- The Financial Secretary attends St Petersburg International Economic Forum and Russian Direct Investment Fund events in Russia (with photos)
- The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, yesterday (June 6, St Petersburg time) attended the St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) and events organised by the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) in Russia. Together with RDIF event participants, Mr Chan also had a meeting with the President of Russia, Mr Vladimir Putin.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong architecture and creative talent in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) is supporting Hong Kong's architecture and creative talent during this year's London Festival of Architecture by sponsoring a special exhibition organised by the Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA) during June.
- The Financial Secretary to attend St Petersburg International Economic Forum in Russia
- The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, will depart for Russia at around midnight on June 5 (Wednesday) to attend the St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), which will be held from June 6 to 8, and other related activities.
- Hong Kong Chief Executive strongly objects to German asylum for two bail jumpers
- The Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, today (May 24) told Germany's Acting Consul General in Hong Kong, Mr David Schmidt, that she strongly objects to, and deeply regrets, the reported granting of asylum to two Hong Kong residents who jumped bail to flee Hong Kong while awaiting trial on serious charges.
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development encourages UK enterprises to leverage on Hong Kong's advantages to attain business opportunities (with photos)
- British enterprises are encouraged to leverage on Hong Kong's unique advantages to tap into the opportunities brought by the Belt and Road Initiative and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Greater Bay Area) development.
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development visits London to deepen economic and trade links (with photos)
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Edward Yau, began his visit to London, the United Kingdom (UK) yesterday (May 20, London time) to update the UK business and political sectors on Hong Kong's latest economic developments and explore opportunities for further co-operation in trade and creative industries.
- The Secretary for Financial Services continues to attend UK-Hong Kong Financial Dialogue 2019 in London (with photos)
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr James Lau, continued to attend the UK-Hong Kong Financial Dialogue 2019 in London, the United Kingdom (UK) yesterday (May 8, London time).
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury attends UK-HK Financial Dialogue in London 2019 (with photos)
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr James Lau, started his visit to London, the United Kingdom (UK) yesterday (May 7, London time), leading a delegation to attend the UK-Hong Kong Financial Dialogue 2019 (Dialogue) to foster closer financial collaboration between the two places.
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury to lead a delegation to attend UK-HK Financial Dialogue 2019 in London
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr James Lau, will depart for London, the United Kingdom (UK) tomorrow (May 6) afternoon to lead a delegation to attend the UK-Hong Kong Financial Dialogue 2019 (Dialogue) to foster closer financial collaboration between financial officials, regulators and business leaders of the two places.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong films at the Chinese Visual Festival 2019 (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) promoted Hong Kong films in the UK by sponsoring the Chinese Visual Festival (CVF) in London to hold a dedicated Hong Kong Programme between May 2 and 9 (London time).
- UK secondary school students offered chance to win a place at a university summer school in Hong Kong! [Deadline: 15 May 2019]
- UK secondary school students offered chance to win a place at a university summer school in Hong Kong!
- Speech by Secretary for Transport and Housing at seminar-cum-reception in Oslo, Norway (English only) (with photo)
- Following is the speech by the Secretary for Transport and Housing and Chairman of the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board (HKMPB), Mr Frank Chan Fan, at a seminar-cum-reception in Oslo, Norway, jointly organised by the HKMPB, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, and the Norway-Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce on March 13 (Oslo time):
- Speech by Secretary for Transport and Housing at seminar-cum-luncheon in Copenhagen, Denmark (English only) (with photo)
- Following is the speech by the Secretary for Transport and Housing and Chairman of the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board (HKMPB), Mr Frank Chan Fan, at a seminar-cum-luncheon in Copenhagen, Denmark.
- HKMPB delegation led by Secretary for Transport and Housing continues visit to Denmark (with photos)
- The delegation of the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board (HKMPB) led by the Secretary for Transport and Housing, Mr Frank Chan Fan, continued their visit to Denmark today (March 12, Copenhagen time).
- HKMPB delegation led by Secretary for Transport and Housing begins visit to Nordic countries (with photos)
- The delegation of the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board (HKMPB) led by the Secretary for Transport and Housing, Mr Frank Chan Fan, arrived in Copenhagen, Denmark, today (March 11, Copenhagen time) and began their visit to Nordic countries.
- Speech by Chief Executive at MoU Signing Ceremony between HK PolyU and Royal College of Art on establishing Artificial Intelligence Design Laboratory (English only) (with photos/video)
- Following is the speech by the Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, at the Memorandum of Understanding Signing Ceremony between the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the Royal College of Art on establishing the Artificial Intelligence Design Laboratory on February 26.
- Chief Executive welcomes promulgation of Outline Development Plan for Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area
- The Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, today (February 18) welcomes the Central Government's promulgation of the Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Outline Development Plan), which sets out the directions guiding the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Greater Bay Area).
- Scheme on Corporate Summer Internship on the Mainland and Overseas 2019 opens for applications (with photos)
- The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, today (February 18) officiated at the launch ceremony of the Scheme on Corporate Summer Internship on the Mainland and Overseas 2019.
- Hong Kong welcomes Year of Pig in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO), greeted the Year of the Pig in the United Kingdom (UK) by hosting a Chinese New Year reception in London on February 12 (London time) and participating in the large-scale London Chinatown Chinese New Year celebration in Trafalgar Square and Chinatown on February 10.
- London ETO supports theatre performance of a Hong Kong story (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO), sponsored a theatre performance "Citizens of Nowhere?" which was played at the restaurant Duddell's in London on January 31 (London time). It is a live audio drama about a British-Hong Kong family dining in the restaurant and plays out in real time.
- Hong Kong welcomes Year of Pig in Finland, Sweden and UK (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) has launched its 2019 Chinese New Year celebrations in countries under its purview by holding events in the Nordic countries of Finland and Sweden as well as in the UK.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong films at the special Chinese New Year programme of the Chinese Visual Festival 2019 (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) promoted Hong Kong films in the UK by sponsoring the Chinese Visual Festival to première Hong Kong screenwriter Sunny Chan's directorial debut "Men on the Dragon" on January 25 (London Time).
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online.
- The Secretary for Food and Health to understand genomic medicine in UK (with photos)
- The Secretary for Food and Health, Professor Sophia Chan, continued her visit in London, the United Kingdom, today (January 9, London time) to meet with the senior management of Genetic Alliance UK which is a patient organisation involved in the 100 000 Genomes Project.
- The Secretary for Food and Health to understand genomic medicine in UK (with photos)
- InvestHK surveys point to city's business attractions for overseas and Mainland companies and upward trend of startup communities in Hong Kong.
- The Secretary for Food and Health to understand genomic medicine in UK (with photos)
- The Secretary for Food and Health, Professor Sophia Chan, led a delegation to visit London, the United Kingdom, today (January 8, London time) to meet with the senior management of Genomics England and National Health Service (NHS) to learn more about genomic medicine in the country.
- The Secretary for Food and Health to learn more about genomic medicine in UK
- The Secretary for Food and Health, Professor Sophia Chan, will lead a delegation to visit London, the United Kingdom (UK), departing tonight (January 7) to learn more about genomic medicine in the country and meet with healthcare professionals there.
- Administrative Service Summer Internship Programme 2019
- Civil Service Bureau is now inviting nominations from local tertiary institutions as well as applications from students studying outside Hong Kong. For the latter, their applications have to be submitted by postal mail by 25 January 2019. The application form, as well as information about the programme such as the eligibility criteria, can be obtained from CSB's website CSB's website. We have also announced the launch of the Programme on the dedicated Facebook page of the Programme as well as our AO Recruitment website.
- Hong Kong's entry in 2018 Lord Mayor's Show in London celebrates Hong Kong as an innovation and technology hub (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, (London ETO) took part in the City of London Lord Mayor's Show on November 10 (London time) for the 14th year with a float highlighting Hong Kong's remarkable progress in innovation and technology (I&T) development, which featured two five-metre-tall robots, one in retro-style representing robots of the past, and one imagining the future of artificial intelligence.
- The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge - the world’s longest bridge-tunnel sea crossing
- The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge - the world’s longest bridge-tunnel sea crossing, 55km long - opened to traffic on October 23. See these videos to learn more:
World's Longest Sea Bridge Set To Open (2018)
Mega Bridge A Marvel Of Engineering (2018)
The Hong Kong– Zuhai– Macao Bridge … All You Need to Know (2018)
Mega Bridge Passenger Building Designed to Make Waves (2018)
- One year on - UK and Hong Kong agreement on promoting fintech
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) in partnership with the UK Department for International Trade (DIT) and Invest Hong Kong, celebrated the first anniversary of the Hong Kong - UK FinTech Bridge – a significant agreement providing a framework to promote fintech development in both places – with a panel discussion and reception hosted by Standard Chartered bank in London on 11 October.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong films at London East Asia Film Festival 2018 (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) is promoting the vibrant filmmaking industry of Hong Kong in the United Kingdom by sponsoring the Hong Kong Programme of the London East Asia Film Festival (LEAFF) 2018, with screenings in London from October 31 to November 2 (London time) and in Oxford today (November 2, London time).
- The latest edition of the HK Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online. The hi-resolution printable file can be downloaded here.
- Chief Secretary for Administration at Hong Kong continues visit to UK (2) (with photos)
- The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, today (September 28, London time) continued his visit in London, the United Kingdom (UK).
- Speech by Chief Secretary for Administration at Hong Kong Association luncheon in London (English only) (with photos)
- Following is the speech by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, at the Hong Kong Association luncheon held in London today (September 28, London time)
- Speech by Chief Secretary for Administration at Hong Kong Dinner in London (English only) (with photo)
- Following is the speech by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, at the Hong Kong Dinner held in London today (September 27, London time):
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- Chief Secretary for Administration continues UK visit (with photos)
- The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, today (September 27, London time) continued his visit in London, the United Kingdom.
- Applications for Taking Common Recruitment Examination and Basic Law Test (Degree/Professional Grades) outside Hong Kong
- The non-local Common Recruitment Examination and Basic Law Test (CRE and BLT) is scheduled to be held on 8 December 2018 in London.
- Speech by Chief Secretary for Administration at roundtable discussion on vocational education and skills enhancement for value-added and diversified economy (English only) (with photo)
- Following is the speech by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, at a roundtable discussion on vocational education and skills enhancement for a value-added and diversified economy held in London, the United Kingdom today (September 27, London Time):
- Speech by Chief Secretary for Administration at Asia House's roundtable discussion in London (English only) (with photo)
- Following is the speech by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, at the Asia House's roundtable discussion held in London today (September 27, London time)
- Speech by Chief Secretary for Administration at Talk on Opportunities for Overseas Doctors in Hong Kong (English only) (with photo)
- Today, we are here to extend a warm invitation to you to return to Hong Kong and serve as a doctor in our healthcare system. I will first give a general briefing on our existing healthcare system and the vast opportunities for non-locally trained doctors.
- Chief Secretary for Administration begins visit to UK (with photos)
- The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, today (September 26, London time) began his visit in London, the United Kingdom (UK).
- Chief Secretary for Administration to visit UK
- The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, will depart for London, the United Kingdom (UK), in the early hours on September 26 (Wednesday) for a duty visit.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong's creative talent in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) is supporting Hong Kong's creative industries by sponsoring a Hong Kong Pavilion at the London Design Biennale 2018 in Somerset House and by hosting a reception to launch the Pavilion.
- Hong Kong needs ... YOU!
- The Government has published the first Talent List of Hong Kong to attract quality people from around the world. The list highlights specific professions needed most for Hong Kong's economic development.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong's arts and culture in Finland with Hong Kong Children's Choir (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) promoted Hong Kong's thriving arts and cultural life by co-presenting a concert with the Hong Kong Children's Choir (HKCC) at the Finlandia Chamber Music Hall in Helsinki, Finland, on August 6 (Helsinki time).
- Speech by Secretary for IT at luncheon in London (English only)
- Following is the speech by the Secretary for Innovation and Technology, Mr Nicholas W Yang, at a luncheon with key players in the innovation and technology (I&T) sector in London co-organised by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London and the Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) today (June 26, London time)
- Secretary for IT visits UK to strengthen innovation and technology ties (with photos)
- The Secretary for Innovation and Technology, Mr Nicholas W Yang, paid his first duty visit to the United Kingdom (UK) to meet with senior officials and representatives from the innovation and technology sector to boost links between the two places.
- Secretary for Justice continues UK visit to boost ties with international legal sectors (with photos)
- The Secretary for Justice, Ms Teresa Cheng, SC, continued her visit to London, the United Kingdom, and met with key players in different sectors to promote Hong Kong's legal and dispute resolution services on 14th June London time.
- Secretary for Justice promotes HK's role as deal-making and dispute resolution hub in London (with photos)
- The Secretary for Justice, Ms Teresa Cheng, SC, promoted Hong Kong's role as an ideal hub for deal making and dispute resolution in London, the United Kingdom (UK), today (June 13, London time).
- Secretary for Justice to visit UK
- The Secretary for Justice, Ms Teresa Cheng, SC, will visit London, the United Kingdom (UK), from June 13 to 16 to update key figures in the UK legal sector on Hong Kong's latest developments of international legal and dispute resolution services and to promote Hong Kong's role as a legal and deal making hub.
- UK secondary school students win places at university summer schools in Hong Kong (with photos)
- Five gifted sixth-form secondary school students in the United Kingdom have each won a chance to study at a Hong Kong university this summer, through a competition organised by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO).
- The latest edition of the HK Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online. The complete file can be found on our website here.
- Thousands join London Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2018 (with photos)
- Thousands of people enjoyed the London Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2018, sponsored by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) on June 3 (London time).
- Speaking points delivered by the Secretary for Food and Health at round table discussion at Chatham House (English only) (with photos)
- It gives me great pleasure to have the opportunity to share with you Hong Kong's experience in handling public health challenges, in particular in addressing the healthcare needs of the ageing population and prevention of non-communicable diseases, or NCDs in short.
- The Secretary for Food and Health visits London (with Photos)
- The Secretary for Food and Health, Professor Sophia Chan, visited London on May 17 and 18 to learn more about the latest developments in genomics and mental health services, and went to Rethink Mental Illness on May 17 (London time).
- HONG KONG TRADE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL LONDON OFFICE; Vacancy for Marketing Assistant. [Application Deadline: 4 May 2018]
- The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is Hong Kong’s statutory body for promoting Hong Kong’s trade with the world. Its London Office is inviting application for the following position: Marketing Assistant.
- London ETO supports play's theatre tour in United Kingdom telling Hong Kong story (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) highlighted the story of Hong Kong migrants to the United Kingdom by supporting a new play touring the UK. The play "Mountains: The Dreams of Lily Kwok" is based on the family memoir Sweet Mandarin by Helen Tse, co-owner of the Sweet Mandarin restaurant in Manchester.
- UK secondary school students offered chance to win a place at a university summer school in Hong Kong![Deadline: 8 May 2018]
- UK secondary school students offered chance to win a place at a university summer school in Hong Kong!
- Two Tier Tax Rate comes into effect on April 1 - Happy Easter!
- The Inland Revenue (Amendment) (No. 3) Ordinance 2018 (the Ordinance) was gazetted today (March 29) to implement the two-tiered profits tax rates regime announced in the 2017 Policy Address.
- HKSAR and UK issue joint statement on closer collaboration on trade and economic matters
- The Commerce and Economic Development Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSARG) and the Department for International Trade (DIT) of the United Kingdom (UK) issued a Joint Statement on Closer Collaboration between UK and Hong Kong on Trade and Economic Matters today (March 21) to forge broader and deeper collaboration on a number of priority areas.
- Speech by Hong Kong's Chief Executive at the GREAT Festival of Innovation reception
- Following is the speech by the Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, at the GREAT Festival of Innovation reception today (March 21).
- Secretary for the Civil Service continues his visit in Europe
- The Secretary for the Civil Service, Mr Joshua Law, has continued his visit in Europe to get updates on the management and training of the civil service here.
- Secretary for the Civil Service starts his visit in Europe
- The Secretary for the Civil Service, Mr Joshua Law, started the first leg of his visit to Europe in Helsinki, Finland, on March 5 (Helsinki time) to get an update on the management and training of the civil service there.
- Hong Kong welcomes the Year of the Dog in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO), greeted the Year of the Dog in the United Kingdom by hosting a Chinese New Year reception in London on February 21 (London time) and participating in the large-scale London Chinatown Chinese New Year celebration in Trafalgar Square, Chinatown and Charing Cross Road on February 18.
- Hong Kong welcomes Year of the Dog in Nordic countries (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) has launched its 2018 Chinese New Year celebrations in countries under its purview by holding events in the Nordic countries of Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online.
- Secretary for Education meets with Minister of State at Department for Education of UK
- In the morning, Mr Yeung paid a courtesy call on the Minister of State at the Department for Education of the UK, Mr Nick Gibb, to exchange views on issues of mutual concern, including school pedagogical and assessment practices and support for students, and the professional development of teachers.
- InvestHK assists record number of overseas and Mainland companies to set up or expand in Hong Kong
- Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) today (January 25) announced that the department assisted 402 overseas and Mainland companies to set up or expand in Hong Kong in 2017.
- Secretary for Education speaks at Education World Forum in UK
- Speaking at one of the keynote sessions, Mr Yeung shared with education ministers and policy advisers from around the world his thoughts on "Learning to learn in times of rapid change.
- Secretary for Education attends Education World Forum in UK
- He participated in the opening session and keynote sessions of the Forum to join education ministers, including the new Secretary of State for Education of the UK, Mr Damian Hinds, and policy advisers representing over 80 per cent of the world's population to deliberate on future education policy.
- Invitation to companies to bid for the provision of consultancy services for Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London
- To promote Hong Kong's role in the implementation of China's Belt and Road Initiative and the opportunities there under, HKETO in London invites companies with experience in public and government relations, investment promotion, economic development, or international business development to submit an expression of interest for provision of the following services in Russia. Please click the link above for more information.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong films in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO), promoted the achievements of Hong Kong's film industry in the past 20 years by supporting the "Creative Visions: Hong Kong Cinema 1997-2017" film festival in London from November 17-19.
- London ETO supports exhibition on Hong Kong cultural heritage in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) promotes Hong Kong's cultural heritage with the opening of a 10-day exhibition on November 15 (London Time) at China Exchange in London's Chinatown.
- Hong Kong's entry in the 2017 Lord Mayor's Show in London celebrates HKSAR's 20th anniversary (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, (London ETO) took part in the City of London Lord Mayor's Show on November 11 (London time) for the 13th year with a float celebrating the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
- London ETO organises music concert featuring Hong Kong musicians in UK (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) showcased Hong Kong's musical talent by organising a music concert, "Resounding Bauhinia", in London on November 9 (London time).
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong films at London East Asia Film Festival 2017 (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) is promoting Hong Kong film culture in London by sponsoring the London East Asia Film Festival (LEAFF) 2017.
- London ETO continues to organise events in Nordic countries to mark HKSAR 20th anniversary.
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) co-organised a reception with the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in Sweden in Stockholm, Sweden to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (the HKSAR 20th anniversary) in October 2017.
- Policy address: Hong Kong Chief Executive unveils plans to boost innovation and R&D and create opportunities
- Today, I am most honoured to present my first Policy Address in my capacity as Chief Executive, sharing my governance philosophy and elaborating on the vision and initiatives of the current-term Government for different policy areas.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong films in Manchester (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO), promoted the achievements of Hong Kong's film industry in the past 20 years by supporting the "Creative Visions: Hong Kong Cinema 1997-2017" ("Creative Visions") film festival at HOME, Manchester from October 7-26.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online.
- Hong Kong Chief Executive continues visit to UK (with photos/videos)
- The Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, continued her visit to London, the United Kingdom (UK), today (September 22, London time).
- Hong Kong Chief Executive continues UK visit (with photos/videos)
- The Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, accompanied by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Edward Yau, and the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr James Lau, continued her visit to London, the United Kingdom (UK), today (September 21, London time).
- Speech by Hong Kong Chief Executive at "Think Asia, Think Hong Kong" symposium in London (English only) (with photos/video)
- Following is the speech by the Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, at the "Think Asia, Think Hong Kong" symposium in London today (September 21, London time)
- HK and UK signed agreement on FinTech co-operation (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and the United Kingdom (UK) Government entered into a FinTech Bridge Agreement (Agreement) on September 20 (London time) to foster collaboration between the two economies in promoting financial innovation.
- Speech by Hong Kong Chief Executive at HKTDC Annual Dinner in London (English Only) (with photos)
- Following is the speech by the Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council Annual Dinner in London tonight (September 20, London time)
- Hong Kong Chief Executive begins visit to UK (with photos/videos)
- The Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, began her visit programme in London, the United Kingdom (UK), shortly after her arrival this morning (September 20, London time).
- Speech by Secretary for Transport and Housing at seminar on Belt and Road Initiative in London (English only) (with photo)
- Following is the speech by the Secretary for Transport and Housing and Chairman of the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board, Mr Frank Chan Fan, at a seminar on the Belt and Road Initiative organised by Maritime London in London, the United Kingdom (UK), today (September 13, London time)
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong films in Moscow (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) is promoting the achievements of Hong Kong's film industry over the past 20 years by supporting the "Creative Visions: Hong Kong Cinema 1997-2017" (Creative Visions) film festival from September 5 to 10 at Moscow’s Gorizont Cinema.
- London ETO supports Hong Kong comics exhibition in Helsinki (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) promoted Hong Kong’s vibrant comic scene by supporting the "PLAY! Hong Kong Comix Touring Exhibition" (the exhibition) at the 32nd Helsinki Comics Festival in Helsinki, Finland on September 2 and 3.
- Hong Kong upholds judicial independence - 24 August 2017
- The Secretary for Justice, Mr Rimsky Yuen, explained the different stages of Hong Kong's legal and judicial process in reaction to comments on the Court of Appeal custodial sentence imposed on Joshua Wong, Alex Chow and Nathan Law on 17 August.
- Shakespeare's play "Titus Andronicus 2.0" from Hong Kong staged in London
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) promoted Hong Kong's vibrant performing arts scene by supporting performances of Tang Shu-wing (TSW) Theatre Studio's "Titus Andronicus 2.0" at the New Diorama Theatre in London on August 4 and 5 (London time), as part of its programme of events to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
- London ETO supports inspiring performance by Combined Youth Orchestra of Hong Kong's Music for Our Young Foundation in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) highlighted Hong Kong's musical talent with a concert by the Combined Youth Orchestra of Hong Kong's Music for Our Young Foundation (MOY) at St John’s Smith Square in London on July 13 (London time).
- London ETO supports first large-scale music festival in London featuring only Hong Kong musicians (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) is promoting Hong Kong's vibrant cultural scene in the United Kingdom by supporting the "Hong Kong Music Series" in London this month.
- Gala dinner held in London to mark HKSAR's 20th anniversary (with photos)
- Over 600 people joined a Hong Kong 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner in London on July 9 (London time). The dinner, held at Allianz Park, was organised by the Organising Committee of the UK Chinese Gala Celebration for the 20th Anniversary of Hong Kong SAR.
- London ETO supports radio series and exhibitions by Hong Kong artists in Manchester to celebrate HKSAR's 20th anniversary (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) has supported Hong Kong's vibrant cultural scene by sponsoring a radio series and two exhibitions by Hong Kong artists in Manchester.
- Hundreds celebrate 20th anniversary of establishment of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at Poon Choi Festival in London (with photos)
- Nearly a thousand people joined a Poon Choi (Basin Feast) Festival in London ChinaTown on July 2 (London time). The festival formed part of the programme of events organised or supported by Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
- Inaugural Ceremony of Fifth Term HKSAR Government (with photos/videos)
- The Inaugural Ceremony of the Fifth Term Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region was held on July 1 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
- Thousands join London Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2017 (with photos)
- Thousands of people enjoyed the London Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2017 in London's Docklands on June 25 (London time) and helped raise money for Chinese charities in London.
- New team of Principal Officials appointed (with photos)
- The Central People's Government, on the nomination of the Chief Executive-elect, Mrs Carrie Lam, today (June 21) approved the appointments of Principal Officials of the fifth term of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government.
- UK secondary school students win places at university summer schools in Hong Kong (with photos)
- Five gifted sixth-form secondary school students from the United Kingdom were given a formal send-off to study at Hong Kong university summer schools at the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (HKETO) on June 16 (London time), having won a competition organised by the HKETO.
- London ETO continues to organise events in Nordic and Baltic countries to mark HKSAR 20th anniversary (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) co-organised a number of business seminars and receptions in the Nordic and Baltic countries to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR 20th anniversary) in May and June 2017.
- Secretary for Justice visits Oxford (with photos)
- The Secretary for Justice, Mr Rimsky Yuen, SC, said in Oxford, the United Kingdom, on May 25 (UK time) that the 20 years since 1997 have witnessed a period of healthy development of common law in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
- Secretary for Justice starts visit to London (with photos)
- The rule of law is the very spirit and foundation of the common law system. By providing for the continuation of the common law system in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), the Basic Law in the same breath provides the constitutional guarantee for the rule of law in the HKSAR, the Secretary for Justice, Mr Rimsky Yuen, SC, said in London, the United Kingdom (UK) on May 24 (UK time).
- Speech by Secretary for Justice at event at Asia House in London, UK (English only)
- Following is the speech by the Secretary for Justice, Mr Rimsky Yuen, SC, today (May 24, London time) at Asia House in London, the UK.
- Secretary for Education: Hong Kong aspires to develop deeper regional and global collaborations (with photos)
- Hong Kong aspires to develop deeper global collaborations with other economies and act as a "super-connector" to serve the region and the rest of the world, the Secretary for Education, Mr Eddie Ng Hak-kim, said on May 24 (London time).
- Secretary for Education encourages overseas graduates to return to contribute (with photos)
- The Secretary for Education, Mr Eddie Ng Hak-kim, met a group of university students from Hong Kong, including four furthering their studies under the Hong Kong Scholarship for Excellence Scheme (HKSES), during his duty visit to the United Kingdom (UK) on May 23 (London time).
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong cultural heritage in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) is promoting Hong Kong's cultural heritage with the launch of the Hong Kong's Intangible Cultural Heritage Festival in London on May 15 (London time).
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong fashion and design talent in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) is supporting Hong Kong’s creative industries during this year’s London Craft Week from May 3 to 7 (London Time).
- London ETO launches programme of events to commemorate HKSAR 20th anniversary (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) formally announced its programme of events to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR 20th anniversary) in a launch reception on April 25, London Time).
- London ETO launches 20th Anniversary website and programme booklet
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London has formally announced its programme of events to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The booklet containing the programme of events is available here and an interactive calendar of events is available online here.
- Hong Kong Dance Company staged dance drama "The Legend of Mulan" in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Dance Company (HKDC) impressed the audience in the United Kingdom with its award-winning production "The Legend of Mulan" at Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall, London yesterday (April 15,London time).
- UK secondary school students offered chance to win a place at a university summer school in Hong Kong! [Deadline extended to: 2 May 2017]
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London has launched for the sixth time the Student Competition this year with the title "Hong Kong: A dream vacation destination for youth travellers!".
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong music talent in Finland (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) brought Hong Kong music talent to the fore as it supported two Musicus Fest concerts in Finland on April 6 to 7 (Finland time).
- Invitation to companies to bid for the provision of consultancy services for Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London
- To promote Hong Kong's role in the implementation of China's Belt and Road Initiative and the opportunities there under, HKETO in London invites companies with experience in public and government relations, investment promotion, economic development, or international business development to submit an expression of interest for provision of the following services in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Please click the link above for more information.
- Visit by the Secretary for Transport and Housing to London
- Secretary for Transport and Housing Professor Anthony Cheung visited London on February 27-29. He led a delegation comprising members of the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board and representatives of the maritime industry to promote Hong Kong as an international maritime centre. During his visit Prof. Cheung also met with UK Transport Minister John Hayes.
- London ETO supports music tour of Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra in Russia (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) promotes Hong Kong's arts and culture in Russia by supporting the music tour of the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra (HKCO).
- Hong Kong welcomes the Year of the Rooster in London.
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO), greeted the Year of the Rooster by hosting a Chinese New Year reception in London on February 8 (London time) and participating in the large-scale London Chinatown Chinese New Year celebration in Trafalgar Square, Chinatown and Charing Cross Road on January 29.
- Kung Hei Fat Choi! Celebrate the Year of the Rooster with Hong Kong.
- Visit our booth at the London Chinese New Year Celebration in Trafalgar Square on 29 January. Play games, win prizes and enjoy a 360° virtual reality tour of Hong Kong!
- Invitation to companies to bid for the provision of consultancy services for Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London
- To promote Hong Kong’s role in the implementation of China’s Belt and Road Initiative and the opportunities there under, HKETO in London invites companies with experience in public and government relations, investment promotion, economic development, or international business development to submit an expression of interest for provision of the following services in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online.
- The Scholarship for Prospective English Teachers (the Scholarship) for 2017/18 is now available.
- The Scholarship for Prospective English Teachers (the Scholarship) is set up by the Education Bureau, the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region as one of a series of measures to enhance the professionalism of English teachers in Hong Kong.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong financial services in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO), promoted Hong Kong's financial services in the United Kingdom (UK) by hosting a reception for the London-Hong Kong Financial Services Forum 2016 on December 6 (London time).
- London-Hong Kong Financial Services Forum 2016
- The private-sector led London-Hong Kong Financial Services Forum (Forum) convened on Tuesday (December 6) in London.
- Chief Secretary unveils details of preparatory work for HKSAR 20th anniversary celebrations (with photos/video)
- The Chief Secretary for Administration (CS), Mrs Carrie Lam, unveiled at a press conference today (December 2) details of the preparatory work commenced early this year for celebrating the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
- Secretary for Security visits London on crime and refugee matters (with photos)
- The Secretary for Security, Mr Lai Tung-kwok, continued his visit to London (November 29, London time).
- Hong Kong's entry in the 2016 Lord Mayor's Show in London celebrates Hong Kong's beautiful scenery and natural attractions (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, (London ETO) took part in the City of London Lord Mayor's Show yesterday (November 12, London time) for the 12th year with a float highlighting a different side of Hong Kong: its stunning natural features, beautiful countryside and unique hiking experiences.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong films at London East Asia Film Festival 2016 (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) promotes Hong Kong film culture in London by sponsoring the London East Asia Film Festival (LEAFF) 2016.
- Speech by Chief Secretary for Administration at Hong Kong Trade Development Council Annual Dinner
- Following is the speech by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mrs Carrie Lam, at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) Annual Dinner today (September 26, London time):
- Chief Secretary for Administration continues visit to UK
- The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mrs Carrie Lam, continued her visit to London, the United Kingdom (UK), today (September 26, London time) to meet with senior government officials and representatives from the business and infrastructure sectors to boost Hong Kong links with London.
- Chief Secretary for Administration visits UK.
- The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mrs Carrie Lam, began her visit in London, the United Kingdom (UK), today (September 25, London time). She visited the Tate Modern museum and met with Hong Kong students and residents there and provided them with updates on developments in Hong Kong.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online.
- Wanted: good ideas for old electric vehicle batteries
- Calling all inventors! Hong Kong has launched an international competition seeking ideas to give old electric vehicle (EV) batteries a new lease of life. As the popularity of EVs rises, so does the use of the batteries that power them. The Competition will be divided into two groups, one open to all and one for students up to high school level. Closing date for registration is midnight (HK time) on 31 October 2016. More information on www.epd.gov.hk/epd/misc/2ndEVbattery/en/ or on Facebook page.
- Thousands come to join London Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2016 (with photos)
- Thousands of people enjoyed the London Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2016 in London's Docklands on June 26 (London time) and helped raise money for Chinese charities in London.
- Hong Kong: a technology "super-connector" for Asia (English only)
- Hong Kong offers many strengths and advantages as a technology "super-connector" for Asia, said the Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, Ms Priscilla To. She was speaking on June 20 (London time) at a business seminar held by Invest Hong Kong in partnership with the Institute of Directors, City of London branch. The event was part of London Technology Week, and supported by Tech London Advocates.
- UK secondary school students win places at university summer schools in Hong Kong (with photos)
- Five gifted sixth-form secondary school students from the United Kingdom were given a formal send-off to study at Hong Kong university summer schools at the UK House of Lords on June 13 (London time), having won a competition organised by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO).
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development: Hong Kong serves as "super-connector" facilitating connections under Belt and Road Initiative (with photos)
- "One country, two systems" has made Hong Kong the "super-connector" that facilitates connections under the Belt and Road Initiative, the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, said at a business seminar in Vilnius, Lithuania, today (May 25, Vilnius time).
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online.
- Speech by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development at breakfast roundtable at Chatham House in London (English only)
- Following is the speech by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, at a breakfast roundtable at Chatham House in London, the United Kingdom (UK), today (May 23, London time).
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development encourages UK companies to make use of Hong Kong's advantages in tapping business opportunities in Belt and Road markets (with photos)
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, underlined Hong Kong's unique role in helping businesses in the United Kingdom (UK) to capitalise on the wealth of opportunities emerging from the Belt and Road Initiative at a breakfast roundtable at Chatham House in London today (May 23, London time).
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development views operation of food trucks in London (with photos)
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, continued his duty visit to London, the United Kingdom, and viewed the operation of food trucks in the city on May 21 (London time).
- Speech by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development at business seminar on creative industries in London (English only) (with photo)
- Following is the speech by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, at a business seminar on creative industries at the Design Museum in London, the United Kingdom (UK) today (May 20, London time)
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development promotes closer ties between Hong Kong and UK in London (with photos)
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, started his visit programme in London, the United Kingdom (UK), today (May 20, London time) to deepen Hong Kong's ties with the UK.
- Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury concludes visit to Russia, Latvia and Finland
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Professor K C Chan, concluded his last leg of visit to Helsinki in Finland yesterday (April 15, Helsinki time).
- UK secondary school students offered chance to win a place at a university summer school in Hong Kong! [Deadline has been extended to 06 May 2016]
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London has launched for the fifth time the Student Competition this year with the title “Hong Kong: A Smart City in the World!”. The objective of the Competition is to enable British students to experience Hong Kong’s vibrancy, innovation and creativity; and to consider pursuing tertiary education in Hong Kong.
- Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury on visit to Riga
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Professor K C Chan, started his visit to Riga in Latvia yesterday (April 13, Riga time).
- Hong Kong and Latvia enter into tax pact
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Professor K C Chan, on behalf of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, signed in Riga today (April 13, Riga time) a comprehensive agreement for the avoidance of double taxation (CDTA) with Latvia. Representing the Government of Latvia to sign the agreement was its Minister of Finance, Mrs Dana Reizniece-Ozola.
- Speech by Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury at Moscow Exchange Forum 2016
- Following is the speech by the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Professor K C Chan, at the Moscow Exchange Forum 2016 in Moscow yesterday (April 12, Moscow time).
- Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury starts visit to Moscow
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Professor K C Chan, started his visit to Moscow yesterday (April 11, Moscow time) to promote Hong Kong as a leading global financial centre and to learn more about the local development of financial technology (Fintech).
- Hong Kong Immigration Department wins 2016 Skytrax Award for Best Airport Immigration Service (with photo)
- The Hong Kong Immigration Department (ImmD) has been voted the winner of the Skytrax Award for Best Airport Immigration Service for the second consecutive year in the annual Passenger Survey commissioned by Skytrax, a specialist research agent of the air transport industry. The presentation ceremony was held yesterday (March 16) in Cologne, Germany.
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong films in Manchester (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO), promoted Hong Kong films in the UK by sponsoring the "CRIME: Hong Kong Style" film season organised by HOME, Manchester from February to April.
- London ETO welcomes Year of the Monkey in Edinburgh (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) greeted the Year of the Monkey by co-hosting a business seminar and a Chinese New Year reception with Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) in Edinburgh on February 25.
- Hong Kong welcomes Year of Monkey in London (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) greeted the Year of the Monkey by hosting a Chinese New Year reception in London on February 17 and participating in the large-scale London Chinatown Chinese New Year celebration in Trafalgar Square, Chinatown and Shaftesbury Avenue on February 14.
- Join us to celebrate the Year of the Monkey at the London Chinatown Chinese New Year celebration
- Come and celebrate the start of the Year of the Monkey with us at the London Chinatown Chinese New Year celebration in Trafalgar Square, Chinatown and Shaftesbury Avenue on Sunday 14 February. Look out for our marquee in Trafalgar Square, with games and festive souvenirs. See if you can spot people dressed as Hong Kong's iconic Star Ferries and trams. We are also bringing renowned Hong Kong musical group Windpipe Chinese Music Ensemble to perform traditional music on the main Trafalgar Square stage. Share your Year of the Monkey photos with us on Twitter by tagging your pictures with #myHKCNYinLondon.
- Hong Kong welcomes Year of Monkey in Russia (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) continued its 2016 Chinese New Year celebration in St Petersburg and Moscow, Russia on February 2 and 3 respectively.
- Hong Kong welcomes Year of Monkey in Sweden and Finland (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) has kicked off its 2016 Chinese New Year celebrations in countries under its purview by holding events in Sweden and Finland.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online.
- London ETO supports Hong Kong arts and theatre by supporting UK premiere of musical 'Teresa' (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) celebrated the flourishing and vibrant art and theatre scene in Hong Kong by hosting a reception to mark the UK premiere of Ko Chi-sum's musical 'Teresa' at the Shaw Theatre, London on January 15 (London time).
- Scholarship for Prospective English Teachers
- The Scholarship for Prospective English Teachers (the Scholarship) is set up by the Education Bureau, the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region as one of a series of measures to enhance the professionalism of English teachers in Hong Kong.
- Hong Kong's entry in the 2015 Lord Mayor's Show in London highlights maritime history (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, (London ETO) took part in the City of London Lord Mayor's Show yesterday (November 14, London time) for the 11th year with a float showcasing Hong Kong's unique maritime heritage, and the vital role the sea and ships play in its past, present and future.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online.
- New Director-General of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, assumes office (with photo)
- The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government has appointed a new chief representative in London. On October 19, Ms Priscilla To became the new Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, replacing the outgoing Director-General, Ms Erica Ng.
- Hong Kong film director Johnnie To's new film "Office" competes at BFI London Film Festival 2015 (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) continues to promote Hong Kong Film culture in London by supporting the British Film Institute (BFI) in its showing of the European premire of Hong Kong film director Johnnie To's new film "Office" at the BFI London Film Festival.
- Speech by Hong Kong's Chief Executive at luncheon hosted by Hong Kong Association in London
- Following is the speech by the Chief Executive, Mr C Y Leung, at a luncheon hosted by the Hong Kong Association in London, the United Kingdom, today (October 16, London time)
- Hong Kong's Chief Executive boosts HK links in London
- The Chief Executive, Mr C Y Leung, reaffirmed Hong Kong's strong links with London during the second day (October 16, London time) of his visit to the United Kingdom (UK).
- Day of political calls for Hong Kong's Chief Executive in London
- The Chief Executive, Mr C Y Leung, has met key British political leaders during the first day (October 15, London time) of his official visit to the United Kingdom (UK).
- Speech by Hong Kong's Chief Executive at HKTDC annual dinner in London
- Speech by CE at HKTDC annual dinner in London (English only) (with photos/video)
- HK and UK sign MOU on health co-operation
- The Secretary for Food and Health, Dr Ko Wing-man, and the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Public Health of the United Kingdom (UK), Ms Jane Ellison, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on health co-operation in London today (October 15, London time).
- London ETO celebrates Hong Kong arts and theatre with Tang Shu-wing Theatre Studio's Macbeth in Cantonese in London and Detention in Edinburgh (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) celebrated the flourishing and vibrant art and theatre scene in Hong Kong by hosting a reception to mark the world première of William Shakespeare's play Macbeth performed in Cantonese by the Tang Shu-wing (TSW) Theatre Studio from Hong Kong in Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London on August 17 (London Time). The London ETO also hosted a reception to mark the second run of TSW Theatre Studio's play Detention at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe on August 20 (London Time).
- New one-stop portal to help Hong Kong's search for talent
- A new one-stop web portal to provide information for people considering a move to Hong Kong to work, invest or study has been launched today (August 11).
- London ETO promotes Hong Kong's arts and culture in UK with Hong Kong Children's Choir concert (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) continued to promote Hong Kong's thriving arts and cultural life by hosting a concert by the Hong Kong Children's Choir (HKCC) at the renowned St John's Smith Square in London yesterday.
- Thousands come to join London Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2015 (with photos)
- Thousands of people enjoyed the 2015 London Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in London's Docklands and helped raise money for Chinese charities in London.
- Working in Hong Kong: London ETO holds seminar on new talent admission measures (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) last Thursday (June 25, London time) held a special seminar in London for those interested in working in Hong Kong.
- Hong Kong film director Johnnie To welcomed in London and Edinburgh (with photos)
- Brand Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) have joined the film industry to support two unprecedented events in London and Edinburgh celebrating the career of renowned film director Johnnie To.
- UK secondary school students win places at university summer schools in Hong Kong (with photos)
- Five gifted sixth-form secondary school students in the United Kingdom have each won a chance to study at a Hong Kong university this summer, through a competition organised by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO).
- Speech by SFST at London Business School (English only) (with photos)
- Following is the speech by the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Professor K C Chan, on Hong Kong's role as China's global financial centre: Opportunities and Outlook, at a seminar organised by the London Business School in London yesterday (May 13, London time).
- SFST starts visit to Stockholm (with photos)
- The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Professor K C Chan, started his visit to Stockholm yesterday (May 11, Stockholm time) to promote Hong Kong as a leading offshore Renminbi hub and to learn more about the developments of financial technologies (Fintech) in the city.
- Chief Secretary: "Historic opportunity for Hong Kong constitutional development"
- Yesterday (April 22), the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region released its proposals for the election of the Chief Executive (CE) in 2017 by universal suffrage. The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mrs Carrie Lam, describes it as a "Historic opportunity for Hong Kong constitutional development"
- LC: Statement by CS on Consultation Report and Proposals on the Method for Selecting the Chief Executive by Universal Suffrage
- Following is the statement (translated from Chinese) by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mrs Carrie Lam, on the Consultation Report and Proposals on the Method for Selecting the Chief Executive by Universal Suffrage at the Legislative Council today (April 22)
- SCED continues visit to Russia (with photos)
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, today (March 17) continued his visit to Moscow, Russia.
- SCED's speech at Chinese New Year reception in Moscow
- The following is the speech by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, at a Chinese New Year reception in Moscow jointly hosted by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council today (March 16, Moscow time).
- SCED's speech at roundtable seminar on IP trading in Moscow
- The following is the speech by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, at a roundtable seminar on intellectual property (IP) trading.
- SCED begins visit to Russia.
- The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Gregory So, started the first day of his visit programme in Moscow, Russia, today (March 16, Moscow time) to promote Hong Kong's business opportunities and strengthen bilateral trade relations.
- Hong Kong welcomes Year of the Ram in Russia, Denmark and Sweden (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) greeted the Year of the Ram in Russia, Denmark and Sweden by hosting Chinese New Year receptions in the first week of March.
- The latest edition of the HK Review is now available.
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online. The complete file can be found on our website here.
- UK secondary school students offered chance to win a place at a university summer school in Hong Kong!
- London ETO has just launched for the fourth time the “Hong Kong: A Dream Destination for University Study” competition. Win a chance to study at a Hong Kong university over summer this year!
- Speech by Ms Erica Ng at Chinese New Year Reception in London
- The following is a speech by Director-General, Ms Erica Ng at the Chinese New Year Reception in London
- Hong Kong welcomes the Year of the Ram in London with music (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) greeted the Year of the Ram by hosting a Chinese New Year reception in London on February 23 (London time) and participating in the large-scale London Chinatown Chinese New Year celebration in Trafalgar Square, Chinatown and Shaftesbury Avenue on February 22 (London time).
- Hong Kong welcomes the Year of the Ram in Finland and Norway
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) has kicked off its 2015 Chinese New Year celebrations in countries under its purview by holding events in Finland and Norway.
- Chief Secretary releases Population Policy report
- On January 15 the Government released a report on "Population Policy - Strategies and Initiatives". The report was compiled following a public engagement exercise and research carried out in 2013 and 2014 by the Steering Committee on Population Policy (SCPP) chaired by the Chief Secretary for Administration.
- Policy address 2015 focuses on economy, housing and population policy
- In his third Policy Address, the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, C Y Leung, yesterday (January 14) announced new measures to boost the economy, increase housing supply and harness the potential of Hong Kong people.
- Consultation Document on the Method for Selecting the Chief Executive by Universal Suffrage published
- The Government on January 7 published the "Consultation Document on the Method for Selecting the Chief Executive by Universal Suffrage" to consult the public on issues relating to the method for selecting the Chief Executive by universal suffrage.
- A Letter from the Director of the HKETO London
- Ms Erica NG, Director of the HKETO London, shares some information on the latest situation in Hong Kong.
- Hong Kong's entry in the 2014 Lord Mayor's Show in London highlights kung fu stars and movies | See Photos | View Our Video
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, took part in the City of London Lord Mayor's Show on November 8 for the tenth year with a float showcasing Hong Kong's kung fu movies and stars including Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Sammo Hung and Lau Kar-leung.
- Speech by Financial Secretary at Hong Kong Association luncheon in London (English only) (with photo)
- Following is the speech by the Financial Secretary, Mr John C Tsang, at the Hong Kong Association luncheon in London today.
- Financial Secretary visits London (with photos)
- The Financial Secretary, Mr John C Tsang, followed a busy schedule in London on October 30 and 31 to strengthen economic and trade ties between Hong Kong and the United Kingdom in the last stop of his three-city visit to Paris, Milan and London from October 28 to 31.
- Speech by Financial Secretary at Hong Kong Trade Development Council Annual Dinner, Hong Kong Dinner, in London (English only) (with photo)
- Following is the speech by the Financial Secretary, Mr John C Tsang, at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council Annual Dinner, Hong Kong Dinner, in London tonight (October 30, London time)
- Financial Secretary to attend trade promotional activities in Paris, Milan and London
- The Financial Secretary, Mr John C Tsang, will depart for Europe on Tuesday (October 28) for a four-day visit to Paris, Milan and London to attend a number of trade promotional activities and meet with political and business leaders there.
- Speech by Secretary for Justice at Chatham House in London (English only)
- The following is a speech delivered by the Secretary for Justice, Mr Rimsky Yuen, SC, today (October 15, London time) at the Chatham House.
- Secretary for Justice attended Chatham House seminar in London (with photo)
- The Secretary for Justice, Mr Rimsky Yuen, SC, today (October 15, London time) attended a seminar organised by the Chatham House in London and delivered a speech on Hong Kong's rule of law and constitutional reforms.
- Secretary for Justice promotes HK's legal and dispute resolution services in London (with photos)
- The Secretary for Justice, Mr Rimsky Yuen, SC, yesterday (October 14, London time) appealed to the participants of the London Law Expo 2014 to choose Hong Kong as the venue for international legal and dispute resolution services in the Asia-Pacific region.
- Speech by Secretary for Justice at Hong Kong Association luncheon in London (English only)
- Following is the speech delivered by the Secretary for Justice, Mr Rimsky Yuen, SC, at a luncheon organised by the Hong Kong Association in London yesterday (October 14, London time).
- Speech by Secretary for Justice at London Law Expo 2014 (English only)
- Following is the speech delivered by the Secretary for Justice, Mr Rimsky Yuen, SC, at the London Law Expo 2014 held in London yesterday (October 14, London time).
- October 2014 HK Review now available
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online. The complete file can be found on our website here.
- London ETO once again supports dragon boat festival in London (with photos)
- London citizens participated in the London Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival at the London Regatta Centre in the Royal Albert Dock on June 29 (London time).
- UK secondary school students win places at university summer school in Hong Kong (with photos)
- Five lucky secondary school students in the United Kingdom have won a chance to study at a Hong Kong university this summer, thanks to a competition organised by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (HKETO).
- SED continues visit to Finland (with photos)
- The Secretary for Education (SED), Mr Eddie Ng Hak-kim, today (May 22, Helsinki time) continued his duty visit to Finland to learn more about its good practices and development plans as a leading education system in the European Union.
- SFH visits London (with photos)
- The Secretary for Food and Health, Dr Ko Wing-man, began his duty visit to London, the United Kingdom (UK), by meeting with the Chair of the General Medical Council (GMC), Professor Sir Peter Rubin, this morning (May 16, London time).
- February 2014 HK Review now available
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online. The complete file can be found on our website here.
- CE tours Swedish innovation sites
- On day two of his visit to Stockholm, Chief Executive CY Leung visited two landmarks renowned for promoting innovative technology developments.
- CE promotes HK-Sweden collaboration
- Hong Kong is always open to new ideas and opportunities and welcomes overseas collaboration, Chief Executive CY Leung said at a business dinner on the first day of his visit to Stockholm.
- CE starts visit to Sweden (with photos)
- The Chief Executive, Mr C Y Leung, began his first official visit to Europe in Stockholm, Sweden, on May 12 (Stockholm time).
- UK secondary school students offered chance to win a place at a university summer school in Hong Kong!
- (deadline : 22 April 2014)
- The elevating experience of five UK secondary school students, who won a chance to study at a Hong Kong university over summer last year is expected to inspire more UK students to compete for a taste of studying in Hong Kong this summer.
- SEN concludes his visit to Europe on waste management (with photos)
- The Secretary for the Environment, Mr Wong Kam-sing, proceeded to Malmö, Sweden, yesterday (March 7, Malmö time) to start the final leg of his visit to Europe on waste management strategies and facilities.
- SEN visits waste-to-energy facility in Denmark (with photos)
- The Secretary for the Environment, Mr Wong Kam-sing, visited Copenhagen, Denmark on yesterday (March 6, Copenhagen time) where he met relevant officials to discuss waste management and visited waste-to-energy facilities there.
- SEN continues visit to UK on waste management (with photos)
- The Secretary for the Environment, Mr Wong Kam-sing, continued his visit to the United Kingdom yesterday (March 4, London time) to exchange views with local officials and experts on waste management issues and learn more about thermal waste treatment facilities in the United Kingdom.
- SEN starts visit on waste management in UK (with photos)
- The Secretary for the Environment, Mr Wong Kam-sing, started his visit to the United Kingdom on March 3 (London time) by first touring the waste-to-energy facilities to keep abreast of the development of technology applications in treating waste.
- February 2014 HK Review now available
- The latest edition of the Hong Kong Review, newsletter of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London is now online. The complete file can be found on our website at: HKReview_Feb2014.pdf
- London Chinese New Year Event 2014, Opening remarks by Ms Erica Ng, Director-General of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London
- My Lord Mayor, Your Worships, Ministers, your Excellencies, My Lords, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Kung Hei Fat Choi! Welcome and thank you all for joining us tonight to celebrate the start of the Year of the Horse!
- Hong Kong welcomes the Year of the Horse in London with music (with photos)
- The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) greeted the Year of the Horse by hosting a Chinese New Year reception in London yesterday (February 6, London time) and participating in the large-scale London Chinatown Chinese New Year celebration in Trafalgar Square, Chinatown and Shaftesbury Avenue on February 2, London time.
- SED concludes visit to UK (with photos)
- The Secretary for Education (SED), Mr Eddie Ng Hak-kim, yesterday (January 22, London time) concluded his three-day official visit to London, the United Kingdom (UK).
- SED addresses Education World Forum (with photos)
- The Secretary for Education (SED), Mr Eddie Ng Hak-kim, yesterday (January 21, London time) addressed the Education World Forum in London, the United Kingdom (UK), introducing to education ministers from around the world the latest developments and future directions of Hong Kong in education.
- SED participates in Education World Forum (with photos)
- The Secretary for Education (SED), Mr Eddie Ng Hak-kim, will speak at the Education World Forum (EWF) in London, the United Kingdom (UK) today (January 21, London time) on the latest developments and priorities of Hong Kong in education, including the new education and youth initiatives announced in the 2014 Policy Address.
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