Past Events
Kevin Ching: When Art Meets Leadership
CEO 123 Tell Me More
Kevin Ching, Chairman, Asia at Christie's, painted a vivid picture of the art world during our “CEO 123 Tell Me More” talk today.
Drawing from his extensive experience, Kevin guided us on a lively journey through Christie’s rich history and explored the development of the art and auction market. Over the past few decades, China’s contemporary art scene has surged in prominence. The demand for Chinese art, especially in cultural and economic hubs like Hong Kong and Shanghai, parallels the country's expanding influence on the world stage.
Kevin later fielded questions from the audience and offered sage advice to art enthusiasts looking to start a collection: “Buy the best you can afford – and invest in pieces you genuinely like so that you can enjoy them for a long time.”
2025/04/09
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Gateway to the Middle East and Emerging Markets
Abdul Aziz Abdulla Al Ghurair, Chairman of Mashreq in the United Arab Emirates, and his colleagues visited the Chamber on 8 April to learn more about the development and application of innovation and advanced technologies in Hong Kong. Chamber Chairman Agnes Chan, CEO Patrick Yeung, and leaders from the Asia, Africa & Middle East and Innovation Data & Communication committees welcomed the guests.
Al Ghurair highlighted Mashreq Group's significant presence in the MENA region and South Asia, with a strong track record of over 40 years in Hong Kong. Leveraging its expertise in these regions, Mashreq is well-positioned to complement international banking institutions focused on traditional markets, aligning with Hong Kong's strategy to tap into the emerging market economy.
Tarek El Nahas, Head of International Banking at Mashreq Group, emphasized the crucial role of local partners in facilitating overseas expansion. He noted the underrepresentation of Chinese brands in the Middle East and proposed that Mashreq's reputation and support could provide liquidity when establishing a new branch.
Chan concurred on the importance of local partners in market familiarization, citing the Government's initiative on regional collaboration during the CPPCC Standing Committee Session. Timothy Tam, Vice Chairman of the Innovation Data & Communication Committee, shared the interests of start-ups and green technologies partners in the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation and suggested opportunities for collaboration.
2025/04/08
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Town Hall Forum with Rosanna Law
We had an insightful Town Hall Forum with Rosanna Law, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, on 7 April.
Law said one of the key messages from the Development Blueprint for Hong Kong’s Tourism Industry 2.0 is the importance of leveraging our unique advantage of being backed by the Mainland. One example is the resumption of multiple-entry permits for Shenzhen residents to travel to Hong Kong.
She highlighted the need to explore new tourism resources and inject momentum and freshness into the city through soft power initiatives, such as mega and festive events, to attract tourists from around the world.
Hosted by the Chamber’s Retail and Tourism Committee Chairman Tammy Wu, the forum provided a platform for members to share their hopes and concerns related to the tourism industry. Law addressed questions on a range of topics, from ways to attract long-haul visitors and revive the city's nightlife to supporting sustainable tourism.
2025/04/07
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It was a pleasure to welcome so many European Consuls General and senior Consulate representatives to our cocktail reception on 2 April!
Hosted by HKGCC's Europe Committee Chairman Alfonso Ballesteros, the gathering offered a valuable platform for members and dignitaries to exchange insights about Europe and expand their business networks.
Chamber Chairman Agnes Chan proposed a toast to the enduring warm relations between Hong Kong and European countries. Cheers to further collaboration and strong connections!
2025/04/02
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Key Geopolitical Risks to Watch in 2025
In collaboration with the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, HKGCC’s Europe Committee hosted a briefing and networking session on 1 April with a visiting delegation of experts from Verisk Maplecroft, including Reema Bhattacharya, Head of Asia Risk Insight; Kaho Yu, Head of Energy and Resources; and Arun Pillai-Essex, Principal Consultant, APAC. The event, held under Chatham House Rules, featured an insightful briefing on the potential implications of rising geopolitical tensions, including U.S. trade actions, for businesses in Asia and how this is transforming the region’s operating environment.
Through interactive sessions and case studies, members from both chambers engaged in open discussions on strategies to identify and mitigate geopolitical risks. They also enjoyed a relaxing evening of networking over drinks and canapés.
2025/04/01
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