London ETO supports HKUST Business School event in London
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) supported the "BizInsight Forum and Alumni Get-together" organised by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Business School at the London Stock Exchange in the United Kingdom (UK) on May 19 (London time).
In her welcome remarks, the Director-General of the London ETO, Miss Fiona Chau, highlighted Hong Kong's unique role as an open and international hub connecting people, ideas and capital, underpinned by its common law system and business-friendly environment. She underscored Hong Kong's continued efforts to attract global talent and strengthen its education and innovation ecosystem, including the "Study in Hong Kong" initiative and the development of new research and collaboration clusters. She also congratulated HKUST on its advances in medical education and encouraged continued strengthening academic and professional exchanges between Hong Kong and the UK.
Marking the 35th anniversary of HKUST, the event opened with a forum on geo-economics and the evolving global economic landscape, followed by a reception that provided a valuable platform for alumni and distinguished guests to exchange ideas and explore future opportunities.
The forum also featured remarks by the Dean of the HKUST Business School, Professor Frederik Anseel, who shared insights on the transformative impact of AI on business models, talent development and consumer experience.
The event was attended by over 100 participants, including representatives from the business and academic sectors from Hong Kong and the UK.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London supported the "BizInsight Forum and Alumni Get-together" organised by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Business School at the London Stock Exchange in the United Kingdom (UK) on May 19 (London time). The event was attended by over 100 participants, including representatives from the business and academic sectors from Hong Kong and the UK. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London supported the "BizInsight Forum and Alumni Get-together" organised by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Business School at the London Stock Exchange in the United Kingdom on May 19 (London time). Photo shows the Dean of the HKUST Business School, Professor Frederik Anseel speaking at the event. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) supported the "BizInsight Forum and Alumni Get-together" organised by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Business School at the London Stock Exchange in the United Kingdom on May 19 (London time). Photo shows the Director-General of the London ETO, Miss Fiona Chau, delivering a welcome speech at the event. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FS begins visit to Brussels, Belgium (with photos/video)
The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, yesterday (May 20, Paris time) proceeded to visit Brussels, Belgium, during which he met with a number of European Union (EU) officials and European business leaders to promote Hong Kong's advantages.
After arriving in Brussels, Mr Chan met respectively with the Deputy Director-General for Financial Stability, Financial Services and Capital Markets Union of the European Commission, Dr Alexandra Jour-Schroeder; the Managing Director for Asia and the Pacific of the European External Action Service, Mr Erik Kurzweil; and the Hors Classe Adviser in the Directorate-General for Budget of the European Commission, Mr Siegfried Ruhl. They exchanged views on the experience of Hong Kong and Europe in areas including the economy, finance, trade and fiscal policy, and explored ways to further promote co-operation and build closer, mutually beneficial and win-win relations.
During the above meetings, Mr Chan briefed them on Hong Kong's economic and financial development. He pointed out that, amid the current challenging international political and economic environment, Hong Kong, under "one country, two systems", maintains its status as a free port, with the free flow of capital, information and talent. Hong Kong also adheres to international best practices in business, accounting and professional services, has stable and predictable economic and trade policies, and continues to innovate and develop its financial markets. He welcomed the European business and investment communities to make full use of Hong Kong as a platform to raise funds for developing markets in the Chinese Mainland and Asia.
Mr Chan also said that there is room for Hong Kong and Europe to strengthen co-operation in various fields, and that the two sides should engage in more exchanges of experience, mutual learning and joint development. For example, in the financial sector, the two sides could explore arrangements for dual listing by European enterprises in the two markets, develop fixed-income and currency markets, promote green finance and financial innovation, and better channel private savings to support industries and economic development.
Mr Chan also met with the Chief Executive Officer of Euroclear, a European financial intermediary institution, Ms Valérie Urbain, to exchange views on the global economic situation and financial market developments. In addition, he met with the representative of a renowned local family to learn about the development of its group's business in Hong Kong and Asia, and introduced Hong Kong's advantages in various aspects. He suggested that the group increase its investment in Hong Kong and use Hong Kong as its regional headquarters for managing its business and treasury activities in the region.
He also called on the Head of Mission and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the European Union, Mr Cai Run, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the Kingdom of Belgium, Mr Fei Shengchao. They had in-depth exchanges on China-Europe relations and the latest developments in Hong Kong.
Mr Chan will depart today (May 21, Brussels time) for the visit to Zurich, Switzerland.
FS begins visit to Brussels, Belgium (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FS begins visit to Brussels, Belgium (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FS begins visit to Brussels, Belgium (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FS begins visit to Brussels, Belgium (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FS begins visit to Brussels, Belgium (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
FS begins visit to Brussels, Belgium (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
