Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London

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Hong Kong finalises preparations for Chinese National Games 2025

Final preparations are under way in Hong Kong for the Chinese National Games 2025, the country’s largest multi-sport event. For the first time, competitions will extend across three regions, Hong Kong, Guangdong and Macao, including a marathon linking Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and a 230-kilometre cycling race crossing the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge. Venues such as the new Kai Tak Sports Park will host events including fencing and handball. Organisers say the Games will test coordination across borders while showcasing Hong Kong’s growing role in major sporting events.

Hong Kong finalises preparations for Chinese National Games 2025

Final preparations are under way in Hong Kong for the Chinese National Games 2025, the country’s largest multi-sport event. For the first time, competitions will extend across three regions, Hong Kong, Guangdong and Macao, including a marathon linking Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and a 230-kilometre cycling race crossing the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge. Venues such as the new Kai Tak Sports Park will host events including fencing and handball. Organisers say the Games will test coordination across borders while showcasing Hong Kong’s growing role in major sporting events.

Promoting professional exchanges in engineering between Hong Kong and UK

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) hosted a reception in London with the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) on November 4 to update engineering practitioners, graduates and students in the United Kingdom on the latest developments in Hong Kong and to foster professional exchanges between the two places. The event was joined by the Director-General of the London ETO, Miss Fiona Chau; the President and Senior Vice President of HKIE, Ms Alice Chow and Professor Frank Chan; the Director of Civil Engineering and Development, Mr Michael Fong; the Chair of HKIE UK Chapter, Mr Harry Lee, and over 100 guests from the sector.

Promoting professional exchanges in engineering between Hong Kong and UK

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) hosted a reception in London with the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) on November 4 to update engineering practitioners, graduates and students in the United Kingdom on the latest developments in Hong Kong and to foster professional exchanges between the two places. The event was joined by the Director-General of the London ETO, Miss Fiona Chau; the President and Senior Vice President of HKIE, Ms Alice Chow and Professor Frank Chan; the Director of Civil Engineering and Development, Mr Michael Fong; the Chair of HKIE UK Chapter, Mr Harry Lee, and over 100 guests from the sector.

London ETO promotes Top Talent Pass Scheme in Helsinki

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) and Hong Kong Talent Engage supported the Hong Kong Top Talent Pass Scheme seminar held at the University of Helsinki on October 29. Around 60 participants attended the event, including students and graduates, representatives from the University of Helsinki, and professionals from the business and education sectors.

London ETO promotes Top Talent Pass Scheme in Helsinki

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) and Hong Kong Talent Engage supported the Hong Kong Top Talent Pass Scheme seminar held at the University of Helsinki on October 29. Around 60 participants attended the event, including students and graduates, representatives from the University of Helsinki, and professionals from the business and education sectors.

Promoting Higher Education in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London joined hands with the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) on October 29 to co-host an inspiring evening in London, highlighting Hong Kong’s position as a hub for world-class higher education. Opening the event, the Director-General of the London ETO, Fiona Chau, highlighted the city’s international connectivity and dynamic opportunities for global talent. Professor Eunice Seng, the Head of Department, was joined by four alumni, to share the experience of studying at HKU and how their study continues to shape their professional journeys. Their stories offered valuable insights into the advantages of pursuing postgraduate studies in Hong Kong and the global opportunities that follow.

Promoting Higher Education in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London joined hands with the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) on October 29 to co-host an inspiring evening in London, highlighting Hong Kong’s position as a hub for world-class higher education. Opening the event, the Director-General of the London ETO, Fiona Chau, highlighted the city’s international connectivity and dynamic opportunities for global talent. Professor Eunice Seng, the Head of Department, was joined by four alumni, to share the experience of studying at HKU and how their study continues to shape their professional journeys. Their stories offered valuable insights into the advantages of pursuing postgraduate studies in Hong Kong and the global opportunities that follow.

London ETO celebrates Hong Kong Cinema at London East Asia Film Festival 2025

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London, the Film Development Fund, and the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region are pleased to support the London East Asia Film Festival in showcasing four Hong Kong films and hosting two question and answer sessions with creative talents from October 23 to November 2 (London time). An opening reception was held on October 23 at the National Portrait Gallery in London, welcoming over 100 guests from the local cultural and business sectors.

London ETO celebrates Hong Kong Cinema at London East Asia Film Festival 2025

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London, the Film Development Fund, and the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region are pleased to support the London East Asia Film Festival in showcasing four Hong Kong films and hosting two question and answer sessions with creative talents from October 23 to November 2 (London time). An opening reception was held on October 23 at the National Portrait Gallery in London, welcoming over 100 guests from the local cultural and business sectors.

Networking with students in London

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) hosted a sharing session on October 15 with around forty students from the International Relations Society and the United Nations Association of University College London. The event highlighted Hong Kong’s unique role under the “one country, two systems” framework and shared how the London ETO works to strengthen connections between Hong Kong and the UK, particularly in areas such as talent development and policy outreach. It was encouraging to meet so many bright young minds eager to understand international dynamics and explore opportunities across borders.

Networking with students in London

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London (London ETO) hosted a sharing session on October 15 with around forty students from the International Relations Society and the United Nations Association of University College London. The event highlighted Hong Kong’s unique role under the “one country, two systems” framework and shared how the London ETO works to strengthen connections between Hong Kong and the UK, particularly in areas such as talent development and policy outreach. It was encouraging to meet so many bright young minds eager to understand international dynamics and explore opportunities across borders.