The company was established in 1979, initially focusing on the import and export of cotton yarn and textiles. “Hong Kong was one of the biggest importers of cotton yarn, and Pakistan was the main supplier of yarn at that time,” said Saeed Uddin, Chairman of Keywin Trading.
Keywin’s early years coincided with a flourishing time for the industry, when Hong Kong had hundreds of weaving factories and a number of spinning mills.
“The textile business was booming,” Uddin explained. “Denim especially was in great demand, and Hong Kong was a big producer.”
Trade in cotton continues to be a key element for Keywin. “As Southeast Asian countries do not grow cotton and have to import, we are engaged in trading cotton as well, and work as the agent for international cotton merchants,” Uddin said. He added that huge demand from the Chinese Mainland makes it their biggest market for cotton.
As the industry evolved, Keywin extended its business to include finished leather, textile accessories and sundry items. The company has also expanded internationally and set up branch offices in Guangzhou Province, Shanghai, Pakistan and India.
In 2007, Keywin Trading joined the HKGCC because it is the biggest and most well-regarded chamber, Uddin said. “It truly represents the business community of Hong Kong and is recognized all over the world.”
He also noted the Chamber’s successful advocacy efforts. “Its suggestions on many trade and financial matters are accepted by the HKSAR Government.”
Uddin has been a member of Chamber’s Asia and Africa Committee since 2008. “There are many geographic and business committees at the Chamber for members to participate in and get their voice heard,” he said.
Besides his business and Chamber activities, Uddin is also engaged in social and community work, including representing associations and participating in ethnic minority committees of the Home Affairs Bureau. In 2005, he was nominated by the Chief Executive as a member of the Equal Opportunities Commission, and served for six years in total.
In recognition of his dedication to the ethnic minority and Muslim communities in Hong Kong, Uddin was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2003 and the Bronze Bauhinia Star in 2011.
Company: Keywin Trading Ltd
HKGCC Membership No.：HKK0411
Established：1979
Website：www.keywintradingltd.com