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New York ETO showcases Hong Kong's technology and talent attraction initiatives in Atlanta (with photos)
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     The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York (New York ETO) concluded the visit to Atlanta, Georgia, from September 4 to 6 (Atlanta time), promoting Hong Kong's latest innovation and technology development, talent attraction schemes and strengthening ties with academic, business, and community leaders.

     In collaboration with the Hong Kong US Business Association of Atlanta, the New York ETO hosted an informational session at Emory University on September 4, and met with the career centre representatives at the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) on September 5. The meetings highlighted the array of opportunities available for professionals and graduates in Hong Kong.

     Speaking to the undergraduate audience at Emory University, Director of the New York ETO, Ms Maisie Ho, detailed Hong Kong's competitive advantages as a global hub, including its world-class transport networks, straightforward tax system, and business-friendly environment. A key focus was the successful Top Talent Pass Scheme, which has garnered around 135 000 applications and approved nearly 109 000 since its launch in late 2022. Both Emory University and Georgia Tech are among the top eligible universities under the scheme.

     On September 5, Ms Ho, accompanied by Senior Vice President of Digital Technologies and Data Infrastructure at Invest Hong Kong, Mr Marcus Woo, engaged with Atlanta-based business leaders from the innovation and technology sector at a high-level breakfast roundtable. They discussed recent developments in innovation and technology sector in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, emphasising the city's thriving startup ecosystem and strong governmental support for tech-led growth and entrepreneurship.

     The visit culminated on September 6 with Ms Ho officiating at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Lanier Olympic Park. This year's festival set new records, featuring 14 out-of-state teams from Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, alongside six breast cancer survivor teams.

     In addition, Ms Ho visited downtown Gainesville to view a signature cultural landmark: a striking 14-foot-tall, 30-foot-long interactive dragon art installation, on September 5. The piece was created to honour Gainesville's longstanding role as host of the Dragon Boat Festival. She also met with the Mayor of Gainesville, Mr Sam Couvillon, to express her appreciation for the city's ongoing partnership.

     "Seeing this remarkable artwork in person was a true delight. It is a beautiful tribute to our shared tradition and the vibrant cultural exchange between our peoples," she remarked.
 
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The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York (New York ETO) concluded the visit to Atlanta, Georgia, from September 4 to 6 (Atlanta time), promoting Hong Kong's latest talent attraction schemes and strengthening ties with academic, business, and community leaders. Photo shows the Director of the New York ETO, Ms Maisie Ho (first left on stage), at the informational session at Emory University on September 4.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York (New York ETO) concluded the visit to Atlanta, Georgia, from September 4 to 6 (Atlanta time), promoting Hong Kong's latest talent attraction schemes and strengthening ties with academic, business, and community leaders. Photo shows the Director of the New York ETO, Ms Maisie Ho (second right), with the career centre representatives at the Georgia Institute of Technology on September 5.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York (New York ETO) concluded the visit to Atlanta, Georgia, from September 4 to 6 (Atlanta time), promoting Hong Kong's latest talent attraction schemes and strengthening ties with academic, business, and community leaders. Photo shows the Director of the New York ETO, Ms Maisie Ho (second right), accompanied by Senior Vice President of Digital Technologies and Data Infrastructure at Invest Hong Kong, Mr Marcus Woo (third right) engaging with Atlanta-based business leaders from the information and technology sector at a high-level breakfast roundtable on September 5.
The Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, New York, Ms Maisie Ho, visited downtown Gainesville on September 5 (Atlanta time) to view a signature cultural landmark: a striking 14-foot-tall, 30-foot-long interactive dragon art installation, created to honour Gainesville's longstanding role as host of the Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival. Photo shows Ms Ho (centre) with the Mayor of Gainesville, Mr Sam Couvillon (third right) and other guests at the cultural landmark.
The Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York, Ms Maisie Ho, officiates at the opening ceremony of the Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Lanier Olympic Park on September 6 (Atlanta time).
The Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York, Ms Maisie Ho (centre), and other distinguished guests officiate at the eye-dotting ceremony of the Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Lanier Olympic Park on September 6 (Atlanta time).
Supported by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York, this year's Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Lanier Olympic Park, on September 6, set new records, featuring 14 out-of-state teams from Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, alongside six breast cancer survivor teams.