Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London

Latest Updates

Health information on invasive meningococcal disease

The Hong Kong Centre for Health Protection (CHP) has issued health advice and continues to monitor the outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease in Kent, the UK. Although the CHP has not received notification from the UK health authority that the cluster or its close contacts involve students from Hong Kong, the CHP has prepared health information on invasive meningococcal disease to Hong Kong students in the UK. Regarding preventive and control measures at the immigration level, the CHP has stepped up health screenings at the airport for related inbound passengers showing suspected symptoms to facilitate prompt referral of suspected cases to hospitals for examinations.

Health information on invasive meningococcal disease

The Hong Kong Centre for Health Protection (CHP) has issued health advice and continues to monitor the outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease in Kent, the UK. Although the CHP has not received notification from the UK health authority that the cluster or its close contacts involve students from Hong Kong, the CHP has prepared health information on invasive meningococcal disease to Hong Kong students in the UK. Regarding preventive and control measures at the immigration level, the CHP has stepped up health screenings at the airport for related inbound passengers showing suspected symptoms to facilitate prompt referral of suspected cases to hospitals for examinations.

London ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London cohosted a seminar with City University of Hong Kong, titled "Bridging Innovation: Connecting Talent and Partnerships", to promote Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem and explore new opportunities in talent exchange and global partnerships.

London ETO promotes Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London cohosted a seminar with City University of Hong Kong, titled "Bridging Innovation: Connecting Talent and Partnerships", to promote Hong Kong's vibrant innovation ecosystem and explore new opportunities in talent exchange and global partnerships.

London ETO welcomes Year of Horse with vibrant celebrations in London

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London celebrated the Year of the Horse in the United Kingdom with a series of festive and promotional events, including an evening reception on February 26 in collaboration with Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, as well as a large-scale Chinese New Year celebrations on February 22 organised by the London Chinatown Chinese Association at Trafalgar Square, Chinatown and Charing Cross Road, bringing the festive spirit to the heart of Central London. These events showcased Hong Kong's dynamism and further strengthening ties between Hong Kong and the UK.

London ETO welcomes Year of Horse with vibrant celebrations in London

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London celebrated the Year of the Horse in the United Kingdom with a series of festive and promotional events, including an evening reception on February 26 in collaboration with Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, as well as a large-scale Chinese New Year celebrations on February 22 organised by the London Chinatown Chinese Association at Trafalgar Square, Chinatown and Charing Cross Road, bringing the festive spirit to the heart of Central London. These events showcased Hong Kong's dynamism and further strengthening ties between Hong Kong and the UK.

The Financial Secretary’s 2026-27 Budget

The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, unveiled today (February 25) his 2026-27 Budget. He noted that this year marks the beginning of the National 15th Five-Year Plan, and the country's sustained high-standard two-way opening-up, coupled with scientific and technological and innovation, has presented Hong Kong with new opportunities. Hong Kong must foster new quality productive forces in accordance with local conditions. Leveraging the edge of having close connectivity with the Mainland and the world, and with a large pool of talent, Hong Kong will facilitate enterprises in opening up new markets.

The Financial Secretary’s 2026-27 Budget

The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, unveiled today (February 25) his 2026-27 Budget. He noted that this year marks the beginning of the National 15th Five-Year Plan, and the country's sustained high-standard two-way opening-up, coupled with scientific and technological and innovation, has presented Hong Kong with new opportunities. Hong Kong must foster new quality productive forces in accordance with local conditions. Leveraging the edge of having close connectivity with the Mainland and the world, and with a large pool of talent, Hong Kong will facilitate enterprises in opening up new markets.

London ETO supports Hong Kong designers at London Fashion Week A/W2026

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London supported Fashion Hong Kong at London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter (A/W) 2026 on February 19 (London time), showcasing four outstanding fashion labels from Hong Kong.

London ETO supports Hong Kong designers at London Fashion Week A/W2026

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London supported Fashion Hong Kong at London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter (A/W) 2026 on February 19 (London time), showcasing four outstanding fashion labels from Hong Kong.

London ETO celebrates Year of Horse in Scotland

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London, together with Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council under the Economic and Trade Express platform, collaborated with the China-Britain Business Council to host the pre-dinner reception for the Chinese Burns Supper in Edinburgh, Scotland, on February 19 (Edinburgh time). The event celebrated both the Year of the Horse and Burns Night, bringing together business and community leaders from Scotland.

London ETO celebrates Year of Horse in Scotland

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London, together with Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council under the Economic and Trade Express platform, collaborated with the China-Britain Business Council to host the pre-dinner reception for the Chinese Burns Supper in Edinburgh, Scotland, on February 19 (Edinburgh time). The event celebrated both the Year of the Horse and Burns Night, bringing together business and community leaders from Scotland.