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From Vision to Growth: Building Hong Kong’s Next Chapter

1 October 2026

From Vision to Growth: Building Hong Kong’s Next Chapter

This September, the Hong Kong SAR Government unveiled its First Five-Year Plan that charts a roadmap for the city’s upcoming growth and development. This First Five-Year Plan is a forward-looking blueprint of profound significance. Coupled with the Policy Address, it provides clear, strategic and comprehensive directions for advancing our city — from accelerating the Northern Metropolis, driving tech innovation, and bolstering our financial core, to deepening Greater Bay Area integration, promoting cultural and green living, and enhancing social livelihoods. Collectively, these focuses create a path for Hong Kong “from stability to prosperity”, and we at the Chamber are pleased to see many of our suggestions being incorporated.

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Next Step for Asia’s Top City: Riding the Innovation Wave to Venture Overseas

1 October 2026

Next Step for Asia’s Top City: Riding the Innovation Wave to Venture Overseas

The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce recently released the Asian Cities Internationality Index (ACII) 2026. Hong Kong retained its position as Asia’s top international city with a score of 74.6, and firmly secured first place in the “Business and Economy” domain. However, what warrants deeper reflection from the business community is whether this competitive advantage can be sustained. In a complex and volatile external environment, “certainty” is exactly what businesses need most. The First Five-Year Plan announced last month, alongside the new Policy Address, have provided clear direction for the market.

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Strengthening Our ASEAN Connections: A Strategic Bridge to High-Growth Markets

1 October 2026

Strengthening Our ASEAN Connections: A Strategic Bridge to High-Growth Markets

The Chamber leadership team and I have just returned to Hong Kong following a highly productive visit to Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Fulfilling our role as a premier “super connector” and “super value-adder”, this September mission was designed with a clear purpose: to bridge Hong Kong enterprises directly with high-growth markets and unlock new avenues for expansion. Leveraging our global chamber network and strategic MoU partnerships, we are committed to streamlining market entry for our members.

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Building a Formidable Economic Cluster: The ACII Roadmap for Asian Cities

1 September 2026

Building a Formidable Economic Cluster: The ACII Roadmap for Asian Cities

Recently, the Chamber officially launched the second edition of our Asian Cities Internationality Index (ACII) 2026. Conducted by research firm Ipsos and guided by an independent Steering Committee, the Index is a comprehensive benchmark across Asia’s leading cities that assesses regional strengths and challenges. Assessing cities across seven core dimensions — Business and Economy, Quality of Life, Infrastructure and Connectivity, Innovation and Ideas, Human Capital Diversity, Cultural Interaction, and Government and Legal System for Business — the Index is designed to inform policy and business decisions while fostering meaningful dialogue among governments, enterprises, and communities throughout the region.

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Harnessing Training Insights to Forge a Resilient “New Hong Kong”

1 September 2026

Harnessing Training Insights to Forge a Resilient “New Hong Kong”

In July, I visited Beijing with the rest of the Legislative Council for a study and observation trip. I was very grateful for this rare opportunity. We stayed at the historically significant National Academy of Governance, where the setting was grounded and highly functional. The curriculum was tailor-made for us lawmakers, and the lecturers were all top-tier, national-level experts and scholars. They provided profound, yet accessible, analyses of national strategies, allowing me to deeply appreciate the systemic nature of the Chinese Mainland’s government. Driving sustainable development means striking a very precise balance between security and openness.

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Ambition into Action: Next Steps in Hong Kong’s Future

1 August 2026

Ambition into Action: Next Steps in Hong Kong’s Future

The year 2026 marks the commencement of the nation’s 15th Five-Year Plan, prompting Hong Kong to formulate its five-year roadmap. This formal medium-to-long-term development blueprint marks a strategic shift for the HKSAR Government from a past strategy of “alignment” to a definitive “proactive planning” mode. This transformation is set to provide the business community with clearer, more deafined and visionary path forward for business. A development we find highly encouraging.

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Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Bridging Education and Opportunity

1 August 2026

Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Bridging Education and Opportunity

Hong Kong is constantly evolving as a premier international business and financial centre, and our long-term growth is driven by one crucial factor: our talent. At a recent HKGCC Town Hall Forum, I was highly encouraged to hear Secretary for Education Dr the Hon Choi Yuk-lin outline the Government’s vision to bolster Hong Kong’s position as an international education hub. Her strategies – from expanding non-local student admissions and promoting the “Study in Hong Kong” brand to develop the Northern Metropolis University Town.

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Seizing Opportunities From Overnight Visitors as Tourism Recovery Continues

1 August 2026

Seizing Opportunities From Overnight Visitors as Tourism Recovery Continues

Time flies, and we are already well into the second half of 2026. First, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Dr Jacob Kam on assuming the chairmanship of the HKGCC. I firmly believe that, under his outstanding leadership, the Chamber will achieve even greater milestones, deliver maximum benefits to our members, and continue to expand its influence across the broader community.

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Charting a New Era of Global Connectivity and Growth

1 July 2026

Charting a New Era of Global Connectivity and Growth

I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Jacob Kam on his election as Chairman of the HKGCC. As the Chamber celebrates its 165th anniversary, the Secretariat is fully committed to supporting his leadership as we build on our strong foundations, strengthen our role as the Voice of Business, and help our members seize new opportunities.

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