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< Back An interview for TVB Pearl Magazine with European Chamber of Commerce chairman Inaki Amate about Hong Kong and its place as an international hub. TVB Pearl 9 Oct 2023 An interview with European Chamber of Commerce chairman Inaki Amate about Hong Kong and its place as an international hub. He talks about the importance of keeping a diverse population, maintaining a standard of English and how the city needs to keep up with it's neighbors in the Greater Bay Area. View Source Previous Next

< Back EU threatens to block exports over AstraZeneca delivery delays Euronews 1 Feb 2021 Brussels threatened on Monday to block exports of COVID-19 vaccines outside of the bloc over AstraZeneca’s announcement that deliveries will be reduced for a few weeks The pharmaceutical giant told the European Commission on Friday there would be delivery delays in the first quarter of this year — a week after Pfizer made a similar announcement. The EU Steering Board — made up of health officials from the Commission and member states — held a virtual meeting with AstraZeneca on Monday afternoon to discuss the issue but “the answers of the company have not been satisfactory so far,” Health Commissioner Stella Kyriakides said in a statement. Read the article here . Previous Next

15 September, 2022, 4-5:30 PM Finance and Taxation Benefits in the GBA From a European investment perspective During this webinar we will share the latest tax situation and recent emerging trends in GBA and our speakers will explore the "one country, two systems, and three tax jurisdictions" hence the difference in taxation framework between China-Mainland, HKSAR, and MCSAR. We will also give time to discuss the Foreign Investment operations in GBA, a focus on financial institutions and the IIT subsidy. Moreover, we will see how Hong Kong’s simple and transparent tax regime can serve foreign firms and how it offers unique connectivity with mainland China for capital, regulation, standards, data, and more. ​ Back to main page Event Description After more than three years of releasing of Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, the Guangdong Provincial Local Financial Supervision Bureau and relevant departments have actively introduced detailed implementation measures to promote the continuous deepening of financial cooperation between Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao. New breakthroughs have been made in financial reform and innovation in the three Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao cooperation platforms of Hengqin, Qianhai and Nansha, and the three major financial infrastructure of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, Hong Kong Stock Exchange and Guangzhou Futures Exchange have been improved. ​ Known as a financial hub, Hong Kong represents a gateway for international investors seeking to enter the Chinese market. Companies in Hong Kong have been at the centre of innovation in terms of fintech, and the growing green finance. With efforts made by institutions such as Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), People's Bank of China (PBoC) and the Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM), new schemes like the Cross-boundary Wealth Management Connect Pilot Scheme (WMP) are being tested and implemented. ​ During this webinar co-organized by EU Chamber in China and EU Chamber in Hong Kong, we will share the latest tax situation and recent emerging trends in GBA and our speakers will explore the "one country, two systems, and three tax jurisdictions" hence the difference in taxation framework between China-Mainland, HKSAR, and MCSAR. We will also give time to discuss the Foreign Investment operations in GBA, a focus on financial institutions and the IIT subsidy. Moreover, we will see how Hong Kong’s simple and transparent tax regime can serve foreign firms and how it offers unique connectivity with mainland China for capital, regulation, standards, data, and more. Event Details Where: Online Format: 1 hour presentation, 30 min Q&A Tickets Members: HKD160 Non-Members: HKD250 Register Here Speakers Iñaki Amate Vice -Chair of European Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong, Partner at EY View More Aaron Finley EuroCham South China Finance & Taxation Working Group Chair, Director for Deloitte (China) Central Business Development View More Dr. Au King-lun, MH Executive Director of the Financial Services Development Council View More Clara Tsui Partner, Tax & China Business Advisory Services at PwC View More Fabian Blake Vice Chair of European Chamber South China Chapter and Managing Director of AMS Group View More Alminas Žaldokas Associate Professor of Finance at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) View More Agenda 16:00-16:05 Opening and Welcome Remarks Mr. Inaki Amate, Vice Chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, Partner at EY Mr. Fabian Blake, Vice Chair of European Chamber South China Chapter and Managing Director of AMS Group (Opening Remark) ​ 16:05-17:00 Speakers' Presentations Mr. King Au, the Executive Director of the Financial Services Development Council Mr. Aaron Finley, EuroCham South China Finance & Taxation Working Group Chair, Deloitte (China) Ms. Clara Tsui, Partner, Tax & China Business Advisory Services at PwC ​ 15:45-16:00 Online Q&A Moderated by Mr. Alminas Zaldokas, Associate Professor of Finance, HKUST . Register Here

< Back 19 August 2021 An Open Letter to the HKSAR Government: COVID-19 Regulations In light of recent developments in the COVID-19 situation in Hong Kong, the Government has made sudden changes to quarantine requirements for residents flying into Hong Kong. As The European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, we felt it is our obligation to express our opinions in an open letter to the Hong Kong Government. Please find the enclosed letter that was sent to the Chief Executive, the Secretary for Food and Health, the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, and the Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Government to express the international community’s concerns towards sudden changes on quarantine regulations for several European countries and beyond. Click on the image below to view the full letter. Previous Next

< Back Government eases restrictions as infections fall RTHK 31 Mar 2021 Officials on Monday announced plans to re-open public beaches, swimming pools and playgrounds before the Easter holiday, as they also revealed that restrictions on people returning from the UK will be lifted and mandatory quarantine arrangements will be relaxed for people from “low-risk” countries. Secretary for Health Sophia Chan stressed that allowing the re-opening of pools and beaches, and easing capacity restrictions at cinemas and theme parks from Thursday will not be a “relaxation” – which medical experts have warned about despite a declining number of new Covid infections in recent days – but rather an “adjustment”. Read the full article here . Previous Next

< Back EU and Hong Kong: The Green Way 19 Sept 2021 Centricity, 2/F, Chater House Central Previous Next

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< Back EuroCham's Meeting with the Financial Secretary's Office 5 May 2021 Government Office ​ Once again, members representing EuroCham’s HK Board, Business Councils and Team met on Wednesday 5th May with the Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan , Head of Budget and Tax Policy Unit, Ms Jessie Wong , and Press Secretary, Ms Belinda Wong . Participants engaged in a discussion on the 2021/22 HK Budget, and general matters concerning the business community in Hong Kong with a focus on wine & spirits , intellectual property rights , automotive , sustainability , sourcing & trading sectors. The smoothness of the COVID-19 vaccination programme implemented by the Government was appreciated by EuroCham, highlighting in parallel the need to put in place measures that motivate citizens to get vaccinated on the way to herd immunity. EuroCham also voiced out their concerns on the yet very strict quarantine measures, which are in turn affecting the overall Hong Kong economy. Representatives: European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong: Chairman, Frederik Gollob Vice-Chairman, Davide De Rosa Board Secretary, Jan William Möller Manager, Núria Sau Wine & Spirits Business Council: Chairman, James Paton Intellectual Property Rights Business Council: Chairman, Jessica Chan European Automotive Council: Chairman, Lothar Korn EuroCham Council for Sustainable Development: Chairman, Alexander Mastrovito European Sourcing and Trading Business Council Representative, Bhaskar Sambamurthy Previous Next

< Back ASIFMA 2021 Training Series: Asia Financial Markets Explained 28 January 2021 Online The training program is comprised of a series of monthly interactive educational training sessions on key emerging topics relevant to the financial industry in Asia EuroCham is partnering with ASIFMA for a series of training seminars: specifically designed for rising markets professionals in Asia, the training program is comprised of a series of monthly interactive educational training sessions on key emerging topics relevant to the financial industry in Asia, delivered by expert trainers drawn from our extensive global and regional network. Each virtual one-hour training session will provide a concise introduction to the topic in a dynamic format. Please visit their website for more information. EuroCham Members are entitled to a discounted fee for the all 12 sessions, please reach out to Emma at marketing@eurocham.com.hk for more details. Previous Next

< Back Hong Kong Schools Devote a Day to China’s National Security Bloomberg 15 Apr 2021 Hong Kong marked its first National Security Education Day since last year’s imposition of sweeping national security legislation by Beijing, as the government ramps up efforts to overhaul the school system and instil patriotism in the city’s populace following the protests of 2019. Schools across the city were mandated to hold events including singing the Chinese national anthem and raising flags. In addition, giant billboards promoting the event have been plastered across the city, while the police held an open day where they displayed professional drills, anti-terrorism exercises and displayed armoured vehicles. Read the full article here . Previous Next

< Back The Chief Executive of Hong Kong delivers Policy Address 2022 Forbes 19 Oct 2022 The Chief Executive, John Lee Ka-Chiu, addressed the future of Hong Kong after strict covid restrictions in the annual Policy Address. On Wednesday, October 19th 2022, the Hong Kong leader held his inaugural policy address before the Legislative Council and disclosed the government's plans on national security, governance, investment in talent, housing and infrastructure. Here are some of the Hong Kong #policyaddress2022 highlights: Full and faithful implementation of "One Country Two Systems" - Safeguard the constitutional order of the HKSAR Enhance governance systems - Improve governance systems on various fronts, including the decision-making structure, institutional objectives, leadership roles, distribution of powers and responsibilities - Set up Chief Executive’s Policy Unit to enhance research capabilities for long-term and strategic issues Attract enterprises, investment and talent - Establish the HK$30 billion Co-Investment Fund to attract enterprises to Hong Kong and invest in their business - Set up Talents Service Unit to enhance recruitment and support for talents from outside Hong Kong - Launch Top Talent Pass Scheme to widely entice top-notch talents to Hong Kong Create impetus for growth - Attract not less than 100 high-potential I&T enterprises to set up operations in next five years - $10 billion Scheme to support commercialisation of R&D outcomes by research teams - Launch a new $1.4 billion scheme to support the convention and exhibition industry - Invest over HK$100 billion (US$12.8 billion) annually on capital works over next few years Housing and land - Introduce Light Public Housing with target to build 30 000 such units in next five years - Overall public housing production to increase by 50% to 158 000 units in next five years Healthy and vibrant city - Revamp healthcare system to focus on prevention and early treatment; set up the Primary Healthcare Authority - Develop a “Round-the-Island Trail” of about 60km on Hong Kong Island - New Mega Arts and Cultural Events Fund to support international arts and cultural events - Promote Hong Kong’s pop culture globally through film, TV and streaming platforms For more detailed information please refer to dedicated website: https://www.policyaddress.gov.hk/2022/en/highlight. Photo credit: Bloomberg Previous Next