AmCham Weekly Newsletter

Weekly Newsletter

AmCham Onward HK Series Comes to An End

On June 14, we concluded the 10-month Onward Hong Kong series with a closing panel consisted of Allan Zeman, Jasper Tsang, Harshika Patel, James Fok and Stacey Chow (moderator), and a closing keynote speech by Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Algernon Yau.

The panel felt that international businesses will need to navigate geopolitical risks, US-China relations and technological disruption for years to come. In the face of challenges, there are tremendous opportunities for Hong Kong during this transition period. It would be in Hong Kong’s best interest to thrive in an uncertain environment by preserving its core values as an international business hub, strengthening its competitiveness, equipping future generations of talent with the skills needed for the future, and providing greater social upward mobility for all. Hong Kong’s prosperity lies in the success of China; by taking advantage of One Country, Two Systems and its uniqueness as a super-connector, Hong Kong will continue to play a unique role in Chinese modernization.

This Onward Hong Kong Series, which began in September 2022, had looked at the theme: Resilience, Rebound, Renewal from sustainability, the future generation, entrepreneurship, Hong Kong as an international financial center, to arts, culture and sports, etc.

The series would not have been a success without the support from our distinguished speakers, and Presenting Sponsor Meta, and Corporate Champions including Alliance Bernstein, Citi, Colgate, OTIS, Pfizer, and Uber. Thank you all for your participation!

Save the Date

The AmCham Ball (yes - one with a dance floor) will return this October at the Ocean Park Marriott!

Save the date, with more details to be announced next Friday!

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Chamber Advocacy

A Letter to the Government

In view of the recent government’s application of a court injunction, AmCham has taken note of members’ concerns and reflected its views to the Hong Kong government this week.

Discuss with a committee chair or vice chair the policy opportunities, challenges and recommendations that are relevant to your industry, and submit your views by July 20, 2023.

This Week at AmCham

Former AmCham Chairwoman Shared her Views on US-China Relations

This week, former AmCham Chairwoman Jessica Bartlett visited the Community Hub and gave members updates on sanctions developments and implications for international companies operating in the APAC region.

Traveling Sustainably in a Post-COVID world

AmCham's E-ESG Committee hosted a panel discussion on sustainable travel. The panel discussed how the industry approached the issue in the post covid era, and how individuals can travel to reduce their travel carbon footprint.

Achieving Digital Resilience and Cyber Risk Prevention

Powered by Telstra, AmCham hosted a panel discussion on cyber security. Experts from Telstra and Hong Kong Jockey Club shared their views on enterprise security issues across North Asia.

Understanding the Chinese Market

Powered by Guanghua School of Management, Peking University, we are pleased to have invited professors from Peking University to share insights on marketing strategies for the current consumer market in China and the EMBA program's structure and its expansive networking opportunities.

Talent Connect is AmCham's latest service for members near and far. Tailor-made solutions for your growing business as high-level job seekers and employers connect through our AmCham website, newsletter, and social media platforms.

Please contact us today to learn more about this exciting new package.

Member Exclusive Briefings

Policy Briefing on Copyright (Amendment) Ordinance 2022

Jun 19, 2023 (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM) | In-person

Please join us for a policy briefing with the HKSAR Customs and Excise Department, and the Intellectual Property Department, at the Customs Headquarters on June 19 to better understand the Copyright (Amendment) Ordinance 2022 from both the enforcement and policy perspectives.

The briefing will be mainly conducted in Cantonese with presentation materials in English. Colleagues of member companies are welcome to join.

Reconnecting with the World – Hong Kong Business in Post-Covid Era -- Luncheon with Amb. Kurt Tong, Managing Partner, The Asia Group

Jun 21, 2023 (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM) | In-person

Please join an exclusive briefing with Ambassador Kurt Tong who will be visiting from Washington DC to give an update on US-China/Hong Kong relations and the political and regulatory nuances facing businesses operating in Hong Kong as well as Hong Kong local businesses that plan to expand abroad in the post-Covid era.