HKETO San Francisco hosts New Year Reception in California (with photos)
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Guests attending the event included consuls-general, mayors, supervisors, academia, business and community leaders as well as representatives of cultural institutes in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Speaking at the reception, the Director of HKETO San Francisco, Mr DC Cheung, provided an overview of Hong Kong's latest business environment and highlights of new government initiatives, including the Task Force on Supporting Mainland Enterprises in Going Global and the Economic and Trade Express as well as the development of the Northern Metropolis.
"While the Task Force on Supporting Mainland Enterprises in Going Global aims at providing one-stop customised support services to Mainland enterprises venturing overseas through Hong Kong, the Economic and Trade Express is a new functional platform supporting Hong Kong's small and medium-sized enterprises and start-ups to explore high-potential overseas markets," he said.
"The Northern Metropolis is another new engine for Hong Kong's economic development and holds immense potential. The Government will accelerate its development and formulate preferential policy packages covering land grants, land premiums, financial subsidies and tax incentives to attract high value-added industries and high-potential enterprises to set up businesses in Hong Kong, particularly in the Northern Metropolis," he added.
"Beyond business, Hong Kong also offers unforgettable experiences for visitors, including world-class arts, culture and sports competitions and shows. Hong Kong is a must-visit global city not only for business, but also for fun and new experiences," Mr Cheung said.
The reception concluded on a high note with a recital on sanxian, a traditional Chinese string instrument, by Hong Kong musician and ethno-musicologist Stella Chan.
Ends/Thursday, January 22, 2026
Issued at HKT 7:10
Issued at HKT 7:10
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