CONSUMER GOODS

The Greater Bay Area: Flash Fashion in the Pan-Pearl River Delta

18 September 2019

OnTheList opened in Hong Kong almost four years ago to help brands shift excess and end-of-season stock. Riding on its success in Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore, the company, founded by an enterprising French couple, opens for business in Shanghai later this year and cities across the GBA are very much on its radar. More

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China Looks to Proactively Boost Level and Range of Imports

24 July 2018

As part of moves to readjust the country’s balance of foreign trade, the State Council has announced a series of measures designed to boost import levels. More

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China Commits to Expanding Imports, Cutting Tariffs and Promoting Trade in Services

28 June 2018

China is looking to increase its import of everyday consumer items, as well as medical, rehabilitation and senior care devices. More

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China Cuts Average Import Tax on 1,449 Consumer Products by 60%

22 June 2018

Import tariffs on some 1,449 consumer products are to be cut as of 1 July this year. The move, which will affect a wide range of goods, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and home appliances, was approvedby the State Council during its 30 May executive meeting. More

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Iran Unbound: Retail and Consumer Goods Opportunities

23 September 2016

As the second-most-populous Middle East country, Iran has a huge consumer base with strong buying potential. Following the removal of international sanctions in early 2016, Iran’s retail landscape looks set to experience rapid changes along with the unleashing of pent-up demand for imported goods, especially branded products. Ample business opportunities will surface in Iran’s retail market for Hong Kong companies selling a wide range of quality consumer products. More

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Hong Kong – a Platform for the Russian Far East

13 March 2012

From a regional perspective, the Russian Far East plays a complementary role to Asia as the region is rich in resources but lacks in light consumer goods such as electronics and textiles. Indeed, a strong connection between Hong Kong and the Russian Far East is evident from the visa-free travel arrangement and the recent introduction of direct flights between Hong Kong and Vladivostok. It is likely that Hong Kong’s role as a platform to the Russian Far East will strengthen. More

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