SCED to attend Asia-Pacific Telecommunity Ministerial Meeting in Tokyo
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During the two-day (May 30 and 31) meeting, Mr Yau and participating ministers will attend discussion sessions on various topics related to information and communications technology development, including sustainable digital infrastructure and accessibility, inclusive digital innovation and growth, secure and trusted digital environment, and empowering the Asia-Pacific industry's role in digital transformation. The Ministerial Meeting will adopt a joint statement at the end of the meeting to further foster regional collaboration.
The APT is an intergovernmental organisation with the aim of promoting information and communications technology development in the Asia-Pacific region. The APT now has 38 members, four associate members and 140 affiliate members from private companies and academia.
During his stay in Tokyo, Mr Yau will also meet with government officials of Japan and business leaders to promote Hong Kong's business advantages and opportunities.
Mr Yau will return to Hong Kong on the evening of May 31. The Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Dr Bernard Chan, will be the Acting Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development during Mr Yau's absence.
Ends/Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Issued at HKT 16:00
Issued at HKT 16:00
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