Since its founding in 1861 the Chamber has grown from 62 companies to become the pre-eminent trade organization in Hong Kong, boasting around 4,000 members today. Its influential members represent an international business community covering the continents of the world. The Chamber's continued strength and vitality is true recognition of the hard work and dedication of its past and present leadership, and membership.

The 25 Chamber committees have excelled in acting as a listening, debating and advisory forum for the various business sectors of Hong Kong. In addition the Chamber actively works for its members in advising the SAR Government on matters affecting businesses and the economy. The close working relationship that the Chamber has with the SAR Government and the business community is, again, recognition to the integrity and respect associated with the Chamber's members.

The Chamber and its staff should also be congratulated for encouraging and attracting the highest caliber of local and visiting dignitaries to make keynote addresses to the Chamber at its seminars, luncheons, and annual Business Summit meeting.

It is due to the Chamber's solid and respected history, as well as its position within the Hong Kong community, that we can all look forward to meeting the challenges ahead with optimism and confidence.