Speech by USCST at WWD x SJ Global Fashion & Business Conference (English only)
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Bosco (Representative of the Hong Kong Fashion Council, Mr Bosco Law), Amanda (Chief Executive Officer of the Fairchild Media Group, Ms Amanda Smith), distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,
Good morning. I am delighted to welcome you to the WWD (Women's Wear Daily) x SJ (Sourcing Journal) Global Fashion & Business Conference. A heartfelt greeting goes to our speakers and guests who have travelled from near and far to be with us today.
The fashion industry is one of the most dynamic industries, facing challenges but also offering abundant opportunities. With the theme "Global Creativity and the Fashion Imagination", this conference gathers visionary minds to dive into inspiring topics at the forefront of fashion, such as cross-cultural creativity, innovation through heritage, storytelling in fashion, and global sourcing. These are all up-to-the-minute, important and practical topics on the global fashion agenda.
At the same time, the conference convenes fashion leaders from the East and the West for insightful dialogue on the industry's future. It reflects Hong Kong's unique position as a gateway between the Chinese Mainland, Asia and the world, where cultures and creativity converge. I believe that today's conference will empower participants with valuable takeaways and inspire new ideas to shape the future of fashion worldwide.
Hong Kong Fashion Fest 2025, sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency of the HKSAR (Hong Kong Special Administrative Region) Government and organised by our various partners, is now under way across the city and will continue until next Sunday (December 7). The wide range of programmes creates platforms for designers and brands across Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland, and many more countries and regions to build connections and pursue collaboration. It highlights Hong Kong's role as a global cultural bridge while demonstrating our growing influence as a fashion design hub in Asia. We warmly welcome all of you to join this signature event during your stay in Hong Kong.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Hong Kong Fashion Council for bringing us this truly meaningful conference. My gratitude also goes to our partners of the Hong Kong Fashion Fest, Women's Wear Daily, the globally respected "Bible of Fashion", and Sourcing Journal, the premier international voice for sourcing and manufacturing, whose partnership has further elevated this remarkable event.
Before closing, I would also like to take this occasion to encourage all our Hong Kong participants to cast their votes in the Legislative Council General Election on December 7 to fulfil our civil and social responsibilities. Together, we build a better Hong Kong.
Finally, may I wish the Conference a resounding success and hope you all enjoy today's programme and more from the Hong Kong Fashion Fest.
Thank you.
Ends/Wednesday, November 26, 2025
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