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Branding --
The Power of Market Identity

If You've Got it, Brand It

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Trade and Unemployment

China Economic Update
Is China Losing Its
Cheap Labour Advantage?

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Business Help Wanted!

Ricoh Hong Kong Limited

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HKGCC Mission to
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                                         November 2003 Issue 

Branding
The Power of Market Identity

Businesses have long lived by the rule that price is king, but many firms are now starting to discover that price is no match for branding power

The concept of brand building in Hong Kong is a new idea, but one that is being eagerly discussed by government and businesses alike, and for good reason. The true beauty of brands lie in their ability to create value for their companies, their economies and their countries by changing consumer behavior. Of course this is not true of all brands, but the strongest brands are very powerful indeed.   More >>

CEPA to Spur
HK-PRD Cooperation

Mainland authorities are eager to ensure that both Hong Kong and Mainland companies gain the maximum benefit from the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement

Looking back over Shenzhen, Dongguan, Zhuhai and Zhongshan's history, it is easy to understand why everyone always marvels at the pace of economic development in the Pearl River Delta. In just two decades, these booming cities have grown out of paddy fields into a production powerhouse manufacturing US$300 million worth of goods every day.   More >>

Working in
the Pearl River Delta

Around 20 percent of HKSAR companies have job openings for Hong Kong youths to work in the Pearl River Delta, yet they would only consider working in the Mainland if they were unable to find a job here.   More >>

Trade and Unemployment

China is being accused of causing U.S. unemployment by selling to American consumers goods that otherwise might be purchased from U.S. manufacturers, and doing so because of an unfairly weak exchange rate. If successful, pressure on China's exports would have profound implications for Hong Kong. But, what is the evidence?   More >>

Is China Losing Its
Cheap Labour Advantage?

China's abundant, cheap labour pool has long been a key driver of the country's industrial growth. In recent years, however, investors have grown concerned about spiralling labour cost in the Mainland, which they fear will dampen the low-cost comparative advantage of their investment in the China market.   More >>

Business Help Wanted!

Do you know how to get your hands on a list of foreign banks operating in China? Or perhaps you are looking for a manufacturer of soccer balls? You may even be feeling very adventurous and be looking for a supplier of abalone, or even a tutor to teach you the fascinating art of Chinese tea making?   More >>

HKGCC Mission to
France, Spain and Portugal

European businessmen are extremely interested in exploring opportunities offered under CEPA

A 13-member HKGCC delegation led by Chamber CEO Dr Eden Woon concluded a nine-day business mission to France, Spain and Portugal on October 5.   More >>

e-Commerce in Real Life Roadshow

HKGCC's "e-Commerce in Real Life" roadshows got off to a flying start on October 11 at an opening ceremony in Shatin. The roadshows, which form part of the ongoing e-Commerce Adoption Campaign, aim to raise awareness of SMEs and consumers regarding the power and versatility of e-commerce.   More >>

Post Impressions

In 1906, a huge storm exploded out of nowhere. There was no warning and the Royal Observatory had not predicted foul weather. But at 8:30 a.m. the typhoon gun began to boom out warnings. A few minutes later, a screaming gale hit the harbour. Within three hours, there were 30,000 dead.   More >>

Ricoh Hong Kong Limited

Let's be honest, talking about office photocopiers, printers and fax machines is about as exciting as watching paint dry. But sit in a room with Aaron Yim for an hour to discuss the subject, and his passion for office equipment, or "total document solutions" as he likes to call it, becomes contagious.   More >>

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