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The Standard
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Standard
InvestHK seminar unites 200 fintech leaders, a catalyst for global investment opportunities
The Invest Hong Kong seminar - Meeting Our Leading VCs in Hong Kong - concluded today (July 10), gathering over 200 fintech enterprise founders, venture capital leaders and industry experts to help inject new vitality into the future prosperity of Hong Kong's fintech ecosystem. Picture provided by GovHK
RTHK
13-07-2025
- Business
- RTHK
InvestHK again flags SAR as stable business location
InvestHK again flags SAR as stable business location Invest Hong Kong director-general Alpha Lau was speaking after a Commercial Radio programme. Photo: RTHK Current geopolitical tensions may bring more opportunities to Hong Kong as companies require a stable business environment, Invest Hong Kong director-general Alpha Lau has reiterated. Speaking after a Commercial Radio programme on Sunday, Lau said the number of foreign companies moving to Hong Kong had been on the rise in recent years and that tariffs were now also a factor. 'The companies told me that, although in the short term these uncertainties are not very good for doing business, they are looking for a platform where the whole region is growing,' she said. This month Invest Hong Kong announced that it had helped over 1,300 overseas and mainland companies expand their business here, bringing foreign direct investment of more than HK$160 billion and exceeding the performance indicators set out in the 2022 Policy Address.
The Sun
17-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
InvestHK concludes fruitful Canada visit to deepen economic and business ties
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 June 2025 - Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion at Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) Mr Charles Ng today (June 14) concluded his visit to Canada, deepening economic and business ties with Canadian investors and enterprises. During his visit June 8 to 14 to Waterloo, Toronto, and Montreal, Mr Ng met with investors, family offices, start-ups, academia, and business leaders, emphasising Hong Kong's role as a global financial hub and gateway to Mainland China and international markets. He hosted roundtables highlighting Hong Kong's strengths in wealth management and cross-border investments and discussed how Canadian enterprises can leverage Hong Kong for global expansion. He toured innovation labs and facilities at universities and discussed Asian expansion plans with Canadian founders. The meetings connected researchers and ecosystem builders across life sciences, medtech, cleantech, AI, and more. During his visit to Canada on June 11, Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion at Invest Hong Kong Mr Charles Ng hosted a seminar to promote business opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area through Hong Kong, and the upcoming Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025. The event attracted over 100 people. Mr Ng also highlighted the upcoming Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025, inviting Canadian investors and entrepreneurs to visit Hong Kong from November 3 to 7 and explore Asia's dynamic markets. The event offers unparalleled access to industry leaders, cutting-edge fintech trends, and high-growth opportunities for positioning companies at the forefront of innovation. Mr Ng said, 'The visit was highly fruitful, underscoring the strong economic relationship and vibrant investment exchanges between Hong Kong and Canada. It highlighted Hong Kong's distinctive role as a 'super connector' linking global markets, offering Canadian businesses valuable pathways for expansion into Asia. This engagement not only reinforced ties between the two markets but also unlocked exciting collaborative opportunities.' Participants at the events expressed keen interest in Hong Kong's business environment and connectivity. Investor Relations Officer, Velocity Incubator, University of Waterloo, Mr Andrew Martinko, said, 'We learned from Invest Hong Kong about their strong commitment to driving tech innovation through action. They presented a dynamic and expanding start-up ecosystem, clearly focused on welcoming talented Canadian founders and connecting them with high-potential Asian markets and diverse funding opportunities, all within close geographic reach.' Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of XSIM AI Canada Inc, Ms Shan Tao, said 'Participating in the StartmeUpHK Festival was a pivotal moment for XSIM AI Canada Inc. The support and insights from InvestHK and the Hong Kong-Canada Business Association helped us uncover the unique opportunities within Hong Kong's ecosystem. It ultimately led to a conditional offer from the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation's Soft Landing Programme, and the establishment of our business there. Hong Kong is where our vision for practical, scalable, purpose-driven industrial AI found both strategic alignment and real momentum - advancing economic value and environmental impact.' Partner at DS Avocats and Honorary Secretary of the Federation of Hong Kong Business Associations Worldwide, Ms Cindy Ho, facilitated high-level connections during the trip and shared her insights. She said, 'Canada and Hong Kong share a robust and time-tested business relationship, driving trade, investment, and innovation. With Hong Kong serving as a vital hub for Canadian businesses expanding into Asia, and Canadian expertise fuelling innovation in Hong Kong, this dynamic exchange is unlocking new opportunities and reinforcing bilateral trade and investment in the global economy. As a legal professional working closely with international businesses, I have seen firsthand how Canada and Hong Kong businesses can benefit namely through the Hong Kong-Canada Income Tax Agreement. Together, we are building a future of shared prosperity and ambition, backed by strong trade and investment agreements and a long-term commitment to sustainable growth.'
The Sun
11-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
InvestHK to deepen economic ties with Canadian investors and businesses
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 11 June 2025 - Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion at Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) Mr Charles Ng will commence his duty visit to Canada from June 8 to 14 to deepen economic ties with Canadian investors and businesses. 'Hong Kong and Canada have long shared a strong and mutually beneficial investment relationship. In 2023, Canada ranked eighth among the major sources of inward direct investment into Hong Kong, contributing over US$34 billion. At the same time, Hong Kong made outward direct investment of around US$10 billion to Canada, reflecting the deep economic ties and two-way confidence between our markets,' Mr Ng said. 'Hong Kong will continue to play its unique role as both a 'super connector' and a value creator, bridging traditional and emerging markets and unlocking new opportunities for Canadian businesses.' During his visit to Waterloo, Toronto and Montreal, Mr Ng will meet with investors, family offices, multinationals, Canadian start-ups, academia and business leaders to explore new opportunities for collaboration and showcase Hong Kong's unique advantages as a launchpad for Asian expansion. Key discussions will focus on leveraging the city's strategic gateway position to Mainland China and its business-friendly environment for scaling operations. Mr Ng will host exclusive roundtables for entrepreneurs and Canada-Hong Kong ecosystem partners to highlight Hong Kong's strengths in wealth management and cross-border investment solutions. He will also participate in networking events to promote Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025, inviting Canadian investors and entrepreneurs to visit Hong Kong November 3 to 7, engage with Asia's dynamic markets, and experience the opportunities Hong Kong offers firsthand. Hong Kong and Canada have established longstanding and strong ties across trade, investment, tourism, and cultural exchanges. This relationship was further strengthened by the Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement, which came into effect in September 2016, providing Canadian and Hong Kong investors with a transparent and secure environment to foster cross-border investment. In 2023, Canada ranked as Hong Kong's ninth largest services trading partner, with bilateral trade growing at an average annual rate of 2.2 per cent from 2019 to 2023.
Malay Mail
02-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
HKSTP Brings Talent and Enterprise Recruitment Drive to Beijing
Showcasing Hong Kong's Innovation and Technology Opportunities at Tsinghua and Peking University On May 20, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), in partnership with the Hong Kong Alumni Association of Beijing Universities, hosted the 'Seminar on Hong Kong's Science and Technology Innovation Ecosystem Empowers Mainland Enterprise to Scale globally' in Beijing. The event was supported by the Hong Kong SAR Government's Beijing Office and Invest Hong Kong, and showcased Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem while encouraging Mainland enterprises to expand into the city. Pictured (from left to right): Derek Chim, Head of Startup Ecosystem and Development, HKSTP; Fanny Wong, Chief Talent Officer, HKSTP; Albert Wong, CEO, HKSTP; Li Ran, President, Hong Kong Alumni Association of Beijing Universities; Eunice Chan, Assistant Director, Hong Kong SAR Government's Beijing Office; Jacky Wong, Principal Immigration Officer, Hong Kong SAR Government's Beijing Office; Li Mingru, Deputy Head of Business and Talent Attraction / Investment Promotion, Invest Hong Kong. HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 2 June 2025 - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) is actively expanding efforts to attract talent and enterprises to Hong Kong's innovation and technology (I&T) sector. From 18 to 20 May, HKSTP led a delegation to Beijing, engaging with local I&T companies, industry associations, and leaders from top universities to strengthen connections between the innovation ecosystems of Beijing and Hong Kong. During the visit, HKSTP also hosted several engagement sessions to introduce Hong Kong's I&T landscape to students and enterprises, aiming to inspire future entrepreneurs and professionals to consider Hong Kong for their careers and by the CEO of HKSTP Albert Wong, the delegation included Chief Talent Officer Fanny Wong and Head of Startup Ecosystem and Development Derek Chim. They visited Peking University and Tsinghua University, two of China's top universities, and met with college leaders and the Tsinghua Entrepreneur Network to explore collaboration in talent development, startup cultivation, and innovation resource expansion. In addition, HKSTP hosted on-campus sharing sessions at both universities, connecting with nearly 200 top students, sharing insights on Hong Kong's startup ecosystem, internship and career opportunities, and encouraging them to pursue entrepreneurial paths or professional development in the city to contribute to the national I&T Hong Kong's unique advantage of enjoying strong support from the Motherland and being closely connected to the world. He also noted, "Where there's talent, businesses will follow."added, "HKSTP is committed to attracting and nurturing I&T talent while building a diverse and thriving innovation ecosystem, and promoting Hong Kong as an international hub for high-calibre talents. She said, "Hong Kong plays the dual role of a 'super-connector' and 'super value-adder,' bridging global I&T resources. With world-class Research & Development (R&D) facilities and international collaboration platforms, HKSTP offers a powerful launchpad for young professionals and entrepreneurs looking to go global. Coming to Hong Kong for internships, employment or starting a business will be an important step for you to enter the international stage. Join Hong Kong's innovation and technology ecosystem and empower Hong Kong's economy and high-tech talents."HKSTP continues to maintain close ties with the Government, industry, academia, and research institutions, and co-hosted the "Seminar on Hong Kong's Science and Technology Innovation Ecosystem Empowers Mainland Enterprise to Scale globally" in Beijing, in partnership with the Hong Kong Alumni Association of Beijing Universities. Supported by theandthe forum spotlighted Hong Kong's dynamic I&T ecosystem and encouraged Mainland enterprises to establish a presence in the event featured keynote speeches by distinguish guests, sharing Hong Kong's development outlook and generating strong interest from the local business community. Nearlyattended, exploring potential collaboration and investment opportunities in Hong his opening remarks, Mr. Wong highlighted Hong Kong's role in connecting the Mainland industries with the global markets and is also a critical springboard for Mainland enterprises expanding into Asia, deepening their presence along the Belt and Road Initiative, and expanding into emerging countries. He said, "The Science Park Shenzhen Branch in Futian plays the role to attract external investment and serve enterprises in going global, providing scientific research and collaboration space for innovative technology enterprises and talents, and strengthening the interaction of the global ecosystem."Mr. Wong also introduced HKSTP's vibrant I&T ecosystem, home to over 2,300 tech companies from 25 countries and regions, and more than 15,000 R&D professionals. He invited entrepreneurs and innovators to bring their ideas to Hong Kong, whether they are looking to expand internationally or set up locally and become part of HKSTP's dynamic also runs a suite of talent attraction and development initiatives, including the Global Internship Programme, which offers positions in biotech, AI & data, fintech, advanced manufacturing, and more. The programme received over 1,000 applications last year, selecting 30+ outstanding international students, and has seen applications triple to nearly 3,000 this year. Additionally, the Talent Foundry initiative partners with local universities to support students in career planning and professional development, helping bridge the gap between academic skills and industry needs, while expanding the local talent pool for the innovation #HKSTP The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 to create a thriving I&T ecosystem grooming 13 unicorns, more than 15,000 research professionals and over 2,300 technology companies from 25 countries and regions focused on developing healthtech, AI and robotics, fintech and smart city technologies, etc. Our growing innovation ecosystem offers comprehensive support to attract and nurture talent, accelerate and commercialise innovation for technology ventures, with the I&T journey built around our key locations of Hong Kong Science Park in Pak Shek Kok, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong and three modern InnoParks in Tai Po, Tseung Kwan O and Yuen Long realising a vision of new industrialisation for Hong Kong, where sectors including advanced manufacturing, micro-electronics and biotechnology are being reimagined. Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch in Futian, Shenzhen plays positive roles in connecting the world and the mainland with our proximity, strengthening cross-border exchange to bring advantages in attracting global talent and allowing possibilities for the development of technology companies in seven key areas: Medtech, big data and AI, robotics, new materials, microelectronics, fintech and sustainability, with both dry and wet laboratories, co-working space, conference and exhibition facilities, and more. Through our R&D infrastructure, startup support and enterprise services, commercialisation and investment expertise, partnership networks and talent traction, HKSTP continues to contribute in establishing I&T as a pillar of growth for Hong Kong. More information about HKSTP is available at
