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March 2012
[28.03.2012]
Launch of New Zealand Hong Kong Parliamentary Friendship Group
Hong Kong and New Zealand relations reach a new high with the launch of the New Zealand Hong Kong Parliamentary Friendship Group by the visiting Director-General of Trade and Industry, of the Hong Kong SAR Government, Ms Maria Kwan, in Wellington today.
[08.03.2012]
Statistics on Vessels, Port Cargo and Containers for the Fourth Quarter of 2011
In the fourth quarter of 2011, Hong Kong’s total port cargo throughput increased by 1% compared with a year earlier to 70.6 million tonnes. Within this total, inward port cargo decreased by 2% to 39 million tonnes, while outward port cargo rose by 5% to 31.6 million tonnes, according to the latest statistics on vessels, port cargo and containers for the fourth quarter of 2011 released by the Census and Statistics Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today.
[01.03.2012]
Financial dispute centre heads named
Teresa Cheng has been appointed Chairman of the Financial Dispute Resolution Centre Limited, and Sou Chiam as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1.
Ms Cheng and four non-official members - Brian Fung, Connie Lau, Barbara Shiu and Anna Wu - are appointed for two-year term.
[01.03.2012]
New HKEx trading hours set for March 5
The second phase of the new trading hours for securities and derivatives markets will be implemented from March 5, Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Limited says.
February 2012
[25.02.2012]
Invitation for Proposals - Write-up for a Book On Hong Kong House at 80 Druitt Street, Sydney, Australia
The Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office (HKETO) is inviting proposals for preparing the write-up with photos for the eventual production of a book on Hong Kong House – a heritage listed building at 80 Druitt Street (opposite to Sydney Town Hall). Interested parties (MUST be a legal entity with an ABN) may request a copy of the brief by emailing to yvonne_fung@hketosydney.gov.hk with a short introduction.
Deadline for submission of full proposal in accordance with the brief is 16 March 2012.
[10.02.2012]
Hong Kong Music Group brings melody to National Multicultural Festival
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) in Sydney are delighted to present the Hong Kong Melody Makers (HKMM) at Canberra’s National Multicultural Festival.
[08.02.2012]
Hong Kong Cinema shines at Golden Koala Chinese Film Festival
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office are proud to be the sponsor of the Hong Kong segment at the Golden Koala Chinese Film Festival which showcase a great cross section of Chinese and Hong Kong movies.
[08.02.2012]
Hong Kong welcomes in the Year of the Dragon in style - Perth
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) in conjunction with Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Hong Kong Tourism Board, Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Australia Business Association, will usher in the Chinese New Year with a series of receptions across Australia and New Zealand.
[07.02.2012]
Hong Kong welcomes in the Year of the Dragon in style - Adelaide
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) in conjunction with Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Hong Kong Tourism Board, Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Australia Business Association, will usher in the Chinese New Year with a series of receptions across Australia and New Zealand.
[06.02.2012]
Hong Kong welcomes in the Year of the Dragon in style
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) in conjunction with Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Hong Kong Tourism Board, Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Australia Business Association, will usher in the Chinese New Year with a series of receptions across Australia and New Zealand.
[03.02.2012]
HONG KONG OFFICE DIVES BOAT FIRST INTO YEAR OF DRAGON
Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Sydney (HKETO) have welcomed in the lunar Chinese Year in a different fashion, sponsoring the local Australia-China Youth Association (ACYA) to try their hand at the ancient art of Dragon Boat racing.
[02.02.2012]
Hong Kong Melody Makers add fire to cracking Chinese New Year Festivities
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) in Australia are delighted to present the Hong Kong Melody Makers (HKMM) at the Perth Fringe Festival.
“While Hong Kong is primarily recognised as a business city, a group like the Melody Makers helps to remind us about the diverse art and culture that Hong Kong hosts”, said Mr Steve Barclay, Director of HKETO.
[01.02.2012]
GDP grows 5%
Gross Domestic Product grew by 5% in real terms in 2011 and the underlying inflation rate averaged 5.3%, a marked rise from the 1.7% rate in 2010.
Delivering his 2012-13 Budget today, Financial Secretary John Tsang said exports steadied in the fourth quarter to bring growth for 2011 to 3.6% in real terms.
[01.02.2012]
Budget braces for tough times ahead
Financial Secretary John Tsang today unveiled a raft of proposals to improve people’s livelihood, enhance Hong Kong’s competitiveness and support businesses amid uncertainty in the global economy.
January 2012
[20.01.2012]
Hong Kong Port usage grows steadily in 2011
Recent statistics are showing that contrary to popular belief, Port of Hong Kong is not losing significance on the world stage. Statistics released indicated that input through the Port is growing. It has been shown that in the third quarter that total port cargo throughput increased by 4% on the same period a year earlier.
[16.01.2012]
Launch of Golden Koala Film Festival
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office’s (HKETO) Deputy Director, Linda Law, is pleased to today launch the 2012 Golden Koala Chinese Film Festival.
[12.01.2012]
Hong Kong ranked world's freest economy for 18th consecutive year
Hong Kong has been ranked the world's freest economy by the Heritage Foundation for the 18th consecutive year since the index was first published in 1995.
[05.01.2012]
HK, Shanghai strengthen ties
Hong Kong and Shanghai have signed co-operation agreements in business and trading, culture, civil servant exchange and hospital management, and reached agreement on 28 joint projects.
This was the news from Chief Executive Donald Tsang after co-chairing the Second Plenary Session of the Hong Kong-Shanghai Economic & Trade Co-operation Conference in Shanghai today with the city’s Mayor Han Zheng.
Mr Tsang said the meeting achieved ideal results, with both sides signing the four co-operation agreements.
December 2011
[18.12.2011]
HK tops Open Markets Index
Hong Kong has been ranked the world's most open market, with a score of 5.4 on a scale of one to six, in the first Open Markets Index, published by the International Chamber of Commerce.
The index ranks 75 economies based on a variety of criteria, including trade openness, trade policy, trade-enabling infrastructure, and Foreign Direct Investment Openness. Hong Kong did well across the board.
[13.12.2011]
Supplement VIII to CEPA Deepens Liberalization of Trade in Services
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSARG) and the Central People’s Government today reached agreement on the enhancement of economic and trade co-operation and exchanges between the two places under the Mainland and Hong Kong Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA).
[13.12.2011]
HK tops financial development index
Hong Kong has topped the World Economic Forum’s Financial Development Index for the first time, up from fourth in 2010.
According to the WEF Financial Development Index released today, Hong Kong has overtaken the US and the UK to take the top spot with a score of 5.16 on a scale of 1-7. Singapore ranks fourth, while Mainland China ranks 19th, up from 22nd.
[07.12.2011]
Hong Kong is on list of most worth-watching cities in the world
Hong Kong is on the list of 16 most worth-watching cities in the world, says Harvard University economist, Edward Glaeser, and Columbia University sociologist, Saskia Sassen.
November 2011
[25.11.2011]
Gap has opened its first flagship store in Hong Kong
The new store spans more than 15,000sqft over four floors on the sought-after Queens Rd in Hong Kong's burgeoning Central district. The store is housed in a new building with an award winning architectural design featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, white marble and Chinese oak wooden floors.
[25.11.2011]
Year of the Dragon ushers in first Hong Kong-Darwin direct charter flights
The first charter flights from China to Darwin will bring in more than 300 tourists to usher in the Chinese New Year and the Year of the Dragon in early 2012 to the Northern Territory.
[15.11.2011]
'Hong Kong in Australia and New Zealand' Facebook page Lucky Draw results
'Hong Kong in Australia and New Zealand' Facebook page Lucky Draw Week 4 results:
Congratulations to Mrs Lee Lamont and Mr Sam Hau. Each has won a gift voucher of Westfield Shopping Centre worth A$250. They have been sent a notification email. Congratulations!
Grand Prize draw results: Mr Kason Tong and Ms Ronnie Kong have each won a return ticket to Hong Kong. They have been sent an email of notification. Congratulations!
[11.11.2011]
Third Quarter GDP Up 4.3%
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government released today the Third Quarter Economic Report 2011, together with the preliminary figures on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the third quarter of 2011.
The Government Economist, Mrs. Helen Chan, described the economic situation in the third quarter of 2011 and provided the latest GDP and price forecasts for the year.
[08.11.2011]
HK.AU.NZ Facebook Page Lucky Draw Week 3 results announced
Congratulations to John Ainsley and Dragger Yeung, both from New South Wales. They have won the prizes for the 3rd week. Each will get a Woolworths gift card worth A$250.00
[08.11.2011]
NZ wine takes gold at HK international wine competition
New Zealand wine label, Invivo, received two gold medals for its sauvignon blanc at Asia’s biggest wine competition last week.
[07.11.2011]
Hong Kong is the leading centre for offshore Renminbi business
Hong Kong is now hosting the largest pool of RMB liquidity outside Mainland China according to Steve Barclay, Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO), speaking today (7 November) at the Off-shore Renminbi Seminar in Sydney.
[01.11.2011]
'Fun fun fun in Hong Kong' Lucky Draw Week 2 results
'Fun fun fun in Hong Kong' Lucky Draw Week 2 results - Congratulations to Jims Yang and Evelyn Chan, both from Sydney. They have won the prizes for the second week. Each will receive a Dymocks gift card value A$250.00
October 2011
[26.10.2011]
'Off-shore Renminbi Business Opportunities' Seminar
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council and Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office invite you to learn more about opportunities arising from the off-shore Renminbi (RMB) business.
[25.10.2011]
"Fun fun fun in Hong Kong" Lucky Draw Week 1 results announced
"Fun fun fun in Hong Kong" Lucky Draw Week 1 results:
Congratulations to Allister Davis (Christchurch) and Jean Lamerton (Wellington). They have won the prizes for the first week. Each will receive a Marriott International Inc gift card of value US$260.00
Week 2 of the lucky draw continues at:
www.facebook.com/HK.AU.NZ?sk=app_224301287597693
[14.10.2011]
'Hong Kong 2010' Yearbook Now Also an iPad App
The Information Services Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government has launched a new iPad application for the Hong Kong government yearbook, 'Hong Kong 2010'.
[13.10.2011]
Hong Kong and New Zealand sign Arrangement on Education Co-operation
The Education Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the New Zealand Ministry of Education today (October 13) signed an Arrangement on Education Co-operation that will help build and strengthen the education relationship between the two places.
[12.10.2011]
Chief Executive tackles key issues in final Policy Address
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, has today (October 12) tackled some of the city's most pressing concerns in his final Policy Address of the Third Term Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government.
Providing affordable housing, helping the elderly, enhancing competitiveness and improving living standards were among the main issues addressed in his annual policy blueprint entitled "From Strength to Strength".
[12.10.2011]
Our Facebook lucky draw is back! Win a return ticket to Hong Kong, and much, much more
HKETO (Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office)is thrilled to announce that Cathay Pacific Airways will be generously sponsoring a second round of lucky draw on the 'Hong Kong in Australia and New Zealand' faceboook page, giving away again two return tickets to Hong Kong!
[04.10.2011]
Government Launches Consultation on Review of the Patent System in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today issued a consultation paper seeking views from the public and stakeholders on a review of the patent system in Hong Kong.
September 2011
[30.09.2011]
Hong Kong Government Appointments
Stephen Lam has been appointed Chief Secretary for Administration of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, replacing Henry Tang who has resigned.
The Director of the Chief Executive’s Office, Raymond Tam, will replace Mr. Lam as Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs.
[28.09.2011]
Hong Kong Government Welcomes Google’s Plan to Set-up Data Center
The Hong Kong government welcomed Google's announcement of its plan to build a data center in Hong Kong. It believes that Google could leverage Hong Kong's competitive edge to further enhance its business in the region.
[20.09.2011]
Economic freedom part of HK's DNA
Hong Kong has been ranked No. 1 for more than three decades. We'll do our best to make it No. 1 for the next three decades, too. We are never complacent in this. This recognition from the Fraser Institute highlights our long-standing commitment to free and open markets. This philosophy has served our city well – in good times and in bad, in times of stability and great upheaval, said Chief Executive Mr Donald Tsang at the gala dinner celebrating the achievement.
[20.09.2011]
Hong Kong's Unemployment Rate Falls to 3.2%
According to the latest labor force statistics released today by the Census and Statistics Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 3.4% in May - July 2011 to a provisional 3.2% in June - August 2011.
[19.09.2011]
Hong Kong Geopark gains global status
Hong Kong National Geopark has joined the Global Geoparks Network, which the United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organisation supports. The announcement was made at the 10th European Geoparks Conference in Langesund, Norway.
[15.09.2011]
Hong Kong flag makes debut appearance in Sydney skyline
The flag of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region makes its debut appearance in Sydney today (15 September) at the rooftop of Hong Kong House, adjacent to the Sydney Town Hall and the Queen Victoria Building.
August 2011
[25.08.2011]
Asian Logistics And Maritime Conference
Asia's rapid economic growth, particularly on the Chinese mainland, is creating boundless opportunities for the logistics and maritime industries. The Asian Logistics and Maritime Conference is your chance to meet leading players in the logistics and maritime industries and to collect the latest intelligence on business opportunities in the Asian region.
[23.08.2011]
Hong Kong-Guangdong ties bolstered
Hong Kong Chief Executive, Mr. Donald Tsang, and the Governor of Guangdong Province, Mr. Huang Huahua, leading the delegations of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and Guangdong Province respectively, co-chaired the 14th Plenary of the Hong Kong/Guangdong Co-operation Joint Conference in Hong Kong today.
[17.08.2011]
Hong Kong Government welcomes supportive measures from Central Government on Social and Economic Developments
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government welcomes and is grateful for the Central Government's package of measures announced by the Vice-Premier of the State Council, Mr. Li Keqiang, to support social and economic development in Hong Kong at the Forum on the National 12th Five-Year Plan and Economic, Trade and Financial Co-operation and Development Between the Mainland and Hong Kong today. Relevant ministers also expounded on the measures at the Forum.
[12.08.2011]
Second Quarter GDP up 5.1%
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government released today the Half-yearly Economic Report 2011, together with the preliminary figures on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the second quarter of 2011. The Acting Government Economist, Mr. Andrew Au, explained the economic situation in the second quarter of 2011 and provided the latest GDP and price forecasts for the year.
[03.08.2011]
HKSAR Government welcomes RMB20 billion sovereign bond issue
The Chinese Ministry of Finance announced on 3 August the issue of Renminbi (RMB) sovereign bonds totalling RMB20 billion in Hong Kong shortly, among which RMB15 billion in sovereign bonds will be issued through Hong Kong's Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU) for institutional investors and RMB5 billion in sovereign bonds will be for retail investors.
July 2011
[19.07.2011]
Unemployment rate in Hong Kong remains at 3.5%
According to the latest labor force statistics released today by the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kongˇ¦s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate stood at a provisional 3.5% in April – June 2011, same as that in March – May 2011.
[18.07.2011]
Website for 'Scheme HK$6,000' has been launched
Under 'Scheme HK$6,000', a sum of HK$6,000 will be given to each holder of a valid Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card (HKPIC) aged 18 or above, so as to leave wealth with the people. The eligibility date for 'Scheme $6,000' is 31 March 2012. Anyone who is aged 18 or above and holds a valid HKPIC on that date meets the eligibility criteria of the Scheme. The website to provide more information about the Scheme has been launched:
www.scheme6000.gov.hk/eng/index.html
June 2011
[28.06.2011]
New Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Appointed
The Central People's Government, on the nomination and recommendation of the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr. Donald Tsang, today announced the appointment of Mr. Gregory So Kam-leung as the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (SCED).
[23.06.2011]
Chief executive meets Prime Minister in Canberra and unveils a heritage plaque in Sydney together with NSW Governor Prof Marie Bashir
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, met the Australian Prime Minister, Ms Julia Gillard, and a number of politicians in Canberra this morning (June 23) on the last day of his visit to Australia.
[20.06.2011]
Chief Executive continues visit to Perth
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, continued his visit to Australia in Perth today (June 20).
[19.06.2011]
Chief Executive visits iron ore mine in Western Australia
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, flew from Perth this morning (June 19) for a one-day visit to Karratha in Western Australia.
[17.06.2011]
Implementation framework of "Scheme $6000"
The Government has submitted a proposal to the Legislative Council Panel on Financial Affairs on the implementation framework of "Scheme $6,000". Details are set out in LC Paper No. CB(1)2500/10-11(01), which is available at the following link –
www.legco.gov.hk/yr10-11/english/panels/fa/papers/fa0627cb1-2500-1-e.pdf
For Chinese version: www.legco.gov.hk/yr10-11/chinese/panels/fa/papers/fa0627cb1-2500-1-c.pdf
Some frequently asked questions about the "Scheme $6,000" proposal are available here.
[17.06.2011]
Chief Executive continues visit to Melbourne
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, continued his visit to Australia in Melbourne today. Mr Tsang started his day by meeting the Premier of Victoria, Mr Ted Baillieu. He briefed the Premier on Hong Kong's latest developments and the growing business opportunities resulting from its close connection with rapidly developing Mainland China.
[16.06.2011]
Chief Executive starts visit to Australia
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, started the first leg of his visit to Australia in Melbourne today (June 16). Mr Tsang first called on the Governor of Victoria, Mr Alex Chernov, and encouraged companies in Victoria to establish a presence in Hong Kong to take advantage of the city's position as the premier gateway to China.
[16.06.2011]
HK$6k Handout Registration to Start Aug 28
Starting August 28, the first batch of eligible Hong Kong residents will be invited to register to receive a HK$6,000 handout, part of Financial Secretary John Tsang's proposals to leave wealth with the people. Assuming that the Legislative Council Finance Committee approves the HK$37.9753 billion for the "Scheme HK$6,000" on July 8th, the first batch of payments will be paid out in early November.
[10.06.2011]
Lucky draw results
Congratulations to Alex Li Chen and Helen Bradley – winners of our lucky draw. They will each get a return ticket to Hong Kong. Both have been notified by email. THANK YOU to all who have entered this lucky draw & to Cathay our sponsor. Please stay connected to be updated about Hong Kong-related news and events and meet friends interested in Hong Kong. We look forward to your participation again in our future promotion campaigns.
[10.06.2011]
Chief Executive to visit Australia
The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, will visit Australia from June 15 to 23. The visit aims at strengthening the ties between Hong Kong and Australia, promoting trade opportunities, and encouraging more Australian companies, particularly resources companies, to list in Hong Kong.
[07.06.2011]
Cleaner Air in Hong Kong Ports
17 major freight liners have signed up to the Fair Winds Charter and committed themselves to switching to cleaner fuel when berthing in Hong Kong. This will cut emissions of air pollutants substantially near the port area.
[01.06.2011]
Boost for Hong Kong's development as an international arbitration hub
The Government will provide additional floor space in Two Exchange Square to the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre to expand its hearing and office facilities, Secretary for Justice Wong Yan Lung announced.
May 2011
[20.05.2011]
Stay connected! Win a ticket to Hong Kong!
To help people in Australia and New Zealand who have an interest in Hong Kong to stay connected, a Facebook fan page has been set up – www.facebook.com/HK.AU.NZ. And the good news is – with the generous sponsorship of Cathay Pacific Airways, anyone residing in Australia or New Zealand aged eighteen years or above may win a return ticket to Hong Kong by joining a lucky draw.
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[18.05.2011]
Hong Kong ranked the world's most competitive economy
Hong Kong is ranked the world's most competitive economy for the first time, according to the http://www.imd.org/research/publications/wcy/index.cfm released by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) on 18 May 2011. The report selected 59 economies for ranking.
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