Over the years, the Chamber has worked closely with the Hong Kong Government and supported the business community to help improve the efficiency of Hong Kong businesses and make the SAR the world-class city that it is today.

With China's imminent entry into the World Trade Organisation, we are about to embark on a new era that presents Hong Kong with new and exciting opportunities; and some challenges too. I am sure the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce will work closely with other associations, including the Federation of Hong Kong Industries, to enhance the competitiveness of our businesses in this new and exciting era.