The Chamber’s Americas Committee hosted a cocktail reception on 8 February for Consuls General and country representatives from the Americas. More than 100 members enjoyed a productive evening celebrating the Lunar New Year, networking and learning about new developments in these growing markets. 

Americas Committee Chairman Thomas Wong welcomed all the members and guests and introduced Le Xia, Chief Economist for Asia at BBVA Hong Kong, who gave his insights on the economic outlook for the Americas in the coming year. Xia shared his views on the recent stock market fluctuations and also talked about the Chinese government’s new policy directives, which highlight the growing importance of Latin America to China. He quoted a recent study by his firm that revealed improving sentiment towards Chinese investment in the region, and said that members should expect greater trade and investment ties with Latin America in the future.

Chamber Vice Chairman Leland Sun, along with Chamber CEO Shirley Yuen and the Americas Committee leadership, wished everyone a prosperous and joyful Year of the Dog and toasted to strengthening connections between Hong Kong and the Americas.

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