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With some 200 new initiatives, reviving Hong Kong’s economy was a key focus of the annual Policy Address unveiled today (Nov 25). A quick glance shows priority areas in fostering the development of prime industries such as financial, I&T and exhibition services, grasping opportunities in the Greater Bay Area and capitalising on HK’s one country, two systems advantages. Some highlights are: - Global STEM Professorship Scheme to attract overseas I&T talent - Fintech subsidy s...cheme to foster partnership between financial institutions and tech start-ups - Tax breaks for carried interest issued by private equity funds and one-stop support services to family office business - Eligible pre-profit biotech companies to be included in HK-Mainland Stock Connect Full report: https://www.policyaddress.gov.hk/2020/eng/index.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #policyaddress2020 2020 -PolicyAddress2020

JAZZ IT UP AT "GROWING UP" With Hong Kong’s jazz greats turning it on, the Freespace Jazz Fest (Nov 6-8) at "Growing Up" treated all music lovers with rhythm and notes against the beautiful backdrop of the Rambler Channel in the breezy open. #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #cosmopolitanhk #Jazz #WKCD #GrowingUp #Cheesetata

Connecting techpreneurs with financial institutions is key to building a fintech ecosystem. Watch the CNBC interview to learn more about Hong Kong’s strategies for incentivising, regulating and facilitating fintech development. https://www.cnbc.com//hong-kong-official-explains-citys-ro #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #FinancialServices #CNBC #Fintech Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau Hong Kong Monetary Authority

HKETO is sponsoring a HK short film at the Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival (Nov 12 19) : THE LAST FERRY FROM GRASS ISLAND directed by Linhan Zhang https://www.reelasian.com/fes/last-ferry-from-grass-island/ ... https://www.reelasian.com/

Immerse yourself in astonishing natural splendours and uncover lush greenery, ravishing peaks, and endless blue seas with gong bath master Martha Collard (Red D...oors Studio). Enjoy a sensational virtual audio-visual experience combining the restorative benefits of a meditative gong sound bath with the unparalleled sights and sounds of Hong Kong’s great and unexpected outdoors. #DiscoverHongKong #WRLDCTY #HongKong #Brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #MarthaCollard Red Doors Studio

Fine Dining During COVID-19 (Part 1) Top chefs from Heritage Tourism Brands’ hotel restaurants share their stories on how they overcame challenges presented during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the solutions to keep customers satisfied and safe while upholding their commitment to providing the highest-quality cuisine. https://youtu.be/YD8bfwk2AJ8

MARVELS OF HK IN 360 DEGREES Follow these adventurers around Hong Kong through this stunning 360-degree video, as they explore Hong Kong’s marvels, from mountai...ns and ancient geo formations to oceans, waterfalls, forests, fields and night skies sparkling with myriad stars. 0:01 Lion Rock 0:15 Wang Chau, Sai Kung 0:22 Tai O 0:53 Pok Wai 0:55 Hong Kong Science Park 0:57 Green Egg Island 1:00 Basalt Island 1:17 Ng Tung Chai 1:36 Ng Tung Chai 1:41 San Tin, Yuen Long 1:44 Tai Long Wan 1:47 Cheung Chau 1:50 Green Egg Island 1:53 Po Pin Chau 1:58 Kowloon Peak #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #discoverhongkong #HKTB #360video #travel Discover Hong Kong

WORLD’S LARGEST CULTURAL HUB TAKES SHAPE See how the West Kowloon Cultural District (WKCD) the world’s most ambitious cultural infrastructure project ...is taking shape in Hong Kong. With state-of-the-art museums, galleries, theatres and studios as well as open-air performance venues, the pioneers behind the scenes talk about their vision for the WKCD and how it will create an iconic and world-class cultural hub. Watch other HK videos on WRLDCTY: https://www.youtube.com/playlist Special thanks to the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority. #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #WRLDCTY #art #museum #Cutlure ResonanceCo Best Cities Discover Hong Kong ART Power HK

Social commerce is gaining in popularity across #Asia. How can #SupplyChain and #logistics industry players respond to this rising trend and grasp new opportunities? Get answers at #ALMACHK's Supply Chain Management Forum. Register now: https://form.hktdc.com//Registration/RegistrationForm.aspx

With the diagnosed cases spiking, it makes early sign detection and swift zapping more important. Three innovative Hong Kong high-tech firms have developed robots that check the temperature and kill the virus with ultraviolet guns; wearable tech that enables healthcare professionals to monitor COVID-19 patients in real time; and a rapid testing system which the English Premier League has also adopted. Full story: https://www.scmp.com//310/3-hong-kong-hi-tech-firms-rapid... COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/.../Response-to-COVID-19.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus #SCMP South China Morning Post Hong Kong Science Park Cyberport

Save the date: Nov 2 to 6, 2020 The Hong Kong Legal Week 2020 (https://www.legalweek.hk/) will be held virtually. The Hong Kong Legal Hub, which comprises the offices of the Department of Justice housed in the historical building of the former Central Government Offices and the Former French Mission Building which is a declared monument, will officially open its door during the Hong Kong Legal Week 2020. We appreciate all of your support!... Register for the webinars at https://www.legalweek.hk/ now!

Save the date: Oct 31 to Nov 8, 2020 HKETO is sponsoring the following HK film in the upcoming Vancouver Asian Film Festival (VAFF) : Beyond the Dream by Kiwi Chow https://festival.vaff.org/2020/movies/beyond-the-dream/... Get your tickets and passes NOW: https://festival.vaff.org/2020/ #VAFF #DiversityInFilm #Asianrepresentation

Hong Kong comes alive by sharing its rich traditions. Discover more about Cantonese opera at bit.ly/350i3ix.

Save the date: December 9 (Wed) 1pm-2pm (EST)/10am-11am (PST) Don't miss this webinar for insights, success stories and advice on how you can leverage the Hong Kong platform to capitalise on the business and investment opportunities in the Greater Bay Area and Mainland China and how you can join the upcoming virtual Asian Financial Forum 2021 in Hong Kong. Register here: https://form.hktdc.com//Registration/RegistrationForm.aspx... #HKCBAToronto HKTDC

Hong Kong has sufficient financial buffers to withstand the economic fallout from COVID-19 and last year’s social unrest, says Standard & Poor’s. In its latest report, S&P Global Ratings affirmed its AA+ long-term and A-1+ short-term issuer credit ratings on Hong Kong. Keeping its outlook at "stable", the agency said it expects the autonomy of Hong Kong’s financial system to be maintained under the one country, two systems principle. Click to know more https://www.standarda...ndpoors.com/.../ratings/press-releases #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #financialCentre #StandardandPoor #Rating #CEDB

The annual Wine & Dine Festival is going live this year for the first time ever! From 11 November to 15 December, events will be both online at home and offline... throughout the city. Enjoy live-streamed expert-led masterclasses and have tantalising tastes and delicious drinks delivered right to your door. Savour exquisite dine-in experiences at hundreds of restaurants throughout the city. Cheers to Hong Kong’s Wine & Dine Festival! https://bit.ly/3jivpub See more

NATGEO EXPLORES SAI KUNG'S PERFECT BALANCE Find out why Jonathan Cybulski finds Sai Kung the perfect balance of history, culture and nature and a good place to get away and dive into all three. Jonathan is a marine biologist with an interest in conserving coral ecosystem. Content by National Geographic... #HongKong #BrandHongKong #Asiasworldcity #diversehk #greenhk #DiscoverHongKong #NatGeo National Geographic TravelDiscover Hong Kong

NATGEO EXPLORER FINDS KEYS TO CO-EXIST WITH NATURE Follow Astrid Andersson who leads the way to find the abundant species of birds, butterflies and bees in Hong Kong that shall answer the question how human beings could co-exist with nature. She is a wildlife conservationist based in Hong Kong. Content by National Geographic... #HongKong #BrandHongKong #Asiasworldcity #diversehk #greenhk #DiscoverHongKong #NatGeo National Geographic TravelDiscover Hong Kong

Don’t miss this webinar on 3 November (Tues) at 12noon EDT)/9am PDT if you are interested in the Hong Kong-Canada Business Association delegation to the virtual Hong Kong Forum in December. Register now: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-SudYhiOTLSDwdWj03KzmA

Save the date Join us on Oct 8 for a webinar if you want to know more about the cleantech market in Hong Kong and nearby regions as well as opportunities for cleantech companies to expand to Asia. The webinar will provide details of the Canadian Virtual Cleantech Mission and the various benefits for companies to showcase their latest solutions and projects at the Canadian Pavilion on the Eco Expo Asia Online Platform (Nov16-27). Register here by 10pm ET Oct 7: https://bit.ly/30kOPrM

Belgium is the latest country to be added to Hong Kong's list of COVID-19 high-risk areas effective Nov 3, increasing the total number of specified places to 14. Hong Kong-bound travellers from these countries are subject to additional measures, including providing a negative COVID-19 test result and confirmation of a hotel booking for their compulsory 14-day quarantine period. The 13 countries already on the list are Bangladesh, Ethiopia, France, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan..., Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Russia, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States. https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202010/27/P2020102700505.htm COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk//Hon/Response-to-COVID-19.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

The making of traditional Chinese mooncakes, a typical pastry eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival (which coincides with National Day on Oct 1 this year), has been listed as an intangible cultural heritage of Hong Kong. A photo exhibition, co-presented with National Geographic and the Awards for Young People, celebrates other cultural gems of Hong Kong. It's on at the Maritime Museum through Oct 11. Admission is free. I SEE HK Exhibition (11/9-11/10): www.hkmaritimemuseum.org... #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #ICH #culture #heritage #NationalGeographic #iseehk The Hong Kong Award for Young People (HKUSU) National Geographic

Join this webinar tomorrow (Oct 28 at 1 pm EDT/ 10 am PDT) to learn about the one-stop sourcing and networking opportunity for your businesses at the Autumn Sourcing Week Online hosted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council. Register now: https://t.co/gtgGMQKdfb?amp=1 HKTDC

‘Moon Chaser’ is the second in the series of music videos featuring Chinese festivals released by the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra. This vibrant piece is an amaz...ing visual display of the versatility of Chinese plucked-string instruments through the macro lens. To see the lively performance, please visit https://bit.ly/3kUvzcA. See more

Hong Kong has risen one place to 5th in the latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI) announced today (Sep 25). It is the only financial hub in Asia to be named in the top 5 for each of the categories - Business Environment, Human Capital, Infrastructure, Financial Sector Development, and Reputational & General. Hong Kong also improved to No.6 globally in the GFCI's ranking for fostering the fintech industry. Read more: https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202009/25/P20200925...00645.htm https://www.longfinance.net//global-financial-centres-in/ #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #excellencehk #GFC

Recruiting Over 240 Civil Servant Positions for the Government of the HKSAR The Government of the HKSAR is recruiting candidates for multiple civil servant positions, including Administrative Officers (45), Executive Officer II (180), Assistant Trade Officer II (4) and Transport Officer II (15) in the year 2020/21. These positions provide diversified learning and training opportunities as well as invaluable work exposures. Candidates who are flexible, adaptive, willing to tak...e on new challenges, and share the same vision to serve the Hong Kong community are welcome to apply. If you are interested, please visit the Civil Service Bureau's website for details of entry requirements and online application procedures: https://www.csb.gov.hk/english/grade/ao/447.html Application Deadline: 9 October 2020 (Friday) at 5:00 p.m. Hong Kong Time #AO #EOII #ATOII #TOII #HKSARG #CSB #hiring

The first virtual Hong Kong FinTech Week 2020 (Nov 2-6) will explore ways to reboot growth and financially empower society and business post-COVID-19. Here are 5 reasons why you should book your place: - 5 live broadcasting channels; 100+ hours of inspiring content from 350+ speakers across the world - Speakers include Gang Yi, Governor of the People’s Bank of China; Jim Rogers, investment expert and author; and Ray Kurzweil, world leading investor and futurist - Event high...lights and keynote sessions streamed to audiences in Mainland China - 25,000 participants from over 70 economies, 500 exhibitors, 30 delegations - A virtual expo which features an array of FinTech solutions from all over the world Get Your Digital Pass: www.fintechweek.hk/tickets #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #Innovativehk #FinTech #InvestHK FINNOVASIA Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau

Hong Kong will place the United Kingdom on its designated high-risk travel origin list, in response to rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in the UK, with effect from Oct 1. That means travellers from the UK will then be subject to extra travel restrictions. If you board an aircraft from or have visited any of the specified places during the previous 14 days before arriving in HK, you must carry a negative COVID-19 test certificate issued by a recognised institution. You mus...t also have a confirmed room reservation at a hotel in Hong Kong for at least the duration of your 14-day quarantine period on arrival in the city. The same requirement has already applied to travellers from the other 10 countries on the list. Https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202009/24/P2020092400560.htm COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

Find out how science and business innovation are helping to overcome the pandemic. Prof. Benjamin Cowling from the University of Hong Kong tells CNBC about Hong Kong's three-pronged approach to tackling COVID-19, while Henry Ko, Managing Director of freight forwarding company Flexport, explains how digital technology has helped his business adapt to the new normal, shipping some US$5 billion worth of goods to over 100 countries over the past five months. #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #CNBC #HongKongFactor

Hong Kong has approximately 50 picturesque and uninhabited islands. The impressive geological scenery and landforms are uniquely stunning. https://bit.ly/3ciTjnz

VIRTUAL TOUR OF FIRST HK @WRLDCTY While cities of the future are driven by the "3Ts" of Technology, Talent and Trade, it's often the unique culture, lifestyle and history of a place that sets it apart. Join the inaugural WRLDCTY Festival (Oct 22-24) and visit our Virtual Booth for a one-stop tour of Hong Kong's holistic participation at the world's largest virtual cities event. Register to view: https://www.wrldcty.com/about/#tickets. See you then and there. Hong Kong program...mes: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk//Hong-Kong-at-WRLDCTY-Festival. #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #cosmopolitanhk #WRLDCTY #WorldCities Best Cities

Find out how Hong Kong’s sophisticated digital ecosystem has enabled the city to continue to function amid adversity. Underpinned by skilled talent, agile enterprises, digitalising supply chains and government support, Hong Kong is providing a blueprint for other places to adopt and thrive in the new normal. https://www.cnbc.com//a-new-normal-resilience-of-a-digit/ #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #CNBC #digitaleconomy #smartcity CNBC

TREASURES OF A CITY WHERE EAST MEETS WEST Hong Kong is known for being an ultra-fast-paced city. But there’s also plenty of time to relax and experience the many joys of living in a vibrant east-west ecosystem that treasures arts, culture and nature in equal measure. Join WRLDCTY now to find out what’s happening at the world’s largest cultural project or discover new ways to rejuvenate both body and mind Hong Kong-style! Hong Kong programmes: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/....../Hong-Kong-at-WRLDCTY... Reserve your free spot now: https://www.wrldcty.com/ #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #cosmopolitanhk #WRLDCTY #WorldCities #outdoors #arts #culture Best Cities West Kowloon Cultural District ART Power HK Red Doors Studio Hong Kong Dance Company Hong Kong Ballet

Save the date: 27 October (Tues) at 8:00PM-9:00PM (EDT)/ 5:00PM-6:00PM (PDT) Don’t miss this information session to explore investment opportunities in the Greater Bay Area (GBA)! During the session, Mr. Todd Handcock, Chairman of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, and Mr. Stephen Phillips, Director-General of InvestHK, will provide an overview of the GBA and address some of the unique opportunities that the GBA has to offer, especially opportunities that Hong Ko...ng can assist foreign investors in optimizing their investments. Register now: https://www.cancham.org/event/?eid=1869 #hongkong #InvestHK #CanChamhongkong

The Blue House, perched in the bustling Wan Chai district, is a testament to the bygone years when everything around is changing. The four-storey tenement building, with shops on the ground floor and apartments above, was built in the 1920s. It got its blue façade in the 1990s, with leftover paint from the Water Supplies Department. Revitalised in 2017, the Blue House has become a living heritage with arts and cultural activities to inform the rich character of the district. ...https://vivabluehouse.hk/en/ We Viva Blue House HK House of Stories #HongKong #BrandHongKong #Asiasworldcity #FromHeritagetoCommunity #LivingtheHistory #BlueHouse

Little Meerkats' Growth Diary Part 2. Time flies! The cute meerkat pups at Ocean Park Hong Kong have just turned 6 months old! See how they've grown and learn more about the special characteristics of these adorable creatures. You can also visit them soon ... ... Ocean Park re-opens from tomorrow (Sep 18), BOOK YOUR TICKET SOON! https://www.oceanpark.com.hk/ #Hongkong #Brandhongkong #Asiasworldcity #Meerkats #OceanPark

HELLO HONG KONG: FOODIES DELIGHT Oodles of noodles, dim-sum to die for, tea with everything! Here’s an appetiser of the many tastes (and deals) you can enjoy in this gourmet’s paradise when you're ready to travel to Hong Kong. https://www.holidayhk.com/itineraries/en/gastro-fantasies/... #Hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #HKTB #qualityliving #FoodieHK #Dimsum #gourmet Discover Hong Kong

HK - GEARING UP FOR THE 1ST WRLDCTY FEST Are you ready for the first WRLDCTY Virtual Festival (Oct 22-24)? Here's a sneak preview of the exciting programmes that Hong Kong has got in place. Book your spot and watch anytime, anywhere. Hong Kong programmes: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/.../Hong-Kong-at-WRLDCTY...... Reserve your free spot now: https://www.wrldcty.com/ #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #cosmopolitanhk #WRLDCTY #WorldCities Best Cities Hong Kong Science Park Cyberport MTR West Kowloon Cultural District Hong Kong Ballet Group Discover Hong Kong ART Power HK Hong Kong Art Gallery Association Duddell's Hong Kong Museum of Art KPMG China

SAVE THE DATE The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong will host "The Future of Trade Post-COVID" webinar. DATE: Sept 23 (Wed) at 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm (PDT) / 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm (EDT). The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR Government Mr Edward Yau and the CanCham Chairman Mr Todd Handock will discuss the new challenges on trade and how can Canada play a role and work together with Hong Kong to support free trade for sustainable economic g...rowth. The webinar is open to non-CanCham members for FREE. Registration link: https://www.cancham.org/event/?eid=1859

From dusk to dawn- The magical vistas of HK Let’s enjoy some scenic photos taken from different vantage points in Hong Kong. On your next journey to the city, why not experience our city in a different light? As the light changes over Hong Kong from dusk to dawn, it suffuses the city in a sensual palette of changing colours, offering glorious vistas. #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #skyline