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HKTDC welcomes Hong Kong SAR’s 2025-26 Budget

New Budget comprehensively supports SMEs
fostering sustained momentum for Hong Kong’s economic and trade development

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) welcomes the 2025-26 Budget announced this morning by the Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Paul Chan.

The Budget introduces a series of measures centred around technological innovation to empower industrial development and facilitate the continuous growth of SMEs and start-ups. The measures also help attract diverse sources of investment and promote mega events to comprehensively engage businesses, capital and talent. They also strive to accelerate development of the new quality productive forces to drive high-quality economic growth in Hong Kong.

HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam believes that the series of measures in the Budget, including the injection of funds into the Dedicated Fund on Branding, Upgrading and Domestic Sales (BUD Fund) and the SME Export Marketing Fund, offers concrete support to SMEs amid a challenging economic evnrionment. The Budget also proposes measure that help consolidate Hong Kong’s advantages around its “eight centres” positioning boosting future growth and prosperity.

Dr Lam added: “The Budget mentions initiatives to strengthen assistance for local SMEs to explore the mainland market and increase e-commerce sales. This year, the HKTDC will launch the ‘E-commerce Express’ in collaboration with major e-commerce platforms and industry experts. Through a series of thematic training seminars and one-on-one advisory services, this initiative aims to enhance Hong Kong businesses’ understanding of mainland e-commerce and online platforms, offering comprehensive support for SMEs intending to expand into the mainland e-commerce market. The upcoming second edition of the Hong Kong Shopping Festival in August serves as the flagship event of this initiative, offering Hong Kong businesses hands-on experience using e-commerce platforms to explore the mainland market and enhance the visibility of their products and brands. The HKTDC will work closely with the Trade and Industry Department to enhance mentorship schemes, empowering Hong Kong businesses to effectively leverage mainland e-commerce and online platforms to promote their products.”

The Budget also proposes various measures to promote innovation and technology development, with increasing exposure for local tech products being an important component. The HKTDC will launch a thematic pop-up display area to its Hong Kong Design Gallery, as well as at exhibition venues during major exhibitions, to showcase local high-quality and innovative technology products to local and overseas buyers and consumers.

The HKTDC will closely collaborate with local education and research institutions to provide more physical product showcases and sales platforms for Hong Kong technology enterprises and start-ups. These partnerships will help Hong Kong research companies build their product brand image, while raising the visibility of Hong Kong brands among local and international buyers.

In strengthening Hong Kong’s role as a superconnector and super value-adder, the Budget mentions that the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, in collaboration with the Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES) and the HKTDC, will host the inaugural Hong Kong Global Financial and Industry Summit this year. By leveraging Hong Kong’s financial strengths, the new Summit will further enhance international industrial cooperation to attract capital and businesses to Hong Kong. The HKTDC is also enhancing project connections and deal-making promotion at the Belt and Road Summit, focusing on green development and innovative technology, positioning Hong Kong as a commercial hub for Belt and Road.

The HKTDC will continue to closely cooperate with the HKSAR Government, actively promoting Hong Kong’s advantages to global markets, while attracting international financial and business leaders to explore global market opportunities through the Hong Kong platform.

The HKTDC will continue to enhance Hong Kong’s competitiveness and international connections. In the 2025-26 fiscal year, the HKTDC will focus on three main areas:

1.Reinforcing Hong Kong’s unique position as a resilient and connected global business hub, while strengthening its integration into national development as well as its role as a superconnector and super value-adder;

2.Fortifying Hong Kong’s competitiveness by embracing innovation and sustainable development to support the national new quality productive forces strategy, while seizing opportunities arising from global trends;

3.Building the next generation of connected and future-ready SMEs and start-ups, while fast-tracking SMEs’ digital transformation.

For more details, please refer to this press release.

Media enquiries
HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Agnes Wat Tel: (852) 2584 4554 Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org
Sam Ho Tel: (852) 2584 4569 Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org

To view press releases in Chinese, please visit http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc

About HKTDC
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on @hktdc and LinkedIn

Four HK designer labels shine at London Fashion Week

Fashion Hong Kong show paves the way for international expansion

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) proudly led four Hong Kong fashion labels to showcase their Autumn/Winter 2025 collections at the Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show during London Fashion Week. Supported by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London, the runway show was held in Shoreditch, a vibrant cultural and arts hub in East London, last night (20 February). The event attracted more than 380 UK and international buyers, media and fashion enthusiasts, giving Hong Kong’s dynamic fashion industry a further boost on the global stage.

A strong line-up of local fashion designers captivated the audience at this year’s highly anticipated Hong Kong fashion showcase. The event featured the creative talents of Angus Tsui (brand name: ANGUS TSUI), Bettie Jiang (brand name: Bettie Haute Couture), Rickyy Wong (brand name: RICKYYWONG) and Nathan Moy (brand name: Z I D I). The designers’ collections celebrated the unique diversity and creativity of Hong Kong’s fashion scene with a harmonious blend of sustainability, futurism, modern urban flair and cultural richness.

The Fashion Hong Kong show received overwhelming support from the local fashion industry, with Eyal Booker, a well-known model, Jonathan Vine, a highly regarded stylist and creative consultant, emerging model Yasmin Sweegers and buyers from Selfridges among those in attendance. The importance of the event was underscored by the presence of major fashion media outlets, with Wallpaper, Dazed Korea, Marie Claire, ELLE, Forbes and Numero all sending representatives to cover the occasion. The show facilitated a successful exchange between the Hong Kong and British fashion industries and helped to enhance global awareness of Hong Kong fashion brands.

Showroom creates business opportunities for Hong Kong fashion brands
For this year’s show, Fashion Hong Kong also launched creative crossover activities aimed at promoting the city’s fashion scene from multiple perspectives. Renowned Hong Kong neon artist Jive Lau (brand name: KowloNeon) crafted custom neon light installations that captured the essence of Hong Kong’s street culture at the showcase venue, offering international audiences a glimpse of the city’s unique intangible cultural heritage. The event also collaborated with Noiseless, a Hong Kong design team that has won multiple international design awards, to design a mobile guide for the show that promoted the city’s designer brands.

To further promote Hong Kong’s vibrant fashion scene and foster international business partnerships, the HKTDC has set up a showroom at The Pop Group in Shoreditch, London, that opens today and runs until 21 March. The showroom will provide a platform for Hong Kong fashion brands to engage with fashion media, professional buyers and stylists through arranged matchmaking meetings, creating opportunities for collaboration and partnership expansion.

Fashion Hong Kong Pop-up Salon debuts in Milan this March
Fashion Hong Kong has been actively promoting Hong Kong’s diverse designer brands on the global stage since 2015 with a footprint that includes fashion hubs such as New York, London, Paris, Copenhagen, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai. In 2024, Fashion Hong Kong made significant strides by hosting a pop-up store in Paris and conducting promotional activities covering the markets of Japan, Thailand and Mainland China, supporting the continuing expansion of Hong Kong’s fashion industry into mainland and overseas markets.

Following the showcase at London Fashion Week, the HKTDC will debut in Milan with the “Fashion Hong Kong Pop-up Salon” this March. The installation will feature an eye-catching selection of creations from 15 Hong Kong designer brands, covering fashion, accessories, footwear and lifestyle products. The pop-up will also feature the latest collections from the four Hong Kong fashion designer labels that stood out on the London Fashion Week stage. The Milan initiative aims to help designers enhance their brand recognition and seize new business opportunities in the important European market.

Photo download: https://bit.ly/3EGSDdL

Main event:
Fashion Hong Kong Professional Showroom
Date: 21 February (Friday) to 21 March 2025 (Friday)
Time: 10am-6pm (reservation required)
Venue: The POP Group, 63 Hanbury Street, Shoreditch, London

Websites
Fashion Hong Kong: www.fashionhongkong.com.hk
Fashion Hong Kong Instagram: @hktdcfashionhk

Media enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:

Stanley So	Tel: (852) 2584 4049	Email: stanley.hp.so@hktdc.org
Snowy Chan	Tel: (852) 2584 4525	Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.org

Explore Cutting-Edge Cybersecurity Solutions at Exito’s 25th Cyber Security Summit

South Africa has taken a big step to boost its national cybersecurity. It has adopted the National Cybersecurity Policy Framework (NCPF), which came out in December 2015. This framework gives a full plan for cybersecurity. It focuses on protecting Critical Information Infrastructure (NCII) that supports key areas like energy, banking, and telecommunications.

The NCPF aims to tackle cybersecurity issues and make the nation stronger against cyber threats. It does this by getting the government, private companies, and regular people to work together. The framework also has plans to fight cybercrime, help law enforcement do a better job, and teach people about cybersecurity through education programs. South Africa sees international teamwork as a crucial part of its online safety plan. It takes part in worldwide talks about cyber protection rules.

The NCPF aims to bring together the whole country to shield vital computer systems, lower the chance of online crimes, and give people and groups the know-how to protect their digital lives. With this plan, South Africa wants to be a top player in cyber safety in Africa. It hopes to create a safer online world for its people and companies.

Over View of the event:

The Cybersecurity Summit is a leading event that brings together top industry experts and decision-makers to tackle the evolving challenges of digital security. Taking place on 13th March 2025 at the Qurtuba Convention Centre, this summit focuses on the latest threats and cutting-edge defense strategies. It offers an in-depth exploration of how to strengthen organizational defenses and leverage emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, IoT, and cloud security. Over 200 C-level executives, directors, and heads of security will gather to share insights, discuss innovative solutions, and explore the future of cybersecurity. This event, running from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM, provides the knowledge and tools necessary to protect against tomorrow’s risks and safeguard valuable digital assets.

Who will Speak:

Simon Nare, CISO, AECI.
Sihle Mthiyane, CIO, NTP Radioisotopes SOC Ltd.
Kuseni Dlamini, Chairman, Aspen Pharmacare Holdings.
Kenneth Palliam, President, ISACA South Africa.
Galeboe Mogotsi, Chief Information Security Officer, University of Witwatersrand.

The event will cover topics like:

Setting the Stage for Cybersecurity in Africa.
The Cutting Edge: Integrating AI in Cybersecurity with Risk Awareness.
Building Resilience: Safeguarding the Backbone of National Infrastructure.
Zero Trust in Action: Transforming South Africa’s Cybersecurity Landscape.
Implementing AI Trust, Risk, and Security Management (TRiSM) in South Africa: Safeguarding the Future.

For more information on the 25th Edition Cyber Security Summit: Link

About Exito

Exito, which means success in Spanish, embodies our commitment to the success of our customers. Each year, we host over 240 virtual and in-person conferences globally, bringing together audiences with world-class thought leaders and C-level executives across industries. Our meticulously crafted agendas, based on extensive research and valuable industry insights, facilitate business, knowledge transfer, deal flow, and impactful messaging for brands.

For Media Enquiries, contact:
Kasturi Nayak (Sr.) Marketing Executive)
Kasturi.nayak@exito-e.com
Enquiry@exito-e.com

HKTDC strengthens local competitiveness and global connections

– Driving innovation, nurturing a new generation of SMEs
– reinforcing Hong Kong’s role as a resilient international business hub

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) today announced its work focus for the 2025/26 fiscal year, which aims to strengthen Hong Kong’s competitive advantages and intensify efforts to promote Hong Kong as a resilient international business hub. Embracing opportunities arising from global development trends, the HKTDC continues to create new opportunities for Hong Kong businesses.

HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam said: “Just two months into 2025, the HKTDC has already held a number of major events, such as the Asian Financial Forum (AFF) in January and three trade fairs, which attracted strong participation from attendees, buyers and exhibitors from around the world, a herald of a year of vibrant business activity.”

“Looking ahead, the HKTDC will strengthen Hong Kong’s role as a resilient and connected international business hub, intensify efforts to promote our city’s advantages to the global business community and promote further integration of Hong Kong into the national development framework, which highlighting Hong Kong’s unique role in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). Furthermore, we will drive innovation and sustainable development to enhance Hong Kong’s competitiveness, and nurture a new generation of SMEs and start-ups.”

In 2024, the HKTDC hosted over 40 large-scale exhibitions and conferences in Hong Kong, attracting buyers, exhibitors and attendees from over 190 countries and regions, further solidifying Hong Kong’s position as the premier hub for exhibitions and conferences in Asia. Particularly noteworthy was the increased participation from Mainland China and emerging markets, such as ASEAN and the Middle East, as well as the traditional markets of Europe and North America, with all showing robust growth compared to 2023.

In the 2025/26 fiscal year, the HKTDC will intensify efforts to actively promote Hong Kong’s advantages and opportunities to Mainland China and the global business community, further solidifying Hong Kong’s crucial role as a key global hub for two-way investment and trade.

HKTDC’s 2025/2026 major work focuses are:
1. Reinforce Hong Kong’s unique role as a resilient and connected business hub globally, and strengthen its integration into national development and role as superconnector and super value-adder
Strengthen Hong Kong’s integration into national development

– Stage targeted fundraising salons in Mainland China to entice mainland enterprises to list in Hong Kong;
– Organise the second edition of the Hong Kong Shopping Festival in August and launch the E-Commerce Express to help SMEs deepen their understanding of mainland e-commerce and online platforms through a series of specialised training seminars and one-on-one advisory services;
– Active participation in mainland fairs, including setting up Hong Kong Image Pavilions at key mainland expos to promote Hong Kong’s advantages; organising a Hong Kong Day networking event at the China International Import Expo targeting key buyers and enriching the Style Hong Kong Pavilion offerings at the China International Consumer Products Expo to create more collaboration opportunities.

– Organise sectoral outbound mission
:1) A GoGBA mission to Dongguan will be organised to help SMEs in the food processing and medical devices sectors to stay competitive amid an evolving manufacturing landscape with innovative technologies;
2) An e-tailing mission to e-commerce hotspot Zhejiang to help SMEs understand the latest developments; and
3) A Fashion Go Places mission to Guangzhou and Dongguan to connect Hong Kong fashion industry players with partners in fashion tech and beyond.

Reinforce Hong Kong’s role as superconnector and super value-adder
– Build partnerships with Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) government agencies and industry multipliers to attract more RCEP businesses to leverage HKTDC trade fairs to connect with international buyers;
– Launch the Hong Kong Risk Management Squad to help mainland and ASEAN companies with plans for global expansion to mitigate business risks;
– Introduce the ASEAN Lifestyle Pioneer Series to increase SMEs’ market exposure in the region and facilitate opportunities;
– Stage Think Business, Think Hong Kong campaign in Italy to spotlight Hong Kong’s strengths and advantages, including its service offerings; and
– Organise missions, including to:
1) ASEAN to explore opportunities in the food and health supplement industry; and
2) Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates with an Infrastructure Development and Real Estate-related Services (IRES) delegation to capture opportunities arising from infrastructure expansion in the Middle East.

2. Fortify Hong Kong’s competitiveness by embracing innovation and sustainable development, to support the national new quality productive forces strategy, and seize opportunities arising from global trends
Support the national new quality productive forces strategy

– Strengthen the content of and recruitment for exhibitions and conferences:
1) Establish InnoEX as an international I&T exchange platform for Asia;
2) Recruit more agritech and foodtech firms sought after by investors, to join AFF Deal-making;
3) Explore collaboration with local research centres to coorganise thematic sessions at the Asia Summit on Global Health (ASGH) to facilitate industry collaboration;
4) Collaborate with Hong Kong Baptist University’s Chinese Medicine Hospital and Belt & Road Alliance for Traditional Chinese Medicine at ASGH to examine Hong Kong’s role in Traditional Chinese Medicine’s globalisation;
5) Explore opportunities in the low-altitude economy at the Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) and InnoEX;
6) Launch the SmartHK Tech Series to showcase Hong Kong’s I&T strengths across the GBA and at mainland I&T fairs; and
7) Focus on PropTech for Building for the Future campaign, especially in the mainland, to highlight Hong Kong’s strengths in PropTech and smart city development.

– Strengthen connections and collaboration with InnoHK, the Innovation and Technology Commission cluster:
1) Strengthen ties with the Health@InnoHK cluster to better understand their business matching needs and facilitate connections with relevant business partners and investors;
2) Partner with InnoHK research centres, local universities and incubators for the International Trade Fastpass SmartBiz Series to highlight the benefits of adopting innovative tech solutions.

Seize opportunities arising from global trends
– Sustainable development:
1) Launch the Hong Kong Green Team to highlight Hong Kong’s green strengths and capabilities in Hong Kong and ASEAN;
2) Invite sustainable fashion brands to promote circular fashion and a greener industry at CENTRESTAGE; and
3) Work with ESG-related multipliers to provide sustainability workshops and ESG certification courses for Transformation Sandbox (T-box) members.

Medical health and the silver economy:
1) Organise biotech missions to Europe and the US in partnership with industry multipliers to help start-ups grow and transform;
2) Invite partners and investors with expertise in geriatric medicine and elderly care to introduce ageing-related innovations at ASGH to facilitate collaboration and tech commercialisation;
3) Enhance the product line-up at Food Expo to showcase healthy food and supplements targeting the silver market; and
4) Create a thematic cluster on hktdc.com Sourcing to further highlight Optical Fair exhibitors targeting the silver market.

– Islamic business opportunities:
1) Collaborate with the Incorporated Trustees of the Islamic Community Fund of Hong Kong to feature local halal food manufacturers at Food Expo PRO;
2) Strengthen participation of pavilions of countries with a large halal market to enrich the variety of halal products at Food Expo PRO.

3. Build the next generation of connected and future-ready SMEs and start-ups, and fast-track SMEs’ digital transformation
Build the next generation of connected and future-ready SMEs and start-ups

– Talent matching: Leverage events, such as InnoEX and Entrepreneur Day (E-Day), to offer talent matching sessions for start-ups and I&T companies.

– Strengthen collaboration with institutions:
1) Partner with the Hong Kong Productivity Council to inform Global Tech Summit participants about the latest tech in Industry 4.0 and showcase related solutions at E-Day to help SMEs, start-ups become future-ready;
2) Partner with academic institutions and youth and community organisations to engage young individuals at our fairs to equip them with the knowledge and skills in digital transformation and sustainability;
3) Launch the CV Clinic at the Education & Careers Expo by partnering with recruitment agencies to help the younger generation with their job search; and
4) Collaborate with local universities to leverage ASGH for their entrepreneurship events and as a showcase for their biomed projects.

Fast-track SMEs’ digital transformation
– Debut an AI productivity workshop series at InnoEX to help SMEs harness the power of AI tools to boost productivity;
– Host dedicated sessions at MarketingPulse and eTailingPulse to educate brands on short video features on the mainland’s social media platforms;
– Collaborate with leading AI service providers to provide T-box members with practical AI applications.

Media enquiries
HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Agnes Wat Tel: (852) 2584 4554 Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org
Sam Ho Tel: (852) 2584 4569 Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org

New HKTDC Chairman appointed

The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) today announced the appointment of a new Chairman for the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).

The HKTDC welcomes the HKSAR Government’s appointment of Prof Frederick Ma Si-hang as the new Chairman of the HKTDC. Prof Ma is currently the Non-Executive Chairman of FWD Group and a member of the Chief Executive’s Council of Advisers. As the former Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development and Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of Hong Kong, Prof Ma is well acquainted with the Council’s work in promoting Hong Kong’s strengths and advantages. His two-year term as HKTDC Chairman will commence on 1 June 2025 and will run until 31 May 2027.

Dr Peter K N Lam, current Chairman of the HKTDC, remarked: “Hong Kong’s post-pandemic economy faces numerous challenges. Over the past six years, I have been honoured to serve as Chairman of the HKTDC. I would like to express my gratitude to the HKTDC team for their continued effort and determination in overcoming challenges and driving Hong Kong’s growth. Trade and tourism are closely connected and are crucial to Hong Kong’s economic development. I will continue to contribute in my new position and work with the HKTDC to promote Hong Kong.”

Dr Lam added: “I am pleased that the HKSAR Government has appointed Prof Frederick Ma as the next Chairman. I am confident he will lead the HKTDC to new heights, creating opportunities for Hong Kong’s businesses and driving our city’s high-quality economic development.”

Ms Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “Prof Ma is a distinguished leader in the business community with extensive experience in both the public and private sectors, strengthening Hong Kong’s connections with the global business world. Under his and HKTDC Council Members’ leadership and guidance, the HKTDC will reinforce Hong Kong’s eight-centre advantages to help businesses seize national development opportunities and support our city’s continued growth and development.”

Ms. Fong also expressed gratitude to Dr Lam: “Under Dr Lam’s outstanding leadership, the HKTDC has introduced many new initiatives, particularly in promoting the healthcare, innovation and technology industries, while assisting the business community in seizing new opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and global markets and facilitating the development of Hong Kong’s pillar industries and emerging industries. His wise counsel and guidance over the years have helped the HKTDC reinforce Hong Kong’s role as an international business hub, a two-way investment gateway and a leading convention and exhibition centre.”

Media Enquiries
Agnes Wat Tel: (852) 2584 4554 Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org

Sam Ho Tel: (852) 2584 4569 Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org

HKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com

HKTDC twin jewellery shows set to shine next month

– Nearly 70% of exhibitors coming from outside Hong Kong
– newly created zone spotlights creative gold jewellery

This year’s twin jewellery shows are bringing together some 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions
Nearly 70% of exhibitors are coming from outside Hong Kong, with an increase in the number of exhibitors from Japan and the UAE
In line with industry trends, the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show has introduced a Gold Jewellery Zone and also gathered affordable luxury jewellery, men’s/unisex jewellery and other distinctively designed products
More than 30 seminars, networking activities and parades will be organised to foster industry dialogue and exchange insights on the latest market trends

The two world-class jewellery shows organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will open in early March in the successful “two shows, two venues” format. The 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show will be held at AsiaWorld-Expo from 2 to 6 March, showcasing a wide range of jewellery raw materials, while the 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai from 4 to 8 March, presenting a range of exquisite finished jewellery pieces. The twin shows will help exhibitors and buyers tap into global trade opportunities.

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “This year’s twin jewellery shows are bringing together some 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions, of which nearly 70% are coming from outside Hong Kong. Among them, exhibitors from Japan, Spain, French Polynesia, the United Arab Emirates, Mexico and Lebanon are all expanding their presence at the fairs. The two shows are expected to attract more than 110 buyer missions, demonstrating the HKTDC’s strengths in creating a world-class jewellery trading platform for the industry and reinforcing Hong Kong’s status as an international jewellery sourcing and trading hub.”

Despite the various challenges facing the global jewellery market, the value of fine jewellery exported from Hong Kong to the United States rose by more than 10% year-on-year in 2024, while exports to the European Union, the Middle East and ASEAN rose by 6.5%, 3.8% and 2.6% respectively.

38 pavilions welcome global buyers
The twin jewellery shows have received strong support from industry players around the world for many years. In 2025, the shows feature 38 geographic and industry pavilions from Mainland China, Taiwan, India, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Spain, Türkiye, United Kingdom, Israel, Brazil, Colombia and the United States. In terms of industry pavilions, the Asia Jewelry Culture Design and Crafts Association is joining the show for the first time, while the Tanzanite Foundation, Asia Pacific Creator Association and International Colored Gemstone Association are all returning. In addition, the Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association is once again setting up a pavilion together with the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), featuring jewellery-making machinery and technologies. The twin shows are attracting buyers from across the globe, covering large jewellery retail chains and both luxury and affordable jewellery and designer brands. Exhibitors and buyers alike will enjoy bountiful opportunities for industry exchange and collaboration.

The HKTDC is always looking to optimise the sourcing experience for buyers worldwide through various initiatives. This year, special measures have been introduced to encourage more Muslim buyers to visit the shows, including providing shuttle buses to and from local mosques, offering a list of Muslim-friendly hotels and restaurants, and cooperating with the Hong Kong Tourism Board to arrange guided tours for Muslim buyers.

Creative designs in focus, Gold Jewellery Zone makes debut
Trendy and innovative products can help manufacturers stand out in the market. The theme of this year’s twin jewellery shows is Symphony of Sparkles, likening gemstone carving to the arrangement of musical notes, embodying the beauty of creation. This year’s Designer Jewellery Galleria at the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show features exhibitors using filigree inlay technique, an almost-lost craft that is part of China’s intangible cultural heritage, to create fine designs. Among them are 18K gold wheat ears launched by Mainland China company Changzhou Yi’an Jewelry Co., Ltd (Booth: CEC 1CON-029) that won the Best Design Award in the 2019 Tiangong Awards. Many Hong Kong exhibitors are also using the shows to launch creative products, including Austy Lee Company Limited (Booth: CEC 1E-F32), which will introduce a snake-shaped necklace to mark the new lunar year, and Zuri Jewelry Company Limited (Booth: CEC 1E-C18), which is launching its “Panda and Bamboo” jewellery collection with cute designs modelled on An An and Ke Ke, the giant pandas in Hong Kong.

The International Jewellery Show is proud to introduce the Gold Jewellery Zone in 2025 as a new showcase for novel designs. Exhibitors include Malaysian jewellery company CHL Innovation Industries Sdn Bhd (Booth: CEC 3E-D15) which is launching a series of affordable luxury gold jewellery sets suitable for daily wear, including a durian pendant that stands out with its unique local characteristics.

With the goal of nurturing new design talents in the industry, the HKTDC had organised the International Jewellery Design Excellence (IJDE) Award and the 26th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition. The results will be announced at the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show with the winning designs going on display. In addition, the Young Jewellery Designer Arena has been added for this year’s show to spotlight the creativity and craftsmanship of up-and-coming designers.

Rare and precious treasures in the spotlight
The two shows will continue to exhibit rare jewellery to attract buyers. At the International Jewellery Show, Hong Kong exhibitor Unique Brilliant Limited (Booth: CEC GH-C13) will showcase a pendant mounted with an extremely rare 40+ carat unheated Tanzanian ruby. At the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show, American exhibitor Emco Gem (Booth: AWE 7-H01) will present high-quality Colombian emeralds ranging from 9 to 15 carats while Indian exhibitor Fine Star Jewellery & Diamond (Booth: AWE 5-D23) will display a fancy yellow diamond of over 30 carats. Hong Kong exhibitor HYT International HK Limited (Booth: AWE 9-A23) will exhibit a heart-shaped pink diamond weighing 1.5 carats from Australia.

Men’s and unisex jewellery and affordable jewellery are all becoming increasingly popular. This year, nearly 200 exhibitors will be showcasing men’s jewellery, including Hong Kong exhibitor Austy Lee Company Limited (Booth: CEC 1E-F32) which will present the Tsuruhime Sen no Odori Brooch made of 18K rose gold with antique materials. In the affordable luxury jewellery category, Hong Kong exhibitors – G S Jewellery (Mfy) Co. Limited (Booth: CEC 1A-E36), IAD Jewellery Limited (Booth: CEC 1C-A12) and Kayra Creation Limited (Booth: CEC 1C-F18) – will all be showcasing their daily wear lines.

30+ events explore hot topics such as sustainable development and AI
More than 30 industry-related seminars and networking activities will be held during the twin jewellery shows, covering topics such as sustainable development, jewellery technology, identification technology and other new industry trends. ISO certification expert CK Cheung and Edward Johnson, Corporate Social Responsibility Director from British company GEMFIELDS, will explain the latest developments in ISO and ESG certification and analyse how these certifications set standards for the industry and help propel its sustainable development.

In the area of jewellery and identification technology, the shows will feature a series of seminars on design, craftsmanship and innovation. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will explain the heat treatment of gemstones and introduce new identification services for emerald fillings. Gübelin Gem Lab will explain how to apply various breakthrough technologies to establish more consistent and reliable standards, including AI-driven “Gemtelligence” technology and the use of blockchain technology and physical tracking markers to enhance market transparency in helping dealers and consumers verify the traceability information of materials.

Combining online and offline services to boost sourcing efficiency
This year’s twin jewellery shows will continue to use the EXHIBITION+ hybrid format. In addition to on-site procurement, the HKTDC’s AI-powered “Click2Match” will provide online business matching for exhibitors and buyers. Onsite buyers can use “Scan2Match” to scan exhibitors’ QR codes and continue discussions with exhibitors online during or after the show. To ease the buyer admission process, the HKTDC Marketplace App and the official websites of the two shows provide online verification functions. Buyers need only to register through these platforms and upload a photo and valid identification to obtain a verified eBadge for direct entry, greatly reducing queuing times for onsite registration and verification and enhancing sourcing efficiency.

To help buyers visit the two shows, free shuttle buses to and from AsiaWorld-Expo and the city (including the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai) will be arranged. For details, please refer to the fair website.

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Media enquiries
Please contact HKTDC’s Communication & Public Affairs Department:

Sharon Ha	Tel: (852) 2584 4575	Email: sharon.mt.ha@hktdc.org
Serena Cheung	Tel: (852) 2584 4272	Email: serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.org
Clayton Lauw	Tel: (852) 2584 4472	Email: clayton.y.lawuw@hktdc.org

GenAI Summit Tour Lands in Manila to Redefine AI in Enterprise & Government

Following a groundbreaking debut in Morocco, organised by CollabConf, the GenAI Summit Tour is making its highly anticipated stop in Manila, bringing together top government leaders, business executives, and AI innovators to shape the future of AI adoption in the Philippines.

Supported by the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), with the Global AI Council as its AI Advisory partner and Philippines CIO Association & G100 Mission as Community Partners, GenAI Summit Philippines 2025, which will be held on April 29-30, 2025, is set to be the nation’s most influential AI event, addressing the critical role of AI in enterprise transformation, national security, and economic growth.

As the Philippines accelerates its AI adoption, the summit arrives at a pivotal moment.

– The National AI Strategy Roadmap aims to position the Philippines as an AI powerhouse in ASEAN, integrating AI into governance, public services, and economic policies.
– AI-driven automation is projected to boost business efficiency by 40%, driving major advancements in banking, cybersecurity, and customer engagement.
– The demand for AI talent in the Philippines is soaring, with AI-related job openings doubling in the past two years.
– Cybercrime threats are evolving, making AI-powered cyber resilience strategies essential for national and enterprise security.

Key AI Conversations at GenAI Summit Philippines 2025

The summit will bring together industry leaders to tackle real-world AI deployment, focusing on:

AI & Digital Governance – Policy frameworks for responsible AI adoption and national security.
Generative AI & The Future of Work – Upskilling the workforce to thrive in an AI-driven economy.
AI for Cyber Resilience – AI-powered threat detection and national security strategies.
AI in Banking & Fintech – Fraud prevention, risk assessment, and hyper-personalized financial services.
Retail & Consumer AI – The rise of AI-driven hyper-personalization and predictive analytics.
AI in Healthcare & Public Services – AI’s role in diagnostics, drug discovery, and smart governance.

High-Impact Speakers & Sessions:
The summit will feature exclusive insights from top AI leaders, policymakers, and enterprise executives, including:

– Alexander Ramos, Undersecretary, Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) – “AI & Cyber Resilience: Protecting National Digital Infrastructure”
– Bently Roxas, Director IV – Knowledge Management Information Technology, Department of Health – “AI for Smarter Public Health”
– Wence Wenceslao, Senior Global Digital Lead – Beauty & Wellbeing, Unilever – “AI-Driven Consumer Engagement: Transforming Retail & Beauty”
– Adrienne Heinrich, VP & AI Center of Excellence Head, UnionBank of the Philippines – “AI x Banking: The Ultimate Power Couple”

“AI will transform the new generation for a higher level of productivity and competitiveness,” says CICC Executive Director, Alexander K. Ramos. ”We are going to be part of that new generation because change is an inevitable need.”

“AI is redefining the enterprise landscape, and CIOs must lead the charge in balancing innovation with security,” says Mel Migrino, President of the Philippines CIO Association. “At GenAI Summit, we’ll discuss how organizations can adopt AI responsibly while safeguarding digital trust.”

Secure Your Spot: www.collabconf.com/genai/philippines

About CollabConf

CollabConf is a global platform dedicated to curating high-impact conferences that drive industry transformation through knowledge sharing and strategic networking. Specializing in AI, technology, and digital innovation, CollabConf brings together thought leaders, government officials, and business pioneers to foster collaboration and accelerate real-world adoption of cutting-edge technologies.

With a track record of hosting premier summits worldwide, including the GenAI Summit Tour, CollabConf creates unparalleled opportunities for enterprises and policymakers to explore emerging trends, forge meaningful partnerships, and shape the future of their industries.

Media Contact:Mohammed Raiyan
Marketing & Communication Director, MENA
raiyanm@collabconf.com
0091 890-4664 414

Cybersecurity Leaders to Convene at the 2025 Cyber Resilience Summit Delivering Competitive Advantage Through Security

In an era where cyber threats evolve at an unprecedented pace, organizations must adopt a proactive approach to safeguard their digital assets. The 2025 Cyber Resilience Summit: Delivering Competitive Advantage Through Security, hosted by Customized Training Solutions (CTS) Pte. Ltd. , will bring together top cybersecurity experts, government officials, and industry leaders to explore cutting-edge strategies for strengthening cyber resilience.

What Is the Event About?

The 2025 Cyber Resilience Summit, which will be held at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, Philippines and Zoom on March 5-6, 2025, is a premier two-day event designed to address the growing cyber threats and equip organizations with actionable solutions. The summit will focus on a holistic approach to cybersecurity—integrating People, Processes, and Technology—to ensure business continuity and long-term resilience.

Key topics include:

Data-Driven Intelligence – Strengthening cybersecurity through predictive analytics and continuous monitoring.
Future-Proofing Cybersecurity – Harnessing emerging technologies like AI to enhance cyber resilience.
Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) – Bridging gaps to establish a robust cybersecurity framework.
Fraud, Deepfakes, and Scams – Combating SMS hijacking, e-wallet risks, and financial fraud.
Cybersecurity in Banking & Fintech – Addressing sector-specific challenges and solutions.

Why Is This Summit Important?

Cyber threats are not just an IT issue—they are a business imperative. Organizations that fail to adapt to regulatory changes, third-party risks, and AI-driven cyberattacks will struggle to maintain their competitive edge.

“We are committed to empowering businesses with practical cybersecurity strategies that go beyond compliance. Our goal is to foster collaboration between the private sector, government, and academia to build a resilient digital ecosystem,” said Marylen Ramos-Velasco, CEO, Customized Training Solutions Pte. Ltd.

Who Will Speak and What Will They Cover?

The summit features an impressive lineup of renowned global cybersecurity leaders, including:

– Engineer Jose Carlos P. Reyes, Director of the Cybersecurity Bureau, Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), for the opening keynote address on Securing the Digital Battlefield: Building a Resilient Digital Ecosystem
– Ts Mohd Zabri Adil Bin Talib, Head of Responsive Technology & Services, CyberSecurity Malaysia, discussing E-Sovereignty and Cyber Resilience: Safeguarding Nations in the Digital Era.
– Government Panel on Tackling Cybercrime with Col Francel Margareth Padilla-Taborlupa, Battalion Commander, Philippine Army, Cybersecurity; Ts Mohd Zabri Adil Bin Talib; Police Colonel Jay Guillermo, Chief, Cyber Response Unit, Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group; Dr. Elizalde Javier Duran, MIT, Chairman & President, CyberSocPH, Chief IT Officer, National Police College & Chief, Center for Cybersecurity and Safety, PPSC-NPC, which will be modered by Mr. Edwin Cordenete, CEO, S&B Learning Co, IT Trainer and Consultant
– AI and Risk Management: Transforming Threat Detection and Response lead bys. Jeia Tirante, SVP, ITRM Head, UnionBank of the Philippines with panelists, Mr. Jojo Nufable, ECE, CMC, CSM, LSSBB, CCISO, VP & Group Chief Information & Cyber Security Officer, St. Luke’s Medical Center, Mr. Marlon Sorongon, CISO, Maybank Philippines & Maybank New York; Mr. RB Banez, Chief Information Security Officer, Fintech Company; and Mr. JC Principe, CEO / CISO, of Cloud Master Technologies Corp
– Fireside Chat: Lessons from the Field: Tales of Recovery and Resilience with Ms. Charmaine Valmonte, Chief Information Security Officer, Aboitiz Group and Mr. Frank Vibar, Chief Information Technology Officer, Asian Hospital and Medical Center moderated by Mr. Ricson Singson Que, President & CEO of SQrity
-..and more CXO from varied industries and countries to cover important topics to empower Cyber Resilience

Who Should Attend and Why?

This summit is designed for CISOs, IT security professionals, risk managers, regulators, corporate leaders from varied industries (financial institutions, healthcare, government, manufacturing and more), and technology executives who are responsible for protecting critical assets, securing financial transactions, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

“Cybersecurity is no longer just about defense—it’s about gaining a competitive advantage. Businesses that prioritize cyber resilience will be the ones that thrive in the digital economy,” stated Marylen Ramos-Velasco, CEO.

How Can You Participate?

Participants can join the summit in person or virtually. The event will feature keynotes, fireside chats, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions to provide attendees with practical, real-world insights.

Register now at https://www.ctsolutionsglobal.com/empowering-cyber-resilience-summit to secure your spot at the 2025 Cyber Resilience Summit and become a part of the global cybersecurity conversation.

About Customized Training Solutions Pte. Ltd.

Customized Training Solutions Pte. Ltd. knows the importance of enhancing your business’ most valuable assets, your employees. We are Asia’s Most Trusted Training and Business Solutions Partner. Registered as an Events Services company in Singapore organizing training and summits/conferences to generate profit, cost savings and impact towards your business.

Website: https://www.ctsolutionsglobal.com

For media inquiries, please contact:
Marylen Ramos
Velascoenquiries@ctsolutionsglobal.com
+65 65244 973

Singapore’s Ongoing Blocking of Pirate Sites Protects Consumers And Prevents Potentially Wider Harm

The Asia Video Industry Association’s Coalition Against Piracy (CAP) welcomes the Singapore High Court’s latest order to block another 22 illegal streaming sites and 70 associated domains responsible for the distribution of illegally streamed content in Singapore.

The Court’s order follows on from a similar order obtained in Singapore by the Premier League in November 2024 and continues the push by its applicants BBC Studios, the Premier League, DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga and LALIGA, that in recent years has seen the blocking of hundreds of illegal streaming sites and hundreds more associated domains that were offering access to some of the most sought-after content in Singapore including live sports, drama and entertainment. The order is also part of a wider campaign by CAP and its members against online piracy in the region, including in-depth analysis into piracy trends in the region, and the harms caused to both consumers and the potentially wider impact from piracy services that are essentially illegal operations run by criminals.

“There is now extensive evidence of the links between piracy services and consumer harm, including risks of malware infection, identity theft and viruses. A 2024 study undertaken showed that consumers accessing pirate sites in Singapore are nearly four times more likely to be exposed to a cyber threat compared to a mainstream site(1), and blocking access to piracy services is a great step in preventing this type of harm,” said CAP’s General Manager, Matt Cheetham. “Recent research has also shown that piracy services could have wider potential harm, with illegal streaming devices (ISDs) shown to be riddled with compromised apps and pre-installed malware targeting personal data. These devices can be remotely hijacked and potentially used for more widespread attacks on other devices and broader networks(2)”, added Cheetham.

(1) https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4709637
(2) https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4986107

About the Asia Video Industry Association

The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) is the trade association for the video industry and ecosystem in Asia Pacific. It serves to make the video industry stronger and healthier through promoting the common interests of its members. AVIA is the interlocutor for the industry with governments across the region, leads the fight against video piracy through its Coalition Against Piracy (CAP) and provides insight into the video industry through reports and conferences aimed to support a vibrant video industry.

For media enquiries and additional background please contact:

Charmaine Kwan, Head of Marketing and Communications | charmaine@avia.org
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/asiavideoia |X: @AsiaVideoIA

Business-Focused Energy Storage Live Online Course 2025

Infocus International Group announces new dates for the Energy Storage virtual workshop, set to go live on 4th February, 16th June & 17th November 2025.

Energy storage differs from other energy technologies in the breadth and complexity of its addressable market andrevenue opportunities. This training course provides a comprehensive, business-focused analysis of theseopportunities, allowing attendees to analyse, understand and segment them. While naturally focusing on batterystorage, we also cover the variety of competing storage technologies and describe the wide variety of problemsenergy storage seeks to solve, at a wide range of deployment sizes and timescales, including key issues aroundpractical project delivery.

Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of why and where storage markets are growing, what could limitthis growth and what the future trends will be. So, if you are thinking of investing in or developing an energystorage business case, this course provides your essential grounding in the core issues.

Past attendee from Tuas Power Generation noted, “The course has been informative, very practical and covers a widerange of energy storage technology.”

Another past attendee from the Department of Energy also commented, “This was an excellent course. I will without adoubt recommend it to anyone interested in the interplay between energy storage systems, electricity networks andenergy markets, policies, procurement and regulations. Trainer’s knowledge and group interaction makes the coursenot only highly informative, but also engaging and fun as we learn how to successfully transition to moreenvironmentally sustainable energy systems.”

Gain a business-focused assessment of energy storage opportunities, competing solutions and project deliveryessentials by signing up at www.infocusinternational.com/energystorage-online.

Course Sessions

Battery storage (technologies, costs and practicalities)
Applications and business cases for short-duration & intraday storage
Growing opportunities & technologies for long-duration storage
Distributed storage, including the rise of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)

Benefits of Attending

Gain a clear understanding of energy storage market opportunities & deployment considerations
A core focus on batteries, including clear explanations of the technologies and performance considerations(in language accessible to non-technical people)
Discuss the key project delivery issues for battery storage projects
Review up-to-date examples from around the world and the lessons from them
Understand the competitive playing field and the economic variables that impact energy storage businesscases
Stay ahead of trends and emerging solutions, including growth opportunities for longer-duration storagesolutions

About Infocus International Group

Infocus International is a global business intelligence provider of strategic information and professional services fordiverse business communities. We recognise clients’ needs and respond with innovative and result orientedprogrammes. All products are founded on high value content in diverse subject areas, and the highest level ofquality is ensured through intensive and in-depth market research from local and international insights. For moreinformation: www.infocusinternational.com

Want to learn more

Simply email calvin@infocusinternational.com or call +65 6325 0235 to obtain your FREE COPY of the event brochure.For more information, please visit www.infocusinternational.com/energystorage-online