HKETO Berlin Promotes Hong Kong's Industrial Excellence at Automechanika Frankfurt to Boost Global Business Connections

HKETO Berlin promotes Hong Kong's industrial excellence at Automechanika Frankfurt

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin (HKETO Berlin) supported the participation of the Hong Kong Screw and Fastener Council and Hong Kong Productivity Council at Automechanika Frankfurt held in Frankfurt, Germany from September 8 to 12 (Frankfurt time).

Automechanika Frankfurt is one of the world's leading trade fairs for the automotive industry, bringing together manufacturers, professional buyers, and industry experts from around the globe. The event provides an important platform for businesses to showcase their products and technologies to an international audience.

Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong Pavilion at the trade fair on September 8 (Frankfurt time), the Deputy Director of the HKETO Berlin, Mr Billy Leung, highlighted the Government's commitment to promoting Hong Kong's industrial excellence internationally and facilitating business exchanges for enterprises to "Go Global".

Mr Leung emphasised the unique advantages and values that Hong Kong offers to the industries. The robust legal system, free flow of capital, world-class infrastructure, and deep pool of talent make Hong Kong an ideal partner for companies looking to innovate and grow.

"Hong Kong is an international financial centre, a logistics hub, and a trusted business platform. Our manufacturers deliver high-quality products and solutions that meet the needs of global customers. In an industry where precision, reliability, and speed are everything, Hong Kong always delivers," said Mr Leung.

Representatives from Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council also participated the networking session held after the opening ceremony to promote and connect participating enterprises and industry stakeholders.

The event formed part of the promotion efforts under the Economic and Trade Express initiative, which aims to strengthen Hong Kong's economic and trade connections with global partners and support Hong Kong enterprises in expanding their international footprint.

About HKETO Berlin

HKETO Berlin is the official representative of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government in commercial relations and other economic and trade matters in Germany as well as Austria, Czechia, Hungary, Poland, the Slovak Republic, Slovenia and Switzerland.

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin (HKETO Berlin), Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council promoted Hong Kong's industrial excellence at Automechanika Frankfurt in Frankfurt, Germany, on September 8 (Frankfurt time). Photo shows the Deputy Director of the HKETO Berlin, Mr Billy Leung speaking at the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong Pavilion at the trade fair. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin, Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council promoted Hong Kong's industrial excellence at Automechanika Frankfurt in Frankfurt, Germany, on September 8 (Frankfurt time). Photo shows Hong Kong companies' booths at Automechanika Frankfurt. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin (HKETO Berlin), Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council promoted Hong Kong's industrial excellence at Automechanika Frankfurt in Frankfurt, Germany, on September 8 (Frankfurt time). Photo shows the Deputy Director of the HKETO Berlin, Mr Billy Leung (fifth left) and the Hong Kong delegation participating the trade fair. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Customs detects drug trafficking case involving incoming passengers at airport

Hong Kong Customs detected a drug trafficking case involving passengers at Hong Kong International Airport yesterday (October 10), and seized about 5 kilograms of suspected cannabis buds, with an estimated market value of about $1 million. Two persons were arrested.

A 59-year-old Mainland male passenger arrived in Hong Kong from Manila, the Philippines, yesterday. During customs clearance, Customs officers found the batch of suspected cannabis buds concealed in a check-in suitcase, in his possession. The man was then arrested. After investigations, Customs officers arrested a 58-year-old Mainland male passenger who also arrived in Hong Kong from Manila, the Philippines, yesterday, and was suspected to be connected with the case.

The two arrested men have been jointly charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug. The case will be brought up at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts tomorrow (October 12).

Customs will continue to step up enforcement against drug trafficking activities through intelligence analysis. The department also reminds members of the public to stay alert and not to participate in drug trafficking activities for monetary return. They must not accept hiring or delegation from another party to carry controlled items into and out of Hong Kong. They are also reminded not to carry unknown items for other people.

Customs will also continue to apply a risk assessment approach and focus on selecting passengers from high-risk regions for clearance to combat transnational drug trafficking activities.

Under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, trafficking in a dangerous drug is a serious offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $5 million and life imprisonment.

Members of the public may report any suspected drug trafficking activities to Customs' 24-hour hotline 182 8080 or its dedicated crime-reporting email account (crimereport@customs.gov.hk) or online form (eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002).

Hong Kong Customs detected a drug trafficking case involving passengers at Hong Kong International Airport yesterday (October 10), and seized about 5 kilograms of suspected cannabis buds, with an estimated market value of about $1 million. Two persons were arrested. Photo shows the suspected cannabis buds seized. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases