News in Category: 2020

Asian E-tailing Summit Online

Under the theme of "Embracing Change and Unlocking Opportunities in the New Digital World", Asian E-tailing Summit Online (AES) covered topics such as mobile commerce, cross-border e-commerce, data-driven economy, customer experience personalisation, blockchain CRM and omnichannel, which serve as a critical platform to facilitate SMEs to explore ways to transform their business and embrace the digital economy for a sustainable future.

HKTDC DesignInspire ONLINE 2020

Hong Kong Trade Development Council invited our member to join DesignInspire - a celebration of world-class designs created by global creative gurus, trending brands and design academies and institutions. Every December, the three-day event opens its door to industry elites and general public, featuring a wealth of interactive installations, novelty ideas and innovative products and solutions. The exchanges, explorations and experiments at the creative confluence are promised to keep visitors enlightened, and businesses rejuvenated.

This year, DesignInspire led a virtual journey for industry elites and the public from 3 - 9 Dec 2020. Under the theme "Design for Good", we will ponder how design can contribute positive energy to us, the community and the business world. This one-week virtual experience will feature engaging showcase of designer projects, brilliant designer stories, fun interactive experiences and a range of inspiring talks and creative workshops.

Expo Highlights

• Interesting digital interactive experience powered with technologies engaging your senses (audible, visual and play) in a brand-new manner.

• Virtual showcase of creative projects and products across different design disciplines, i.e. interior design, furniture design, branding and graphic design, product design, etc.

• Global innovative & creative talents' showcases from the world's design clusters, potential pavilions include Australia, Italy, Japan and Mainland China.

• Hong Kong Creative Force featuring over 100 projects contributing to the preservation of traditional culture and creative works of minority groups in Hong Kong.

• Webinars to share design trends and business tips.

HKTDC DesignInspire ONLINE 2020

Hong Kong Trade Development Council invited our member to join DesignInspire ?V a celebration of world-class designs created by global creative gurus, trending brands and design academies and institutions. Every December, the three-day event opens its door to industry elites and general public, featuring a wealth of interactive installations, novelty ideas and innovative products and solutions. The exchanges, explorations and experiments at the creative confluence are promised to keep visitors enlightened, and businesses rejuvenated.

This year, DesignInspire led a virtual journey for industry elites and the public from 3 - 9 Dec 2020. Under the theme ?§Design for Good??, we will ponder how design can contribute positive energy to us, the community and the business world. This one-week virtual experience will feature engaging showcase of designer projects, brilliant designer stories, fun interactive experiences and a range of inspiring talks and creative workshops.

Expo Highlights • Interesting digital interactive experience powered with technologies engaging your senses (audible, visual and play) in a brand-new manner. • Virtual showcase of creative projects and products across different design disciplines, i.e. interior design, furniture design, branding and graphic design, product design, etc. • Global innovative & creative talents?? showcases from the world??s design clusters, potential pavilions include Australia, Italy, Japan and Mainland China. • Hong Kong Creative Force featuring over 100 projects contributing to the preservation of traditional culture and creative works of minority groups in Hong Kong. • Webinars to share design trends and business tips.

HKTDC DesignInspire ONLINE 2020

Hong Kong Trade Development Council invited our member to join DesignInspire ?V a celebration of world-class designs created by global creative gurus, trending brands and design academies and institutions. Every December, the three-day event opens its door to industry elites and general public, featuring a wealth of interactive installations, novelty ideas and innovative products and solutions. The exchanges, explorations and experiments at the creative confluence are promised to keep visitors enlightened, and businesses rejuvenated.

This year, DesignInspire led a virtual journey for industry elites and the public from 3 - 9 Dec 2020. Under the theme ?§Design for Good??, we will ponder how design can contribute positive energy to us, the community and the business world. This one-week virtual experience will feature engaging showcase of designer projects, brilliant designer stories, fun interactive experiences and a range of inspiring talks and creative workshops.

Expo Highlights • Interesting digital interactive experience powered with technologies engaging your senses (audible, visual and play) in a brand-new manner. • Virtual showcase of creative projects and products across different design disciplines, i.e. interior design, furniture design, branding and graphic design, product design, etc. • Global innovative & creative talents?? showcases from the world??s design clusters, potential pavilions include Australia, Italy, Japan and Mainland China. • Hong Kong Creative Force featuring over 100 projects contributing to the preservation of traditional culture and creative works of minority groups in Hong Kong. • Webinars to share design trends and business tips.

HKTDC DesignInspire ONLINE 2020

Hong Kong Trade Development Council invited our member to join DesignInspire ?V a celebration of world-class designs created by global creative gurus, trending brands and design academies and institutions. Every December, the three-day event opens its door to industry elites and general public, featuring a wealth of interactive installations, novelty ideas and innovative products and solutions. The exchanges, explorations and experiments at the creative confluence are promised to keep visitors enlightened, and businesses rejuvenated. This year, DesignInspire led a virtual journey for industry elites and the public from 3 - 9 Dec 2020. Under the theme ?§Design for Good??, we will ponder how design can contribute positive energy to us, the community and the business world. This one-week virtual experience will feature engaging showcase of designer projects, brilliant designer stories, fun interactive experiences and a range of inspiring talks and creative workshops. Expo Highlights • Interesting digital interactive experience powered with technologies engaging your senses (audible, visual and play) in a brand-new manner. • Virtual showcase of creative projects and products across different design disciplines, i.e. interior design, furniture design, branding and graphic design, product design, etc. • Global innovative & creative talents?? showcases from the world??s design clusters, potential pavilions include Australia, Italy, Japan and Mainland China. • Hong Kong Creative Force featuring over 100 projects contributing to the preservation of traditional culture and creative works of minority groups in Hong Kong. • Webinars to share design trends and business tips.

HKTDC "Belt and Road Online Summit 2020 - A Business Vision for a Sustainable and Inclusive Future"

Jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the fifth edition of the Belt and Road Summit was themed "A Business Vision for a Sustainable and Inclusive Future". It featured practical topics, ranging from infrastructure development and financing, risk management and legal issues, innovation and technology collaborations, manufacturing in and selling to Belt and Road markets, as well as Greater Bay Area opportunities. In the Summit, you can also establish new connections via our networking and business matching events.

Online Webinar with Chief Executive of the HKSAR - The Honourable Mrs Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor

The Honourable Mrs Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, delivered her Policy Address to the Legislative Council in November.

Every year, the Hong Kong business community was hosted a luncheon for over 1 000 executives to hear the Chief Executive elaborate on the Policy Address. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, this is not possible this year. However, we are deeply honoured that Mrs Lam has accepted our invitation to speak to the Hong Kong business community via Zoom on 10 December. Attendees were heard Mrs Lam explain the priorities of her latest Policy Address, and learn more about her initiatives to support the economy and people's livelihoods during this challenging time.

Business of IP Asia Online Forum 2020

BIP Asia Online Forum 2020 had online in its 10th edition on 3-4 December 2020. Being one of the leading IP events in Asia, the BIP Asia Forum bought together worldwide IP professionals and business leaders to discuss the latest IP development and explored business opportunities. The Forum, entitled "Open Innovation: Driving Collaboration in Times of Change" focused on how open innovation drive businesses to collaborate with their partners and accelerate technological development through IP under a changing era. A dedicated session "Global Tech Summit" focused on the world's disruptive technologies and innovation trends.

Over 60 incredible speakers shared insights on global IP and technology development. To name a few heavyweight speakers as below and more to come:

• Mr Yancey Strickler, Co-Founder and Former CEO of Kickstarter

• Mr Beat Weibel, Chief IP Counsel and Group Senior Vice President, Siemens AG

• Mr John Mulgrew, VP, Deputy General Counsel & Chief Intellectual Property, Lenovo

HKTDC DesignInspire ONLINE 2020

Hong Kong Trade Development Council invited our member to join DesignInspire ?V a celebration of world-class designs created by global creative gurus, trending brands and design academies and institutions. Every December, the three-day event opens its door to industry elites and general public, featuring a wealth of interactive installations, novelty ideas and innovative products and solutions. The exchanges, explorations and experiments at the creative confluence are promised to keep visitors enlightened, and businesses rejuvenated. This year, DesignInspire led a virtual journey for industry elites and the public from 3 - 9 Dec 2020. Under the theme ?§Design for Good??, we will ponder how design can contribute positive energy to us, the community and the business world. This one-week virtual experience will feature engaging showcase of designer projects, brilliant designer stories, fun interactive experiences and a range of inspiring talks and creative workshops. Expo Highlights • Interesting digital interactive experience powered with technologies engaging your senses (audible, visual and play) in a brand-new manner. • Virtual showcase of creative projects and products across different design disciplines, i.e. interior design, furniture design, branding and graphic design, product design, etc. • Global innovative & creative talents?? showcases from the world??s design clusters, potential pavilions include Australia, Italy, Japan and Mainland China. • Hong Kong Creative Force featuring over 100 projects contributing to the preservation of traditional culture and creative works of minority groups in Hong Kong. • Webinars to share design trends and business tips.

HKTDC DesignInspire ONLINE 2020

Hong Kong Trade Development Council invited our member to join DesignInspire ?V a celebration of world-class designs created by global creative gurus, trending brands and design academies and institutions. Every December, the three-day event opens its door to industry elites and general public, featuring a wealth of interactive installations, novelty ideas and innovative products and solutions. The exchanges, explorations and experiments at the creative confluence are promised to keep visitors enlightened, and businesses rejuvenated.

This year, DesignInspire led a virtual journey for industry elites and the public from 3 - 9 Dec 2020. Under the theme ?§Design for Good??, we will ponder how design can contribute positive energy to us, the community and the business world. This one-week virtual experience will feature engaging showcase of designer projects, brilliant designer stories, fun interactive experiences and a range of inspiring talks and creative workshops.

Expo Highlights • Interesting digital interactive experience powered with technologies engaging your senses (audible, visual and play) in a brand-new manner. • Virtual showcase of creative projects and products across different design disciplines, i.e. interior design, furniture design, branding and graphic design, product design, etc. • Global innovative & creative talents?? showcases from the world??s design clusters, potential pavilions include Australia, Italy, Japan and Mainland China. • Hong Kong Creative Force featuring over 100 projects contributing to the preservation of traditional culture and creative works of minority groups in Hong Kong. • Webinars to share design trends and business tips.

HKTDC DesignInspire ONLINE 2020

Hong Kong Trade Development Council invited our member to join DesignInspire ?V a celebration of world-class designs created by global creative gurus, trending brands and design academies and institutions. Every December, the three-day event opens its door to industry elites and general public, featuring a wealth of interactive installations, novelty ideas and innovative products and solutions. The exchanges, explorations and experiments at the creative confluence are promised to keep visitors enlightened, and businesses rejuvenated.

This year, DesignInspire led a virtual journey for industry elites and the public from 3 - 9 Dec 2020. Under the theme ?§Design for Good??, we will ponder how design can contribute positive energy to us, the community and the business world. This one-week virtual experience will feature engaging showcase of designer projects, brilliant designer stories, fun interactive experiences and a range of inspiring talks and creative workshops.

Expo Highlights • Interesting digital interactive experience powered with technologies engaging your senses (audible, visual and play) in a brand-new manner. • Virtual showcase of creative projects and products across different design disciplines, i.e. interior design, furniture design, branding and graphic design, product design, etc. • Global innovative & creative talents?? showcases from the world??s design clusters, potential pavilions include Australia, Italy, Japan and Mainland China. • Hong Kong Creative Force featuring over 100 projects contributing to the preservation of traditional culture and creative works of minority groups in Hong Kong. • Webinars to share design trends and business tips.

HKTDC DesignInspire ONLINE 2020

Hong Kong Trade Development Council invited our member to join DesignInspire ?V a celebration of world-class designs created by global creative gurus, trending brands and design academies and institutions. Every December, the three-day event opens its door to industry elites and general public, featuring a wealth of interactive installations, novelty ideas and innovative products and solutions. The exchanges, explorations and experiments at the creative confluence are promised to keep visitors enlightened, and businesses rejuvenated.

This year, DesignInspire led a virtual journey for industry elites and the public from 3 - 9 Dec 2020. Under the theme ?§Design for Good??, we will ponder how design can contribute positive energy to us, the community and the business world. This one-week virtual experience will feature engaging showcase of designer projects, brilliant designer stories, fun interactive experiences and a range of inspiring talks and creative workshops.

Expo Highlights • Interesting digital interactive experience powered with technologies engaging your senses (audible, visual and play) in a brand-new manner. • Virtual showcase of creative projects and products across different design disciplines, i.e. interior design, furniture design, branding and graphic design, product design, etc. • Global innovative & creative talents' showcases from the world's design clusters, potential pavilions include Australia, Italy, Japan and Mainland China. • Hong Kong Creative Force featuring over 100 projects contributing to the preservation of traditional culture and creative works of minority groups in Hong Kong. • Webinars to share design trends and business tips.

HKPC forums "Foresight 2021"

HKPC organized "Foresight 2021", a series of forums from 23 to 27 November 2020, to share important insights into the future trends and development of transformation, technology and new economy in 2021. Featuring industry leaders and experts, this five-day web-based spectacle will bring businesses future insights covering digital commerce, green-tech & sustainability practices, future leadership skills, 5G and IoT, and re-industrialisation, helping them to get a head start in the Hong Kong, GBA and ASEAN markets.