Go to main content
 
HKETO Berlin promotes Hong Kong's biotech advantages at 26th Annual Biotech in Europe Forum (with photos)
******************************************************************************************
     The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin (HKETO Berlin), together with Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, participated in the 26th Annual Biotech in Europe Forum held in Basel, Switzerland, from October 7 to 8 (Basel time). The event is part of the promotion efforts under the Economic and Trade Express initiative, which aims to strengthen Hong Kong's economic and trade connections with global partners.

     The forum brought together industry leaders to discuss key investment trends and future opportunities in the biotechnology sector. The Director of the HKETO Berlin, Mr Indiana Wong, joined the "China Partnering & Investment Panel", highlighting Hong Kong's roles as a "super connector" and vital gateway for global biopharmaceutical companies seeking to expand into Asia and collaborate with Chinese biotech innovators. 

     Mr Wong highlighted that Hong Kong has formulated the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (2026-2030). He introduced that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has established the Greater Bay Area (GBA) International Clinical Trial Institute, and is committed to promoting the co-ordinated development of the biomedical field in the GBA.  

     Mr Wong said, "Hong Kong offers an unrivalled ecosystem for biotechnology companies seeking to expand in Asia. With world-class research capabilities, a robust intellectual property protection regime, and a regulatory environment that aligns with international standards, Hong Kong is the ideal launchpad for biotech enterprises aiming to access both the Chinese Mainland and global markets." 

     Mr Wong also highlighted the latest developments of the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Co-operation Zone and the "1+" drug approval mechanism. As one of the most internationalised cities in the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong has the distinctive advantages of enjoying strong support of the motherland and close connection with the world.

About HKETO Berlin

     HKETO Berlin is the official representative of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government in commercial relations and other economic and trade matters in Germany as well as Austria, Czechia, Hungary, Poland, the Slovak Republic, Slovenia and Switzerland.
 
Ends/Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Issued at HKT 20:50
NNNN
Archives   Yesterday's Press Releases  
Back to Index Page
Back to top
Today's Press Releases  

Photo

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin (HKETO Berlin) participated in the 26th Annual Biotech in Europe Forum held in Basel, Switzerland, from October 7 to 8 (Basel time). Photo shows the Director of the HKETO Berlin, Mr Indiana Wong, speaking at the "China Partnering & Investment Panel" on October 8.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin (HKETO Berlin) participated in the 26th Annual Biotech in Europe Forum held in Basel, Switzerland, from October 7 to 8 (Basel time). Photo shows the Director of the HKETO Berlin, Mr Indiana Wong (second left), and other speakers at a panel of the forum on October 8.
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin (HKETO Berlin) participated in the 26th Annual Biotech in Europe Forum held in Basel, Switzerland, from October 7 to 8 (Basel time). Photo shows the Director of the HKETO Berlin, Mr Indiana Wong (left), and the Founder and Managing Director of Vogel BioConsulting, Ms Ursula Vogel (right).
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin (HKETO Berlin) participated in the 26th Annual Biotech in Europe Forum held in Basel, Switzerland, from October 7 to 8 (Basel time). Photo shows the Director of the HKETO Berlin, Mr Indiana Wong (right), and the Chief Executive Officer of the Swiss Biotech Association, Dr Michael Altorfer (left).
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin (HKETO Berlin) participated in the 26th Annual Biotech in Europe Forum held in Basel, Switzerland, from October 7 to 8 (Basel time). Photo shows the Director of the HKETO Berlin, Mr Indiana Wong (second right), with representatives of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and Invest Hong Kong at the forum to promoted Hong Kong's strengths in innovation and technology development.