Economic Policy CommitteeCommittee Activities

Government Budget 2024-25: What’s in store for Businesses?

We held a highly informative discussion at the Chamber yesterday that unpacked the 2024-25 Budget.
Kelvin Lau, Senior Economist, Standard Chartered provided valuable insights into the rationale behind bond issuances, while Stanley Ho, Tax Partner at KPMG China, delved into the significance of land income and the implications of key tax measures. Jim Walker, Chairman of the Economic Policy Committee, shared his observations on the challenges faced by SMEs and stressed the need to restore confidence. A compact yet comprehensive session that covered all aspects of the Budget proposals.

Exchange Views with the Chief Executive’s Policy Unit

At the Economic Policy Committee Meeting on 18 January, Stephen Wong, Head of the Chief Executive’s Policy Unit (CEPU), gave a presentation on CEPU’s key functions and areas of focus. He also discussed Hong Kong’s economic outlook and engaged in an in-depth exchange of views with members regarding the Government’s current and future policy directions and areas of priority.

Is It Really All Doom & Gloom? Navigating the Asian Economic Landscape in 2024

Eminent economist Jim Walker from Aletheia Capital Limited shared his insights into the Asian economic landscape for 2024 with a particular focus on profit and credit cycles at a roundtable luncheon on 17 January. He also shared his perspective on the outlook for Hong Kong, emphasizing the recent correction in property prices.