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FS to attend 58th Annual Meeting of Asian Development Bank in Milan, Italy
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     The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, will depart for Milan, Italy, in the early hours of May 4 (Sunday) to attend the 58th Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The theme of this year's meeting is "Sharing Experience, Building Tomorrow", focusing on development issues and challenges facing the Asia-Pacific region, such as climate change, digital transformation, and promoting mutually beneficial co-operation and inclusive economic growth. Mr Chan will deliver remarks at the Governor's Plenary.

     He will also meet with the President of the ADB, Mr Masato Kanda, and financial officials from other countries and regions attending the meeting.

     Mr Chan will return to Hong Kong on May 7 (local time) and arrive on the morning of May 8. During his absence, the Deputy Financial Secretary, Mr Michael Wong, will act as the Financial Secretary.
 
Ends/Friday, May 2, 2025
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