accession to RCEP would provide an additional platform for promoting trade and investment between ASEAN and Hong Kong. It would also help further consolidate the regional supply chain, providing more access and choices of high-quality services to enterprises in the region.
ASEAN as a bloc is Hong Kong’s second largest trading partner. Despite COVID-19, bilateral trade between Hong Kong and ASEAN continued to record robust growth. In H1 2021, trade in goods between the two sides jumped by 21% y-o-y, reaching a total of HK$589.7 billion.
Find here for the press release, here:
Application for sitting in the Common Recruitment Examination and Basic Law Test (CRE and BLT) has been opened until August 20. CRE and BLT tests are scheduled to be held on October 2 and 9 in Hong Kong. Examination is also scheduled to be held on 4 December 2021 in seven other cities - Beijing, London, San Francisco, New York, Toronto, Vancouver, and Sydney. Due to the evolving situation regarding COVID-19, the Civil Service Bureau (CSB) will adjust the arrangements for the examination if the situation warrants and announce them on the CSB webpage.
Visit www.csb.gov.hk/eng/cre.html for more details.
266 Indonesian people, under the arrangement of the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Hong Kong, received the Sinovac vaccine at a hotel in Causeway Bay through the HKSAR Government's outreach vaccination service on August 1.
The ASEAN communities' contribution in Hong Kong is well appreciated and the HKSAR Government attached much importance to their well-being. It is also very important to have the support of ASEAN communities in Hong Kong so as to enhance our overall anti-epidemic capability. ASEAN residents and other ethnic minority people in Hong Kong are encouraged to receive vaccination as soon as possible in order to protect themselves.
In light of the prevailing COVID-19 situation, Hong Kong is adjusting entry requirements for people arriving from Indonesia. Effective June 25, all passenger flights from Indonesia will be prohibited from landing in Hong Kong. Indonesia will also at the same time be specified as an extremely high-risk Group A1 specified place to restrict persons who have stayed in that place for more than two hours from boarding passenger flights for Hong Kong, so as to stop persons from the relevant place from travelling to Hong Kong via transit. Check full details here
Amid the unstable epidemic situation around the world, Hong Kong will add Argentina, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Malaysia, the Netherlands and Singapore to the "high-risk" Group B specified places, effective May 21. That means people who have stayed in these places on the day of boarding or 14 days prior to catching their Hong Kong-bound flight must present a negative COVID-19 test result done within 72 hours before scheduled departure. They must also have a room reservation in a designated quarantine hotel in Hong Kong for either 14 or 21 days, depending on their vaccination status.
Learn more here
Find here for press release of new travel restriction
With the fourth wave of the epidemic under control, coupled with the enhancement of our anti-epidemic capabilities in various aspects and the roll-out of the vaccination programme, Chief Executive Mrs Carrie Lam consider that it is an appropriate time to adopt a new direction in fighting the pandemic. In response to the aspirations of various sectors and members of the public to resume normal lives as soon as possible, she propose four “Rs” in our new direction in fighting the pandemic:
Read more in her monthly article on COVID in Hong Kong.
The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress amended the Annexes to the Basic Law so as to improve the electoral system of the HKSAR. The amendments established a political structure that upholds the "One Country, Two Systems" principle, reflects the actual situation of Hong Kong and ensures "patriots administering Hong Kong". The amendments will enhance the governance capability of the HKSAR and enable us to leverage our unique advantages and the staunch support of the Central Authorities to develop the economy and improve the livelihood of our citizens. Read more here.
The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office and the Financial Services Development Council co-organised a webinar “Resilience in the post-COVID era: Indonesian enterprises to leverage on Hong Kong's leading financial infrastructure” to promote HK's strengths in financial services. Our Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Christopher Hui, spoke on the latest developments and initiatives in Hong Kong's financial arena, highlighting the city's competitive edge in initial public offering fundraising, green and sustainable finance and fintech innovations. He also pointed out the new opportunities arising from the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and how Hong Kong can help Indonesian enterprises in spurring economic development in the post-pandemic era. Learn more here.
The National People's Congress had passed the Decision on improving the electoral system of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, together with the governing team of the HKSAR Government, pledged staunch support for and sincere gratitude to the passage of the Decision.
CS strongly supports and welcomes passage of Decision on improving electoral system of HKSAR by NPC
SJ welcomes passage of Decision on improving electoral system of HKSAR by NPC
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Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, made the following statement in response to the National People's Congress’ deliberation at the fourth session of the 13th National People's Congress on a decision to improve the electoral system to implement "patriots administering Hong Kong".
HKSAR officials discuss the latest development of the Hong Kong National Security Law at the United Nations Human Rights Council.
Speech by Secretary for Security, Mr John Lee (March 1, 2021)
Speech by Secretary for Justice, Ms Teresa Cheng, SC (February 26, 2021)
In his Budget speech, Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, unveiled wide-ranging measures to revive Hong Kong's economy and help people overcome financial difficulties amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Counter-cyclical measures in the Budget aimed to ease financial burden on people and businesses while ensuring that essential public services as well as infrastructure development are maintained. The continued investment in innovation and technology will sustain momentum built up in recent years. It will help position Hong Kong well in the development of an international innovation and technology centre in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
To assist local businesses exploring new markets including the ASEAN countries, $1.5 billion will be injected into the Dedicated Fund on Branding, Upgrading and Domestic Sales and the enterprise funding ceiling increased from $4 million to $6 million. Click here for more details.
The Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Mr Law Kin-wai, delivered a Chinese New Year Message. May we wish you a healthy and prosperous Year of the Ox!
The Secretary for Justice, Ms Teresa Cheng, SC, wrote an article reiterating HK's unique advantages in arbitration and dispute resolution services. In the article, she also said rational decisions have to be made regarding the legal seat of arbitration, whether the arbitration is ad hoc or institutional, and which institution is to be chosen.
The part in relation to Cambodia under the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the Investment Agreement (IA) between Hong Kong and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will take effect on February 12, signifying that the FTA and the IA signed between Hong Kong and the 10 member states of ASEAN will come into effect in full.
On trade in goods under the FTA, Cambodia will progressively reduce and eliminate customs duties on goods originating from Hong Kong. On trade in services, Hong Kong service providers will enjoy legal certainty in market access for an extensive range of services sectors in Cambodia. Under the IA, Cambodia will provide Hong Kong enterprises investing in its area with fair and equitable treatment of their investments, physical protection and security of their investments, and the assurance of the free transfer of their investments and returns.
Hong Kong enterprises and service providers will be able to enjoy the full benefits as committed to by all 10 ASEAN member states under the agreements. Their business opportunities in ASEAN markets will be greatly enhanced. Click here for more information
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today said it has a constitutional responsibility to safeguard national security, and has the determination, perseverance and capability to enforce the National Security Law to safeguard Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability under the “one country, two systems” principle.
Read more:
HKSAR Government resolutely safeguards national security without fear (https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202101/07/P2021010700635.htm)
HKSAR
Government will
not tolerate any offence of subversion (https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202101/06/P2021010600675.htm)
Immigration Department announced that in view of the COVID-19 pandemic, Hong Kong non-permanent residents who are currently outside Hong Kong with their limit of stay about to expire/expired may apply for a visa/entry permit to return to Hong Kong. Click here for details.
In her monthly article, the Chief Executive Mrs Carrie Lam said that despite the severe epidemic in Hong
Kong,
there was still encouraging news in the past month – several vaccines which had entered phase 3 clinical
trial
have
been approved for emergency use and after months of efforts, the HKSAR Government concluded advance
purchase
agreements with three vaccine developers to provide Hong Kong with 22.5 million doses of vaccines of
different
technology
platforms. She also urged citizens to stay at home to fight the epidemic, which in itself is an act to
support
the frontline anti-epidemic personnel.
Read more
Chief Executive Mrs Carrie Lam delivered her annual Policy Address on November 25, with measures to support Hong Kong to strive ahead with renewed perseverance. The Policy Address seeks to restore Hong Kong's constitutional order, consolidate and enhance Hong Kong's strengths and diversify its economic development, and build on past efforts to continue to improve people's well-being, with a view to resolving immediate and long-term social problems.
She also revealed wide-ranging strategies to make full use of the city's advantages under the "One Country, Two Systems" principle, reboot Hong Kong's economy, create new opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and further promote innovation and technology. To help develop growth opportunities overseas, Hong Kong would consolidate its position as the "prime platform and a key link" for the Belt and Road Initiative.
Visit the Policy Address 2020 website or read a leaflet on the key measures to learn more.
Press releases:
Policy Address:
Striving Ahead with Renewed Perseverance
CE unveils
measures to
inject impetus into Hong Kong's economy
CE details
multi-pronged approach to boost housing and land supply
CE sets out
vision for
a cleaner, greener and liveable Hong Kong
CE unveils
measures to
support jobs and livelihoods amid pandemic
The Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, attended the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2020 Economic Leaders' Meeting on November 20. Noting in her remarks that COVID-19 has brought about unprecedented challenges to the world, Mrs Lam said that reviving the economy calls for co-operation among economies and that they must stand firm against unilateralism and protectionism. She congratulated the 15 member economies on the signing of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, and expressed the hope that Hong Kong can join the Agreement early and appealed for the support of member economies.Read more
The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on 11 November made a decision on the qualification of members of the Legislative Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The HKSAR Government accordingly announced that four members of the sixth-term LegCo were disqualified from being LegCo members. The decision was constitutional and conducive to the full implementation of "One Country, Two Systems".
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HKSAR
Government
announces disqualification of legislators concerned in accordance with NPCSC's decision on qualification
of
HKSAR legislators
CE stresses
that
NPCSC's decision is constitutional, lawful, reasonable and conducive to resolute, full and faithful
implementation of "One Country, Two Systems"
HKSARG's
response
to Law Society of Hong Kong's statement on disqualification of legislative councillors
HKSAR
Government
vehemently condemns groundless accusations by foreign governments against NPCSC decision
Speaking at the APEC Ministerial Meeting, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Edward Yau, said the signing and launching of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is an important milestone for economic integration in the region that sends a strong and clear message in support of an open, inclusive and rules-based trade and investment arrangement, and expressed Hong Kong's strong interest in joining the Partnership. Mr Yau said with the high-standard Free Trade Agreements with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, Australia and New Zealand already in place on top of the Mainland and Hong Kong Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement, Hong Kong is keenly interested in joining the RCEP and stands ready to start dialogues on accession with its member economies when the time is ripe for the RCEP to take on new partners. Read more
The Governments of Hong Kong and Singapore on November 11 announced the detailed arrangements of the bilateral Air Travel Bubble (ATB), with designated flights to be launched on November 22, taking a significant step forward in resuming cross-border air travel between the two places in an orderly manner. Under the ATB arrangement, travellers between the two places will not be subject to any quarantine arrangements upon arrival, nor restrictions to their travel purposes or itineraries on the condition that they comply with a set of anti-epidemic protocols. The arrangement highlights the close connection between Hong Kong and the ASEAN.
For more information:
http://www.tourism.gov.hk/travel-bubble/en/hongkong.html
https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202011/11/P2020111100217.htm
Challenged by #COVID19, businesses need to work with governments to navigate the new normal. The webinar rolled out on how the #HongKong Government is helping businesses to come out of the pandemic stronger, and explore areas of cooperation between #Malaysia and Hong Kong.
Watch the video here
The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme is now calling for applications from candidates seeking admissions as new full-time PhD students in Hong Kong. The Scheme aims at attracting the best and brightest students in the world to pursue their PhD studies in Hong Kong's universities.
The Fellowship Scheme will provide a competitive annual stipend and conference and research-related travel allowance per year up to three years.
For more information: www.rgc.edu.hk/hkphd
The part relating to Brunei Darussalam under the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the Investment Agreement (IA) between Hong Kong and ASEAN will enter into force on October 20.
On trade in goods under the FTA, Brunei Darussalam will progressively reduce and eliminate customs duties on goods originating from Hong Kong. On trade in services, Hong Kong service providers will enjoy better business opportunities and legal certainty in market access within Brunei Darussalam. Under the IA, Brunei Darussalam will provide fair & equitable treatment, physical protection and security for Hong Kong investments, and assure free transfer of these investments and returns. Details here
In her monthly article, the Chief Executive Mrs Carrie Lam said that after a hard-fought battle sof more than two months, Hong Kong has basically contained the third wave of the COVID-19 epidemic which started in early July. The Government is grasping this window of stability to relax social distancing measures in phases to allow the gradual resumption of economic activities and people’s normal lives to relieve the burden of enterprises and “anti-epidemic fatigue” among the public. Read more
Join the “Reconnect: Hong Kong-Malaysia Partnership” webinar on 24 September 2020 at 15:00-16:30 Jakarta time / 16:00-17:30 Malaysia and Hong Kong time.
Government and business leaders from both Hong Kong and Malaysia will share insights on emerging opportunities with the application of innovation and technology, as well as in the trade and investment fields under the “new normal”. The webinar will be a valuable opportunity for enterprises, manufacturers, professional services and start-ups to explore opportunities for collaboration and partnership in braving challenges ahead.
Register at: https://o-portal.com/dr/15xv52xp
The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Edward Yau, co-chaired via video conference the Fourth Economic Ministers - Hong Kong, China Consultations with the Minister of Industry and Trade of Vietnam, Mr Tran Tuan Anh, on August 28. At the meeting, economic ministers from the 10 ASEAN Member States and Hong Kong exchanged views on a response to the economic impact of the pandemic, discussed possible areas for co-operation and collaboration, and took stock of the implementation of the ASEAN-HKC Free Trade Agreement and the ASEAN-HKC Investment Agreement.
Read more
Read the joint media statement here
The "Riding Ups and Downs: Hong Kong-Indonesia Partnership" webinar to strengthen partnerships in trade, investment, professional services and technology. A major agenda item of the webinar was exploring the business opportunities of the Mainland's overseas Economic and Trade Cooperation Zones (ETCZs) in Indonesia for interested Hong Kong businesses. The webinar was part of a series of government-to-government collaboration initiatives to explore ways of capturing business opportunities under the new normal and enhancing people-to-people bonds in the context of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Read the CE's speech delivered in the webinar here
Watch the video here
The 2020 Legislative Council General Election will be postponed for a year to September 5, 2021, in order to protect public safety and public health as well as ensure elections are conducted openly and fairly.
This booklet introduces the background to the enactment of The Law of the People’s Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, outlines the main content and answers some common questions in respect of the Law.
Hong Kong is taking rigorous action in various areas to contain the spread of COVID-19. Non-Hong Kong residents arriving by air are denied entry to the city until further notice. The transit services at the airport have resumed normal from June 1. Other measures include stringent enforcement of quarantine orders and tightened practice of social distancing. Find the latest update here.
The HKSAR Government has implemented a comprehensive and co-ordinated approach to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) and protect the health of the community while maintaining Hong Kong’s position as an international city and aviation hub. Details here.
Agreement Concerning Amendment to the Closer Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on Trade in Services has been implemented on June 1. The Amendment Agreement introduces new liberalisation measures in a number of important services sectors such as legal services, construction and related engineering services, financial services, testing and certification, television and motion pictures. Details here.
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