The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government today (July 1) warmly welcomes and expresses gratitude to the country for announcing that non-Chinese Hong Kong permanent residents will soon be eligible for a card-type document (Mainland Travel Permits for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (non-Chinese Citizens)) to enhance convenience of clearance at control points of the Mainland, facilitating their visit to the Mainland for business, travelling, and visiting relatives. The Exit and Entry Administration of the country will start issuing the card on July 10.
The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, said, "At this important moment when Hong Kong residents celebrate together our return to the motherland, I am grateful for the Central Government for introducing the measure in support of Hong Kong again, which demonstrates our country's care and support for the HKSAR all along. Under the new measure, individuals holding the card will be able to enjoy self-service clearance at control points of the Mainland, significantly enhancing clearance efficiency.
"Many non-Chinese Hong Kong permanent residents have deep roots in Hong Kong. They have been working diligently and making significant contributions to the development of Hong Kong. Among them, foreign talent working in Hong Kong are particularly keen to better seize the historic opportunities of our country's rapid developments, especially envisioning greater involvement in the building of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) as a world-class bay area. We firmly believe that international talent of Hong Kong companies can enjoy the long-awaited clearance convenience for northbound travel with this card. This measure is not limited to any nationality or industry, which fully highlights Hong Kong's unique status under 'one country, two systems' and greatly helps Hong Kong maintain its international character and diversity, thereby providing a significant incentive for companies and talent from around the world to settle in Hong Kong," he said.
Under the new measure, all non-Chinese Hong Kong permanent residents will be able to make applications to the China Travel Service (Hong Kong) Limited entrusted by the Exit and Entry Administration of the country for travelling to the Mainland multiple times within a five-year validity period (with a stay not exceeding 90 days for each visit), without the need to apply for a separate visa to enter the Mainland. The application, approval, and issuance of this card fall within the remit of the Mainland authorities. This facilitation arrangement complements the "northbound" multiple-entry visa initiative as announced by the Chief Executive in the 2023 Policy Address, meeting the aspirations of various sectors of the Hong Kong community on all fronts.
To dovetail with the country's efforts in building a high-level talent hub, the HKSAR Government has been maintaining close communication with the Mainland authorities, striving to promote the "southbound and northbound" two-way flow of talent, and has received positive responses from the Mainland. Since early 2023, the Mainland has successively introduced measures to promote the "southbound and northbound" flow, including launching and expanding the GBA “southbound” exit endorsement for talent to Beijing and Shanghai, extending the duration of stay in Hong Kong of the exit endorsement for business visit from seven days to 14 days, and introducing the "northbound" multiple-entry visa. These measures have greatly facilitated the two-way flow of talent. The HKSAR will certainly make good use of these measures, proactively playing the special role and carrying out the mission endowed by "one country, two systems", telling the good stories of Hong Kong, and making even greater contributions to the development of the country.
Ends/Monday, July 1, 2024
Issued at HKT 10:37
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The fourth Asia Summit on Global Health on 16-17 May 2024 in Hong Kong, an event focused on health innovation and investment in Asia jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).
In recent years, global health issues such as ageing population, novel infectious diseases and climate-related health threats have led to increased awareness and greater emphasis on concerted efforts in enhancing healthcare and the need for innovation to build a more healthy and sustainable future. In Asia, the tremendous demand for healthcare, coupled with its emerging role as an innovation hub, points to the region’s growing significance in the global health landscape.
Since its launch in 2021, the Summit has developed into a signature event for the healthcare industry in the region. The Summit in May 2023 brought together more than 90 internationally renowned speakers and 2,500 participants from 40 countries and regions. More than 300 one-on-one deal-making meetings were arranged during the Summit and discussions on potential deals are being followed up by the HKTDC team.
The third International Healthcare Week organised from 15-31 May 2024 to solidify Hong Kong’s role as an innovation and investment hub for global healthcare. As anchor events under the Week, the Asia Summit on Global Health and HKTDC Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair will be staged concurrently highlighting Hong Kong's strengths in the healthcare sector.
Themed “Innovation．Inclusion．Impact”, the 2024 Summit will bring together policy makers, healthcare experts, business leaders, start-ups and investors from around the world to exchange insights and explore opportunities for collaboration. It will comprise a high-level symposium covering a wide range of topics on global health, healthcare innovations and investment opportunities in healthcare in Asia. A series of thematic sessions focusing on the latest trends in different medical sectors, project pitching and deal-making meetings will also be organised to facilitate business discussions and investment partnerships. InnoHealth Showcase, a dedicated exhibition area for start-ups featuring global healthcare projects and technologies will be staged alongside the Summit.
Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) invited our members to attend the HKTDC Hong Kong International Licensing Show (HKILS) and Asian Licensing Conference (ALC), which held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 27-29 April 2024.
HKILS is a flagship licensing event in Asia. It provides a one-stop platform for global licensors and brands to explore business opportunities with licensees, licensing agents and traders from all over the world, while ALC is a thought leadership event for keeping the industry players updated with the latest development of the licensing market, topical trends and opportunities.
In the HKILS and ALC, you would be able to:
- Meet with the representatives from over 500 properties and brands covering various IP categories including arts and culture, animation, character, corporate, entertainment, gaming, lifestyle, sports, etc. under a one-stop platform
- Visit regional pavilions including Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Macau, Mainland China, Taiwan and Thailand
- Explore business collaboration with renowned properties and brands including Coca-Cola, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba, GUNDAM, FORMULA 1, League of Legends, McMug & McDull Family, Miffy, Moomin, Monopoly, Netflix, Paddington Bear, Peppa Pig, Porsche, Sesame Street, SPYxFAMILY, Sprite, Tamagotchi, TEKKEN, Transformers, Usagyuuun!!, ULTRAMAN, Palace Museum, National Museum of China and more …
- Gain access to the latest market intelligence by attending the highly anticipated 13th ALC, bringing together licensing professionals from across the globe to share their expertise, insights and innovative strategies with the audience. The conference will feature a wide array of trending topics, including Beauty in Licensing, Sustainability in Licensing, The Power of New IP Creators and more.
Concurrently held with the HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair, you will locate a rich source of business opportunities through cross-sectoral synergies.
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是次活動由工商管理研究社與香港中文大學商學院EMBA (中文)及信報財經月刊合辦，邀得香港特別行政區政府保安局局長鄧炳強先生、香港中華廠商聯合會會長盧金榮博士及香港中文大學經濟學系副教授兼劉佐德全球經濟及金融研究所常務所長莊太量教授與大家更深入探討創全球重組下香港經濟的挑戰與機遇。
HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show
27 February -2 March 2024
HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show
29 February -4 March 2024
Hong Kong Trade Development Council was thrilled to share with us that the Twin Jewellery Shows held from 27 February to 4 March 2024. This year, the shows were expecting to attract over 4,000 international exhibitors, offering a vast array of stunning jewellery pieces at pleasantly competitive prices.
Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show (27 Feb – 2 Mar 2024) at AsiaWorld-Expo presented a magnificent collection of loose diamonds, precious and semi-precious gemstones, and the stunning elegance of fine pearl. Additionally, the concurrent Hong Kong International Jewellery Show (29 Feb – 4 Mar 2024) at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre was welcoming its 40th edition. The show was known for exhibiting jewellery of timeless quality, finest design and the most competitive price in a world-class environment.
