FS to visit Hangzhou
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     The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, will set off in the evening of May 14 for a two-day visit to Hangzhou.

     While in Hangzhou, Mr Chan will officiate at the opening ceremony of "SmartHK 2018" organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and witness the signing of a memorandum of understanding on co-operation between the HKTDC and the Hangzhou Municipal Government.

     He will also meet with senior officials of the Government of Zhejiang Province, visit enterprises from emerging and innovative sectors, and meet with Hong Kong people doing business in Zhejiang.

     Mr Chan will return to Hong Kong in the afternoon of May 16 (Wednesday).

     In his absence, the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr James Lau, will act as the Financial Secretary.

Ends/Friday, May 11, 2018
Issued at HKT 18:30

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