Hong Kong Commemorates 80th Anniversary of Victory in War Against Japanese Aggression with Activities Honoring Veterans.

CS and SHYA visit veterans in Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese aggression

This year marks the 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, and the Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Miss Alice Mak, today (August 29), together with respectively the Deputy Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (LOCPG), Mr Liu Guangyuan, and the Secretary General of the LOCPG, Mr Wang Songmiao, visited three veterans in Hong Kong to show care and respect for them.

Mr Chan said that the veterans showed concerted efforts with unwavering determination during the war, spared no effort and fought as one against the enemy and dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to defend the country. They demonstrated to the world a profound patriotic sentiment and a strong sense of patriotism. Their heroic deeds and patriotism command the highest respect, and their stories serve as vivid lessons in patriotic education. Mr Chan added that in order to deepen and broaden the public's understanding of wartime history and the historical significance of victory in the war, and to strengthen their affection for and sense of belonging to the country, the HKSAR Government has been organising various forms of commemorative and educational activities and co-ordinating local organisations to organise different commemorative activities. He called for support from members of the public, in particular youth, to actively participate in relevant commemorative activities of the victory in the War of Resistance, to remember history, honour martyrs, cherish peace, create a great future and pay tribute to the veterans.

Miss Mak expressed that the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau will continue to work alongside district organisations to hold commemorative activities for the 80th anniversary of victory in the War of Resistance. These activities allow the public and young people to have a thorough understanding of the War of Resistance, learn from history, cherish peace and foster their sense of patriotism.

To honour the veteran soldiers, veteran heroes, resistance commanders or their descendants in Hong Kong, the HKSAR Government held the 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression Commemorative Medal Presentation Ceremony on August 22 and presented the commemorative medals awarded by the country to them, with a view to promoting the spirit of resistance, deepen society's awareness in history and patriotic sentiment.

CS and SHYA visit veterans in Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese aggression Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CS and SHYA visit veterans in Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese aggression Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CS and SHYA visit veterans in Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese aggression Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CS and SHYA visit veterans in Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese aggression Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

InvestHK and EEB cohost seminar: cross-departmental collaboration to explore how businesses can leverage Hong Kong to expand into Chinese Mainland F&B market

Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) and the Environment and Ecology Bureau (EEB) today (March 18) jointly organised a seminar titled "New Opportunities for Hong Kong Food and Beverage (F&B) Industry in Expanding into Chinese Mainland Market", attracting the participation of around 80 industry representatives. The seminar aimed to help the industry keep abreast of the latest information and capture emerging business opportunities following the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Inspection, Quarantine and Hygiene Requirements for Meat Products Exported from Hong Kong to the Mainland and the Cooperation Arrangement for the Export of Dairy Products from Hong Kong to the Mainland (collectively referred to as co-operation agreements) in May last year between the EEB and the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China to facilitate food trade between Hong Kong and the Mainland.

The seminar showcased the synergy of cross-departmental collaboration, focusing on how the co-operation agreements facilitate the entry of Hong Kong-manufactured meat and dairy products into the Mainland. Discussions also explored how food brands can leverage the intellectual property advantages of "Made in Hong Kong" products to expand more efficiently into the Mainland food market and enhance competitiveness.

Acting Director-General of Investment Promotion at InvestHK Mr Arnold Lau said, "Demand for high-quality food products in the Mainland market continues to grow, creating significant opportunities for 'Made in Hong Kong' food products, which are well known for their high-quality standards. With further streamlined cross-boundary trade procedures, InvestHK will fully support companies establishing F&B operations in Hong Kong to forge connections with Mainland distribution channels and partners, helping them seize the opportunities arising from the Mainland food trade."

A spokesperson of the EEB said, "'Food from Hong Kong' is a reputable brand for Mainland customers. Coupled with the potential of the Mainland market, the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has facilitated the food industry in opening up the Mainland market by strengthening co-operation with Mainland authorities. We encourage food enterprises to make good use of the policy and seize the market opportunities by exporting food products that satisfy the prescribed requirements to the Mainland."

During the seminar, representatives from the EEB provided a detailed briefing on the requirements and procedures for Hong Kong food products entering the Mainland market, including testing and certification and facilitation measures for customs clearance, and shared updates on the practical implementation of the co-operation agreements signed last year, offering food enterprises new opportunities for growth. Representatives from InvestHK introduced the wide range of supportive services available to overseas and Mainland companies and highlighted how the Northern Metropolis offers attractive land resources for food businesses to scale up production, strengthen competitiveness through the "Made in Hong Kong" advantage, and capitalise on the growing Mainland market demand.

InvestHK will continue to strengthen cross-departmental collaboration, maintain close engagement with the industry, and provide timely information and support to help Hong Kong-manufactured food and beverage businesses seize development opportunities, while promoting economic and trade exchanges and two-way investment between Hong Kong and the Mainland.

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InvestHK and EEB cohost seminar: cross-departmental collaboration to explore how businesses can leverage Hong Kong to expand into Chinese Mainland F&B market Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

InvestHK and EEB cohost seminar: cross-departmental collaboration to explore how businesses can leverage Hong Kong to expand into Chinese Mainland F&B market Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

InvestHK and EEB cohost seminar: cross-departmental collaboration to explore how businesses can leverage Hong Kong to expand into Chinese Mainland F&B market Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

InvestHK and EEB cohost seminar: cross-departmental collaboration to explore how businesses can leverage Hong Kong to expand into Chinese Mainland F&B market Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases