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Event recap: HK budget 2022-2023 – Tax Concession Measures

Mr. Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKgov delivered the ’22-’23 Budget on 23 FEB. The budget outlined a series of measures to support businesses & residents that have been impacted by the pandemic and foster the economic recovery post epidemic. In collaboration with Fidinam Hong Kong, the webinar highlighted the e-consumption vouchers and tax…

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Event recap: Hong Kong budget 2022-2023 webinar

On 23 February the Financial Secretary of the HKSAR, Mr. Paul Chan, published his 2022-2023 Budget. As is customary, the FS kindly provide deeper insights to the Hong Kong Business Community during the webinar on 23 March. This year’s budget webinar was even more interesting than usual as everyone was curious about the current state…

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Event Recap: Dubai Expo 2020 Speaker Event

On 23 March, the BeLux Chambers in Asia Collective presented its next High Caliber Speaker web talk. This time featuring two speakers providing our guests insights in how one goes about organizing & postponing an enormous event like the Dubai Expo 2020. The Directors of the Belgium & Luxembourg Pavilions Myriam Cops (BE) and Daniel…

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New Event: In Conversation with Edward Yau

EuroCham is pleased to welcome Mr Edward Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Hong Kong SAR Government. Mr Yau will provide an update on the business outlook for the upcoming year, the challenges and opportunities in the context of the pandemic and will then be interviewed by BritCham’s Chairman, Peter Burnett OBE, on topical issues impacting…

‘Live visit’ to the LUX Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai

On 31 March, the Expo 2020 Dubai will come to an end after 6 months. One of the most talked about pavilions is certainly the Luxembourg Pavilion, not only for its stunning architecture which includes a slide, but also its unique scenography highlighting Luxembourg’s diversity, its sustainable goals and its enterprising spirit. Due to the travel restrictions many of you might not…

Government extends most social distancing measures

The HKgov announced on 8 March the extension of the social distancing measures with the next 14days, taking effect from 10 March to 23 March.  In view of citizens’ actual demand for relevant services, barber shops and hair salons, which have been closed since the beginning of February, can welcome back customers on Thursday 10…

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Event Recap: HR Update Pandemic restrictions & employment law. What Hong Kong employers should know

As the impacts of the pandemic continue, an event was created to help out Hong Kong employers on what exactly they should know with regards to pandemic restrictions & employment law. Attendees were able to join this insightful webinar organized by our BLCC Corporate Member Fidinam early March.   We were pleased to welcome Cynthia Chung (Partner, Deacons) in…

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New Hong Kong budget 2022-2023 published

On 23 February, the Financial Secretary Mr. Chan presented the 2022-23 Budget, pledging more than HKD54 billion to support the anti-epidemic work for Hong Kong businesses and individuals as the city grapples with its fifth and biggest wave of the pandemic. This year’s budget will continue to adopt an expansionary fiscal policy with initiatives mainly…

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Event recap: BeLux Chambers in Asia Online Networking on 24FEB

Yesterday 24 February an online networking event with professionals & entrepreneurs from the 15 BeLux Chambers in Asia was held; this was a great way to accelerate business matching & exchange information! During this event the participants were able to share their professional backgrounds and business goals and managed to seek exposure to new markets…

Hong Kong’s latest Covid-19 social distancing rules

As announced on February 22nd, the HKgov will extend the social distancing measures by cycles of 14 days. The closure of specified premises, including bars, nightclubs, gyms and hair salons will continue, including a newly tightened rule limiting diners to two per table in all restaurants. Here is a brief overview of the main measures…