market spotlight

Brunei-Hong Kong FTA takes effect

The small but wealthy sultanate has joined its ASEAN peers in trade, investment agreements with Hong Kong.

The oil-rich sultanate of Brunei, a coastal enclave surrounded by Sarawak in Malaysian Borneo, implemented a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and an Investment Agreement (IA) with Hong Kong on 20 October. More

ONLINE SOURCING

Where purchasers meet their match

The upgraded hktdc.com Sourcing platform launches on 30 October, connecting buyers with suppliers and using artificial intelligence (AI), machine-learning and personalisation features to offer an optimised, personalised smart-sourcing experience.

first person

Giving by the mouthful

A social-enterprise baker supports charities and provides training and jobs for disadvantaged people with its sweet treats.

inside china

Mainland IIoT needs unique approach

Export-focused Hong Kong firms seeking to capitalise on the Industrial Internet of Things revolution need to consider the unique environment in Mainland China.

heads-up

Belt and Road Summit

The premier international platform for promoting business collaboration along the Belt and Road will follow a hybrid physical-online format this year.

venture hong kong

Promising business prospects in Indonesia

Hong Kong SMEs are eager to learn more about business potential in the archipelago, ASEAN’s largest member.

life & style

Sweet success

The trend towards artisanal products is making itself felt in Hong Kong confectionery, as this maker goes all the way from raw bean to finished product.