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London ETO greets Year of Dragon in Norway (with photos)
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     The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) and the Norway-Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce (NHKCC) cohosted a Year of the Dragon reception in Oslo, Norway, on February 27 (Oslo time).
 
     In his welcome speech, the Director-General of the London ETO, Mr Gilford Law, shared with the Norwegian community the latest updates of Hong Kong, and emphasised Hong Kong's commitment in becoming an international transportation centre as supported by the National 14th Five-Year Plan.  
 
     "2024 marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Norway. Looking ahead, Hong Kong's aspirations align closely with Norway's expertise in the global shipping industry, presenting an invaluable opportunity for mutual learning and collaboration. We are confident that Hong Kong provides a favourable environment for businesses to thrive and tap into the Mainland and Asia-Pacific markets," he said.
 
     The reception also featured speeches and presentations by the State Secretary of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries in Norway, Mr Tore O Sandvik, along with representatives from the local business community. Additionally, a toasting session was hosted by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary and Head of Mission of the People's Republic of China to the Kingdom of Norway, Ms Hou Yue.
 
     The reception was well attended by over 80 guests in Norway from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the business, academic and cultural sectors. The London ETO will continue to celebrate the Year of the Dragon among the countries under its purview.
 
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The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) and the Norway-Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce cohosted a Year of the Dragon reception in Oslo, Norway, on February 27 (Oslo time). Photo shows the Director-General of the London ETO, Mr Gilford Law, delivering a speech at the reception.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London and the Norway-Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce cohosted a Year of the Dragon reception in Oslo, Norway, on February 27 (Oslo time). Photo shows the State Secretary of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries in Norway, Mr Tore O Sandvik, delivering a speech at the reception.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) and the Norway-Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce cohosted a Year of the Dragon reception in Oslo, Norway, on February 27 (Oslo time). Photo shows (from left) the Senior Project Manager, Nordics of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (London Office), Ms Thea Svith; the Senior Adviser of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Norway, Mr Otto Malmgren; the Director-General of the London ETO, Mr Gilford Law; the State Secretary of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries in Norway, Mr Tore O Sandvik; the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary and Head of Mission of the People's Republic of China to the Kingdom of Norway, Ms Hou Yue; the President of the Norway-Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce, Mr Rolf Willy Hansen; the Regional Director Asia and Middle East of Innovation Norway, Mr Ole Henaes and the Sales Executive of Emirates, Mr Thomas Aannestad toasting at the reception.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) and the Norway-Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce cohosted a Year of the Dragon reception in Oslo, Norway, on February 27 (Oslo time). Photo shows (from left) the President of the Norway-Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce, Mr Rolf Willy Hansen; the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary and Head of Mission of the People's Republic of China to the Kingdom of Norway, Ms Hou Yue; and the Director-General of the London ETO, Mr Gilford Law at the reception.