How GenAI and Emerging Technologies Reshape Industries
At a committee meeting held on 25 June, Kelvin Tang, Founder and CEO of PONS.ai, shared his insights into how Gen AI-powered personalization can help businesses to enhance social engagement, improve sales performance and assist in successful event organization. He pointed out that cutting-edge technology not only fosters deeper customer connections but also enables businesses to achieve sustainable growth and gain a competitive advantage in the market.
During the same meeting, Robert Ip was re-elected as Chairman, and Matthew Man and Stephen Ng were re-elected as Vice Chairmen.
2025/06/25
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Town Hall Forum with Mable Chan
We had a very interesting exchange with Mable Chan, Secretary for Transport and Logistics, at the Chamber's Town Hall Forum on 23 June.
Chan explained the government’s strategies to enhance Hong Kong ports’ competitiveness in terms of both quantity and quality. One example is actively promoting Hong Kong’s transport and logistics services through visits to Chengdu, Chongqing and Guangxi, with a view to establishing a three-dimensional ‘rail-sea-land-river’ intermodal transport system with the mainland.
Chan said one of the key roles that Hong Kong plays is as a trade gateway connecting South America and Mainland China, with Hong Kong port currently handling about 40% of the Chilean cherries shipped into Mainland China. Notwithstanding the recent US-Sino trade war, Hong Kong ranked as the fourth largest shipping register in the world after Liberia, Panama and Marshall Islands.
Hosted by Chamber’s Transport and Logistics Committee Chairman and General Committee member Wilson Kwong, the forum provided a perfect platform for members to share their hopes and concerns relating to the transport and logistics industries. Chan addressed a wide range of questions covering topics from strategies to strengthen Hong Kong’s role as a transshipment hub to the bureau’s progress in developing regular LNG bunkering services.
2025/06/23
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Deputy General Manager of Shandong Inspur Digital Enterprise Technology Limited, Xia Fangnan called on the Chamber
Xia Fangnan, Deputy General Manager of Shandong Inspur Digital Enterprise Technology Limited, called on the Chamber on 23 June.
During a meeting with Neo Wang, Vice Chairman of the China Committee, Xia explained that the purpose of his visit was in response to the call by the Central Government and the Shandong provincial government for enterprises to “go global.” He also sought the Chamber’s views on facilitating international expansion.
Xia expressed interest in the policies available for companies seeking to establish a presence in Hong Kong, as well as how to integrate into the city’s business environment. Additionally, he hoped to collaborate with the Chamber to explore ways to support Mainland enterprises in expanding internationally, with a particular focus on specific measures for state-owned and central enterprises.
2025/06/23
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Fostering Meaningful Connections
It was a pleasure to welcome so many distinguished Consuls General of the Asian, African, and Middle Eastern regions at our latest cocktail reception at Hong Kong Club on 19 June.
Chamber Chairman Agnes Chan, BBS highlighted in her speech that the evening was more than just a gathering – it was a celebration of partnerships, opportunities, and shared aspirations.
Right now, the world’s fastest-growing economies are in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, she told the full-house. “These regions aren’t just rising -- they’re redefining global trade, innovation, and investment. And with the incredible network in this room -- our visionary Consuls General, dynamic business leaders, and pioneering members -- we’re not just watching this growth; we’re shaping it together,” she said.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us in fostering these meaningful connections. Here’s to stronger collaboration and a brighter future!
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2025/06/19
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International Business Community's Views on the Trade War and Beyond
It was a full house for our international chambers talk today, which discussed the challenges facing businesses and how they are adapting to current tariffs and policies. While professional and financial services providers are thriving amid unprecedented uncertainties, manufacturers and logistics companies are struggling to diversify their export markets and value chains.
In collaboration with AmCham, EuroCham, and MexCham, speakers Eden Woon, President of AmCham; Iñaki Amate, Chairman of EuroCham; Yamilette Cano, President of MexCham; and Mark Michelson, Chairman of the Asia CEO Forum of IMA Asia and HKGCC Americas Committee, explored the implications of the trade war for the international business community in an enlightening session moderated by Wilson Kwong, Chief Executive of Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited and General Committee Member of HKGCC.
The event, held under Chatham House Rules, also underscored the importance of strengthening connections and forging strategic alliances to create new opportunities. As a bridge between China and the world, Hong Kong can facilitate mutual understanding and trade by leveraging its unique advantages, including a bilingual legal system, strong global connections and a premier location.
2025/06/11
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