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.
HKETO Berlin promotes Hong Kong's industrial excellence at Automechanika Frankfurt Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
HKETO Berlin promotes Hong Kong's industrial excellence at Automechanika Frankfurt Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
HKETO Berlin promotes Hong Kong's industrial excellence at Automechanika Frankfurt Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Customs detects three drug trafficking cases involving incoming passengers at airport
Hong Kong Customs yesterday (September 8) and today (September 9) detected three drug trafficking cases involving passengers at Hong Kong International Airport and seized about 30 kilograms of suspected ketamine, about 14.3kg of suspected cannabis buds, two suspected alternative smoking products and one duty-not-paid cigarette, with a total estimated market value over $15 million. Five persons were arrested.
The first case involved two Mainland male passengers, aged 29 and 45 respectively, arrived in Hong Kong from Bangkok, Thailand, via Manila, the Philippines yesterday. During customs clearance, Customs officers found a total of about 11kg of suspected cannabis buds with a total estimated market value of about $2.6 million in their two check-in suitcases. The two men were arrested subsequently.
In the second case, a 36-year-old British female passenger arrived in Hong Kong from London, the United Kingdom, via Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates, today. During customs clearance, Customs officers found a total of about 30kg of suspected ketamine and two suspected alternative smoking products with a total estimated market value of about $12 million in her two check-in suitcases and carry-on baggage. She was subsequently arrested.
The third case involved two Mainland male passengers, aged 24 and 26, arrived in Hong Kong today from Xiamen and Bangkok,Thailand, respectively. During customs clearance, Customs officers found about of 3.3kg of suspected cannabis buds and one duty-not-paid cigarette with a total estimated market value of about $770,000 in the baggage of the 24-year-old man. The 24-year-old man and the 26-year-old man connected to the case were subsequently arrested.
The two arrested men in the first case 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 (September 10). Investigations of the second and third cases are ongoing.
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.
Under the Import and Export Ordinance, any person who imports an alternative smoking product into Hong Kong commits an offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $2 million and imprisonment for seven years.
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 detects three drug trafficking cases involving incoming passengers at airport Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Customs detects three drug trafficking cases involving incoming passengers at airport Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Customs detects three drug trafficking cases involving incoming passengers at airport Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
