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HKSAR Government establishes Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po and prepares for the establishment of donation platform

In order to provide relief to residents of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, the Special Administrative Region Government set up a "Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po" with a start-up capital of $300 million dollars to render assistance to residents of Wang Fuk Court and support all relevant works. The Support Fund will receive donations from individuals and private organisations.

HKSAR Government establishes Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po and prepares for the establishment of donation platform

In order to provide relief to residents of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, the Special Administrative Region Government set up a "Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po" with a start-up capital of $300 million dollars to render assistance to residents of Wang Fuk Court and support all relevant works. The Support Fund will receive donations from individuals and private organisations.

Stablecoins and Beyond – Hong Kong Charges Forward

The Economic and Trade Express, comprising the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London, Invest Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, co-hosted an interactive seminar and networking reception with the Hong Kong Association featuring Mr Daniel Fung, Vice Chairman of the Financial Services Development Council, who spoke on “Stablecoins, Sustainable Finance, and Strategic Collaboration: Legal and Regulatory Insights from Hong Kong.” Mr Fung shared insights on Hong Kong’s prudent approach to stablecoin regulation and its pursuit for sustainable development of the financial industry.

Stablecoins and Beyond – Hong Kong Charges Forward

The Economic and Trade Express, comprising the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London, Invest Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, co-hosted an interactive seminar and networking reception with the Hong Kong Association featuring Mr Daniel Fung, Vice Chairman of the Financial Services Development Council, who spoke on “Stablecoins, Sustainable Finance, and Strategic Collaboration: Legal and Regulatory Insights from Hong Kong.” Mr Fung shared insights on Hong Kong’s prudent approach to stablecoin regulation and its pursuit for sustainable development of the financial industry.

Hong Kong finalises preparations for Chinese National Games 2025

Final preparations are under way in Hong Kong for the Chinese National Games 2025, the country’s largest multi-sport event. For the first time, competitions will extend across three regions, Hong Kong, Guangdong and Macao, including a marathon linking Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and a 230-kilometre cycling race crossing the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge. Venues such as the new Kai Tak Sports Park will host events including fencing and handball. Organisers say the Games will test coordination across borders while showcasing Hong Kong’s growing role in major sporting events.

Hong Kong finalises preparations for Chinese National Games 2025

Final preparations are under way in Hong Kong for the Chinese National Games 2025, the country’s largest multi-sport event. For the first time, competitions will extend across three regions, Hong Kong, Guangdong and Macao, including a marathon linking Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and a 230-kilometre cycling race crossing the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge. Venues such as the new Kai Tak Sports Park will host events including fencing and handball. Organisers say the Games will test coordination across borders while showcasing Hong Kong’s growing role in major sporting events.

Promoting professional exchanges in engineering between Hong Kong and UK

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) hosted a reception in London with the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) on November 4 to update engineering practitioners, graduates and students in the United Kingdom on the latest developments in Hong Kong and to foster professional exchanges between the two places. The event was joined by the Director-General of the London ETO, Miss Fiona Chau; the President and Senior Vice President of HKIE, Ms Alice Chow and Professor Frank Chan; the Director of Civil Engineering and Development, Mr Michael Fong; the Chair of HKIE UK Chapter, Mr Harry Lee, and over 100 guests from the sector.

Promoting professional exchanges in engineering between Hong Kong and UK

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) hosted a reception in London with the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) on November 4 to update engineering practitioners, graduates and students in the United Kingdom on the latest developments in Hong Kong and to foster professional exchanges between the two places. The event was joined by the Director-General of the London ETO, Miss Fiona Chau; the President and Senior Vice President of HKIE, Ms Alice Chow and Professor Frank Chan; the Director of Civil Engineering and Development, Mr Michael Fong; the Chair of HKIE UK Chapter, Mr Harry Lee, and over 100 guests from the sector.

London ETO promotes Top Talent Pass Scheme in Helsinki

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) and Hong Kong Talent Engage supported the Hong Kong Top Talent Pass Scheme seminar held at the University of Helsinki on October 29. Around 60 participants attended the event, including students and graduates, representatives from the University of Helsinki, and professionals from the business and education sectors.

London ETO promotes Top Talent Pass Scheme in Helsinki

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) and Hong Kong Talent Engage supported the Hong Kong Top Talent Pass Scheme seminar held at the University of Helsinki on October 29. Around 60 participants attended the event, including students and graduates, representatives from the University of Helsinki, and professionals from the business and education sectors.

Promoting Higher Education in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London joined hands with the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) on October 29 to co-host an inspiring evening in London, highlighting Hong Kong’s position as a hub for world-class higher education. Opening the event, the Director-General of the London ETO, Fiona Chau, highlighted the city’s international connectivity and dynamic opportunities for global talent. Professor Eunice Seng, the Head of Department, was joined by four alumni, to share the experience of studying at HKU and how their study continues to shape their professional journeys. Their stories offered valuable insights into the advantages of pursuing postgraduate studies in Hong Kong and the global opportunities that follow.

Promoting Higher Education in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London joined hands with the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) on October 29 to co-host an inspiring evening in London, highlighting Hong Kong’s position as a hub for world-class higher education. Opening the event, the Director-General of the London ETO, Fiona Chau, highlighted the city’s international connectivity and dynamic opportunities for global talent. Professor Eunice Seng, the Head of Department, was joined by four alumni, to share the experience of studying at HKU and how their study continues to shape their professional journeys. Their stories offered valuable insights into the advantages of pursuing postgraduate studies in Hong Kong and the global opportunities that follow.