Past Events
Guangdong remains the largest provincial economy in China, recording GDP growth of 4.1% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2025 to reach US$10.5 trillion.
Against this backdrop, members of the China Committee received the latest updates on the province’s development during the China Committee meeting at the Guangdong Economic & Trade Representative Office in Hong Kong on 12 December. Director Lynn Tsai reported that during the same period, outbound direct investment (ODI) surged by 61.1% to US$24.25 billion, while foreign direct investment (FDI) into Guangdong rose 2.8% to US$3.4 trillion.
To accelerate the growth of strategic industries, including the low-altitude economy, biomedicine and AI robotics, Tsai said the government has lifted foreign investment restrictions through pilot schemes in Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Additional incentives have been introduced to encourage foreign enterprises to establish headquarters and R&D centres in Guangdong.
2025/12/12
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Visit to Shenzhen New Frontier United Family Hospital
A visit to Shenzhen New Frontier United Family Hospital on 10 December, led by Health and Wellness Working Group Convenor Roy Ng, offered members the opportunity to explore the hospital’s vital role in cross-border healthcare.
During a tour of the hospital, which delivers high-quality medical services to both local and international patients, participants engaged directly with medical professionals, gaining insights into various medical specialities to meet diverse patient needs.
The visit also highlighted the hospital’s innovative approaches to healthcare and how it effectively addresses the challenges of cross-border medical requirements.
2025/12/10
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Understanding the Art Ecosystem: Hong Kong and Beyond
The Retail, Culture, Sports & Tourism Committee hosted a thought-provoking panel discussion titled "Understanding the Art Ecosystem: Hong Kong and Beyond" at the blue-chip art gallery Hauser and Wirth on 8 December.
Moderated by Alan Lo, the event brought together Evelyn Lin, Chairman of Modern and Contemporary Art Asia at Sotheby’s; Lihsin Tsai, Head of Sales Asia and Senior Director at Hauser and Wirth Hong Kong; and Ida Ng, CEO of Artmove, Helu-Trans Group.
The conversation unpacked Hong Kong's pivotal role in the global art ecosystem, its unique positioning, and its contributions to contemporary art from the perspectives of auction houses, art galleries and art movers. The panellists also discussed vital market trends, the intersection of creativity and commerce, and the dynamics of collaboration within the region’s cultural infrastructure.
2025/12/08
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HKGCC Inks MoU with FHKBA to bolster Nordic-Hong Kong Connections
The Chamber signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Finland-Hong Kong Business Association (FHKBA) during the Europe Committee meeting on 3 December.
The agreement to strengthen cooperation was signed by Chamber CEO Patrick Yeung and FHKBA Chairman Pertti Jalasvirta, witnessed by HKGCC Europe Committee Chairman CK Lee and FHKBA Chief Liaison Officer James Chen.
Jalasvirta outlined the specific measures that FHKBA is implementing to support Finnish companies operating in Hong Kong. One notable initiative is the Nordic-Hong Kong Matchmaking tool, which will link companies and individuals across the two economies interested in growing business, trade and investment.
Additionally, Committee member Miguel Latorre, Managing Director of Acclime Corporate Services Ltd, offered insights into the trends transforming the corporate service landscape in the Asia-Pacific region. Special thanks to Latorre for providing the meeting venue.
2025/12/03
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